Design
This rectangular table alarm clock has a vivid orange-red case with low feet and a slightly convex, transparent front cover. Fine black minute markers form a circular chapter ring on the pale dial, with four small gold-colored square hour markers at the quarter hours. Broad black hour and minute hands are accompanied by slender additional hands for seconds and the alarm setting. The “General Electric” name and GE monogram appear at the lower left. The clock comes with its light gray power cord, two-pin plug, and original blue-and-white box.
Technology
The clock uses an electric synchronous movement. A small synchronous motor drives the hands through a reduction gear train. Its speed is determined by the 50 Hz frequency of the AC power supply. The mains frequency therefore serves as the time reference.
If the power supply is interrupted, the clock stops.
The movement is rated for 220 V AC at 50 Hz, with a power consumption of 2 W.
Manufacturer
ESGE GmbH
Neuffen / Mettlen
· Baden-Württemberg / Kanton Thurgau
· Germany
The housing of the General Electric electric alarm clock, model KB 1, bears the marking “MFG. BY ESGE GMBH,” identifying ESGE GmbH as the manufacturer of this model. The company's broader history cannot be established from this clock alone.
