Hagelin CX-52

Introduction

The Hagelin CX-52 machines are the culmination of the C series. Unlike previous models, the wheels can turn irregularly. This machine designed during the Cold War therefore can provide a very high level of security (depending on the model).

One of the peculiarities of this machine is that it exists in many variations. It has been sold in many countries (at least 60), and each time with peculiarities.

Most models are also compatible with older models (C-35/36, C-38/M-209) as well as newer models (CD-57).

Variations

The CryptoMusem CX-52 page is the CX-52 Reference site. It notably contains the article by Bart Wessel which describes in detail the different variants of the C-52/CX-52.

My CX-52 Simulator

My simulator is written in Python, The Python interpreter must be installed (version 3). My simulator was designed under linux. It has been tested on Windows. Goals:
  • V1.x Emulates all CX-52 models, including allowing you to create your own bars.
  • V2.x Improvements:
    • I now use Bart Wessel's notation to denote a type of bar. You can always create your own bars. I also added the possibility that a bar will move the type wheel forward in any case (this feature isn't described by Bart).
    • Taking into account the Kdevice of the H54 machine.
    • You can use the F/V feature.
    • You can use any kind of Alphabets (Symbol, Arab, ...) including various sizes.
Note: At this time, my simulator does not emulate models using Telex tape.

Download my simulator

If you want, you can download my simulator: (CX-52v2.1). The archive contains a README.txt file which contains all the information to use the simulator.

Links

  • The CryptoMusem CX-52 page is the CX-52 Reference site. It notably contains the article by Bart Wessel which describes in detail the different variants of the CX-52. (Link)
  • Dirk Rijmenants' CX-52 page. This page includes in particular a magnificent graphic simulator. (Link)
  • The home page of Jerry Proc. This site contains many photographs of all the Hagelins, including the CX-52 (and other machines ...). (Link)