Divisumma18

Top view of a calculator showing buttons and printer. Top view of a calculator showing buttons and printer. Side view of a calculator showing the curved form. Side view of a calculator showing the curved form. Side view of a calculator showing the power cable. Underside view of a calculator showing the attached feet. Underside view of a calculator showing the paper roll compartment. Close view of a calculator showing the moulded inscription.
Top view of a calculator showing buttons and printer. Top view of a calculator showing buttons and printer. Side view of a calculator showing the curved form. Side view of a calculator showing the curved form. Side view of a calculator showing the power cable. Underside view of a calculator showing the attached feet. Underside view of a calculator showing the paper roll compartment. Close view of a calculator showing the moulded inscription.

Description

The Divisumma 18 electronic printing calculator was designed by Mario Bellini for Olivetti in 1972. The nipple like buttons are covered in a pleasingly tactile rubberised membrane and the case of the calculator is made from yellow coloured ABS. Having no display, this calculator uses a thermal print out to show the calculations. This example is complete with its charging unit which clips onto one side.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Inscriptions

printed and moulded: "Olivetti. Made in Italy. Fabrique en Italie. 220V - 10W 50/60 Hz BCD18" (base)

Object number

AIBDC : 007913

Date

1972 (circa)

Country

Material

Dimensions
Width
310mm
Height
47mm
Depth
125mm

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