18-5

Name: Paillard-Bolex 18-5
Brand: Paillard-Bolex

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Projected 8mm film at fixed speeds of 18 and 5 frames per second forward, and 18 fps in reverse.

At a glance

Overall Dimensions: 10 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 6 1/2"
Weight: 15 1/4 lbs.
Construction: Cast aluminum; Two-tone grey finish; Carrying handle; Detachable cover.
Lamp: 8 volt, 50 watt lamp. Modern replacement: CXR 8V/50W

Reel Capacity: Reel arms accommodate 400 ft reels. Both reel arms fold downward for storage.
Threading: Simple manual threading with illustrations for loop forming on the projector body; film is placed onto sprockets with snap guides. Lens assembly pivots outward for easy loading and unloading.
Power: Two versions: 1) 50 cycle 110-240v AC power; 2) 60 cycle 110-125v AC power.
Lens: Interchangeable lenses; Originally supplied with Bolex Hi-Fi f/1.3 lenses of 15, 20 or 25mm focal lengths. Other Bolex projector lenses were manufactured later.
Variable Speed: 18 and 5 frames per second; 18fps reverse projection; Rapid motor rewind. Forward or reverse motion with lamp switched off at 18fps.
Other Features: Bolex anamorphic lens is easily attached to built-in holder for widescreen projection; Framing knob adjusts the claw for vertical alignment in the gate; Front leg for height adjustment and rear legs for leveling; Variable shutter automatically changes from three to nine blades when projection drops to 5fps; Catathermic filter preserves the film from excessive heating; A table lamp can be attached which switches off when the projector is running and relights again when stopped.

As documented on this model’s archived page. Look up any serial on the serial lookup page.