I have what is apparently a ‘C’ type helmet with ‘G’ type mask. Though largely complete it is missing the fitting which secures the microphone and switch mechanism to the oxygen mask. I believe it to be (poor description here but hopefully you will get the right idea) a wire ring similar to a jubilee clip, in that it secures by means of a nut and bolt the microphone to the oxygen mask. The ring is tightened by the nut and bolt.
Does anyone have any idea what the part is called and how and where I may obtain one please?
Regards,
kev35
By: FL517 - 16th October 2008 at 09:55
G-type oxygen mask
Kev35, you’re spot on. The microphone is secured into the mask housing by the type of clip you describe, but I’ve no idea of it’s exact name. It’s a very different set up from the later H-type. This clip also secures two “ends” of the web harness & ensures that it fits correctly when worn.
You may want to watch e-bay for this part. Sometimes a few “parts” lots are listed when the masks themselves have perished beyond redemption. Alternatively, contact David Farnsworth at www.historicflyingclothing.com. He may have the part you’re after or know how to source one. You may also want to post on the RAF collectors forum at http://www.network54.com/Forum/180748/
Good luck!
Rich
By: Ewan Hoozarmy - 16th October 2008 at 09:34
If I understand you correctly, the microphone assembly is a push fit into the rubber mask, and is secured, as Sycamore rightly says, by a ring of copper wire (there is a recess for this in the rubber mask).
By: sycamore - 15th October 2008 at 19:07
Later masks(H) had the mic secured either by thick copper wire,or by thick thread,probably from the fabric-bashers, and the ends glued down,Still works today…
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