Sharp EL-8160 (ELSIMATE)
The Sharp EL-8160 is an arithmetic calculator with algebraic logic. It has 6 functions, 30 keys, and one of the early LCD (liquid crystal) displays which incorporated a yellow filter. The power source is 3x mercury cell.
Facts at a glance:
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Arithmetic |
| Functions | 6 |
| Keys | 30 |
| Logic | Algebraic |
| Display type | YLCD |
| Length | 117mm |
| Width | 64mm |
| Thickness | 5mm |
| Weight | 77g |
| Power Consumption | 0.000800W |
| Power Source | 3x mercury cell |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Year discontinued | 1979 |
Replacements:
If you have a Sharp EL-8160 that is no longer working, you can first try replacing the 3x mercury cell. If that doesn't solve the problem, then you can consider replacing the calculator with a modern equivalent.
We suggest the following current models as possible replacements: