old thermostat from????

[rickbrk]

Found this old thermostat yesterday but don't know if it is from machinery or home heating..Does anyone know? Also possible date range. It is 2 3/4" long. 1 5/8" dia. Says to radiator and also 10 0 165.

 

[taz42o]

Those are called inline thermostats.
Some 30s-40s cars had that type.

 

[taz42o]

Yes 1930s made by dole valve Co.

1930'S Antique Auto IN Line Thermostat Made BY THE Dole Valve CO Works | eBay

 

[rickbrk]

Thanks Taz. I also found a washing machine part from the same era.