Apollo Gas Analysis Sample Container (GASC), measuring 3.75″ tall and 1.5″ in diameter, with a 4″ long bar on the threaded lid, used to tighten and seal the cover. The container is marked on the side, "DM-40020-01, S/N TR-10," and bears a red "Class III, Not for Flight" label. The white teflon seal-protector tabs are marked "DM-44504, G.L.P. 111" and "DM-42453, G.S.P. 116," and designed for easy removal by the astronaut before closure. In very good to fine condition.
The GASC, a small and reliable container, was intended to hold a small sample of lunar soil and atmospheric gas for later analysis, isolating them from contamination during the journey back to Earth. Upon return to the Lunar Receiving Laboratory, the thin-walled container would be punctured and the contents analyzed to determine chemical composition. Gas Analysis Sample Containers were taken on the Apollo 11, Apollo 12, and Apollo 13 missions: Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin ran out of time to use theirs, and left it behind on the lunar surface; astronauts Charles Conrad and Alan Bean utilized a GASC while sampling the lunar surface at Sharp Crater during their second EVA during Apollo 12; and the GASC carried on Apollo 13 was among the hardware lost in the aborted mission. A truly rare and spectacular piece of Apollo history.
We use cookies on this site to improve your experience. By using this site, you accept our use of cookies. To learn more, please see our Privacy Policy.
