Description:
- Object ID: ALSA 2008.02.01
- Made by: Hewlett Packard
- Model: HP31E
- Serial Number: 1843S33243
- Date Made: circa 1978 to 1980.
- Approximate size: 14.2 cm (l) x 7.5 cm (W) x 3 cm (top) and 2 cm (bottom) thick
- Accessories: charger and manuals
- Condition: good
Commentary:
Hand held calculator Hewlett Packard Model 31E, S/N 1843S33243. This calculator is in a black molded plastic case 14.2 cm (l) x 7.5 cm (W) x 3 cm (top) and 2 cm (bottom) thick. It has 30 raised keys that are black, tan and one gold in color. The keyboard and the keys have multi function labelling. There is an “OFF_ON” switch at the top of the keyboard and a label ” HEWLETT PACKARD 31E” at the bottom of the keyboard. There is a red LED display screen 6.4 cm(l) x 1.5 cm (h) at the top of the keyboard. The back is embossed “SERIAL NO. 1843S33243 MADE IN SINGAPORE”.
Source of Object: Donated by Kinloch Underwood Associates Ltd.
Notes: A second 31E is part of the Society collection ALSA 2008.02.23 donated by Kinloch Underwood Associates Ltd..
References: Visit the article Finally, Computers could be taken to the Field for additional information. Also see https://www.hpmuseum.org/hp31.htm.
Description by: Updated by Ed Titanich, October 1, 2024.