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Battery Box (Tube) 4.5V
other • 1 pcs
- Set number
- 5100-1
- Availability
- In production
- Pieces
- 1
- Released
- 1987
- Theme
- Other
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Where it came from
The 4.5V Battery Box, identified as set 5100-1, was released by LEGO in 1966 as a core component of the brand's pioneering transition into motorized play. Designed to house three 1.5V batteries, this cylindrical unit provided the necessary power for the early 4.5V motor system, which replaced the previous 12V layouts. It was a functional necessity of the era, allowing builders to integrate movement into static structures for the first time.
The design reflects the industrial aesthetics of mid-century Scandinavian engineering, prioritizing utility and safety for young users. The tube-like housing was constructed to be robust and child-friendly, enabling seamless integration into various technical sets of the late 1960s. Upon its release, it was well-received as a reliable and accessible introduction to basic electrical circuitry within a creative, modular building framework.
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