Z3 (computer) - Specifications

Specifications

  • Average calculation Speed: Addition 0.8 seconds Multiplication 3 seconds
  • Arithmetic Unit: Binary floating point, 22 bit, add, subtract, multiply, divide, square root
  • Data memory: 64 words with a length of 22 bits
  • Program memory: Punched celluloid tape
  • Input: Decimal floating point numbers
  • Output: Decimal floating point numbers
  • Input and Output was facilitated by a terminal, that had a special keyboard and a row of lamps to show results
  • Elements: Around 2,000 relays (1,400 for the memory)
  • Frequency: 5.3 Hertz
  • Power Consumption: Around 4000 watts
  • Weight: Around 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lb)

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