Description
HP 5244L Electronic Counter Nixie Tube Display 115/230V Hewlett-Packard Vintage
The HP 5244L is an 8-digit electronic frequency counter with Nixie tube display, designed for benchtop and rackmount applications. It measures frequency, period, and average readings with manual start/stop control and internal time base with gate control.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: HP 5244L
- Display: 8-digit Nixie tube
- Power: 115/230V, 50-60 Hz
- Functions: Frequency, Period, Manual Start/Stop, Average
- Output: Digital Recorder Output (Amphenol parallel connector)
- Made in United States
Applications
The 5244L was used in telecommunications, industrial electronics, and engineering test labs for precision frequency measurement and signal analysis. It served as a standard benchtop instrument for radio frequency testing, oscillator calibration, and signal verification in equipment manufacturing and field service environments throughout the 1970s-1980s.
This HP 5244L Electronic Counter is being sold AS-IS due to its age. The unit has not been tested and no functionality is guaranteed. Cosmetically, the instrument presents reasonably well for its vintage — the front panel shows general wear consistent with age and use, and the Nixie tube display is intact and visible. The rear Digital Recorder output connector (large Amphenol parallel type) is present. No power cord is included. This item is offered for parts, repair, display, or restoration purposes only. Please view our full photo set and contact us if you have any questions prior to purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Hewlett-Packard (HP) |
Model: |
5244L |
MPN: |
5244L |
Type: |
Electronic Frequency Counter |
SKU: |
52613 |
Display Type: |
Nixie Tube (8-digit) |
Power Requirements: |
115/230V, 50-60 Cycles |
Form Factor: |
Benchtop / Rackmount |
Interface: |
Digital Recorder Output (Amphenol parallel connector) |
Time Base: |
Internal time base with gate control |
Function Modes: |
Frequency, Period, Manual Start/Stop, Average |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Seller Notes: |
Sold AS-IS. Power cord not included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
HP 5244L Electronic Counter sold AS-IS, untested, no functionality guaranteed due to age. Cosmetically fair for its vintage. No power cord included. For parts, repair, or restoration only. |