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DescriptionFixed vacuum capacitor, 50 pf (picofarad), 32000V (volts), made by Dolinko & Wilkens, Inc., Hoboken, N.J., no date, ca. 1950-1960. Metal, and clear glass, 6-1/2" overall length x 2-1/2" diameter; 11/16" diameter metal end connectors: stamped one end: 50 32; marked on the opposite end: F 080 L. Black painted end caps imprinted in red: Dolinko & Wilkens, Inc. Hoboken, N.J. An electronic component apparently used in radio communication / broadcasting equipment. Company was established July 1, 1947. Found in 1951 telephone directory at 89 Adams St., Hoboken. Known to have moved to Union City, N.J. prior to 1965; may be presently located in Fairfield, N.J. ---- wilkins / ham / amateur / electrical / system