Computers by Torch Computers

Torch Computers was founded in Cambridge in 1981 by Martin Vlieland-Boddy, Peter Harris and Russell Lyons. Working closely with Acorn, Torch used BBC Micro motherboards as the basis for expanded professional systems with second processors, disk storage and networking.

The best-known model was the Torch Communicator, which combined BBC Micro hardware with a Z80 processor and modem to run business software and connect directly to the telephone network. Torch also created second-processor and storage products for Acorn machines, helping bridge the gap between educational micros and small-business systems.

People associated with Torch Computers

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Torch C-500
Torch C-500
by: Torch Computers
1982
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Torch C-68000
Torch C-68000
by: Torch Computers
1984
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Torch CX20
Torch CX20
by: Torch Computers
1984
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Torch TX20
Torch TX20
by: Torch Computers
1984
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Torch 725
Torch 725
by: Torch Computers
1986
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Torch 750
Torch 750
by: Torch Computers
1986
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Torch Triple X
Torch Triple X
by: Torch Computers
1986
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Torch Quad X
Torch Quad X
by: Torch Computers
1988

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