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- Because of the weight and fragile nature of this multi-disc insulator, shipping will be arranged separately to ensure safe delivery. Please contact me with your location before purchasing for a customized shipping quote and handling options
This listing is for a vintage glass suspension insulator string originally used on high-voltage electric transmission lines. These multi-disc insulators were engineered to handle extreme electrical loads and environmental exposure and are now sought after for industrial décor, architectural salvage, utility collecting, and yard art displays.
Details & Features
• Multi-disc glass suspension insulator string
• Blue-green / aqua pressed glass discs
• Cast metal caps and pin hardware
• Markings visible on hardware include:
• SED 81
• 50,000 LBS
• 25,000 LBS
• Original utility hardware with clevis / hanging end
• Heavy industrial construction (very solid and substantial)
Condition
• Authentic vintage utility piece with honest service wear
• Glass shows surface scratches, scuffs, and abrasions
• Minor edge chipping / flea bites visible on some discs (see photos)
• No shattered discs or major structural cracks observed
• Metal hardware shows oxidation and weathering consistent with age and outdoor use
This is not a reproduction — it is a genuine power-line insulator assembly that was designed for real-world industrial use.
Uses
• Industrial or loft décor
• Architectural salvage display
• Garden or yard art
• Utility or insulator collections
• Antique mall or commercial display piece
Because of the weight and fragile nature of this multi-disc insulator, shipping will be arranged separately to ensure safe delivery. Please contact me with your location before purchasing for a customized shipping quote and handling options.
