1940s Crompton Tapti 36” Ball Fan | Wobble Test & Trampoline Drop Experiment

Crompton Parkinson Tapti Fan – The 36” Compact Vintage Gem Here we have the Crompton Parkinson “Tapti” ceiling fan, a compact 36-inch marvel from the golden days of Indian engineering. The nameplate proudly says Bombay, India, meaning this fan was produced before 1995, most likely between the 1960s and early 1980s — an era when fans were made heavy, reliable, and designed to last for generations. --- 🌊 Why the Name “Tapti”? The fan is named after the Tapti River, which flows through central India. Like the river that brings life to dry lands, this fan was designed to bring cool air even to small, hot rooms and kitchens where full-sized 48” or 56” fans wouldn’t fit. Crompton Parkinson had a tradition of naming their fans after Indian rivers — Kistna, Sutlej, Kaveri, and here, Tapti — making each model more than just a machine, but a symbol of heritage and culture. --- ⚙️ Engineering Highlights Size: 36” (perfect for small rooms, kitchens, cabins, shops) Motor Type: DBID – capacitor-start motor for smooth performance Build: Cast-iron body, ball bearing design for long life Finish: White enamel coating, timeless and practical Performance: High-speed air delivery despite its small size These compact fans were known for their high RPM and strong airflow, making them perfect for spaces where large fans would be overpowering or difficult to install. --- 🏭 Legacy of Crompton Parkinson Crompton Parkinson was not just a company — it was a symbol of trust for millions of Indian households. Their Bombay factory produced everything from large 56” hall fans to small 36” Tapti models, ensuring that every space — big or small — had the comfort of a well-engineered fan. This Tapti model is a reminder of that golden age, when even small fans were built with the same attention to quality and durability as the big ones. --- 💎 Why This Fan is Special Today Rare Size: 36” Crompton cast-iron fans are hard to find in original condition Collector’s Dream: Perfect for vintage fan restorers and enthusiasts Compact Beauty: Its small size makes it a charming piece of industrial history Still Running Strong: Decades later, many of these are still spinning smoothly Test Subject - Crompton Parkinson [TAPTI]. Year - [1937]. Power Consumption : Initial 78W to Running 73W. Type - Domestic Ceiling Fan. Weight - 9.9Kg. Body Made of - Iron & aluminium. Number of Blades - 3. England Made Box Dubilier/Capacitor 1.5Mfd. Blade Size - 36inch: 915mm. Voltage- 220-230VAC 50Hz to 60Hz. RPM - 240. ⚠️ Safety Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. All demonstrations were carried out with proper safety precautions. Please do not try to copy or recreate these actions. Track: Anna Yvette - Red Line [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch:    • Anna Yvette - Red Line | Synthwave | NCS -...   Free Download / Stream: https://ncs.io/RedLine