M-8R
- Format
- 8mm
- Introduced
- 1950
- Original archive
- View preserved page ↗
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Specifications of the Paillard Bolex M-8R 8mm projector.
At a glance
- Overall Dimensions
- 13" x 6" x 12" (arm retracted, without reels)
- Weight
- 12 lbs (17 1/2 lbs with carrying case and accessories).
- Lamp
- 110v 500 watt prefocus bulb. Modern replacement: CZX bulb.
Specifications in detail
- Construction
- Cast aluminum and steel. Painted with olive enamel finish on early models; Grey/silver finish on later models.
- Reel Capacity
- Reel arms accommodate 400 ft reels. Upper reel arm folds downward and locks for storage; Serves as a carrying handle.
- Threading
- Rapid snap threading attaches film to sprockets; Lens assembly pivots outward for easy loading and unloading. Automatic loop former maintains the bottom loop even on damaged film.
- Power
- Voltage divider with built-in resistance, runs projector on 110-250v, 50-60 cycle AC or DC power supplies.
- Lens
- Interchangeable lenses; Usually supplied with a Kern 20mm f/1.6. Later models were supplied with a Kern 20mm f/1.3 lens.
- Variable Speed
- 16 frames per second; adjustable for slower or faster speed. Motor or manual rewind. An audible warning device signals if the projection rate drops below safe limit.
- Other Features
- Direct drive motor operates the take-up reel; Forced draft ventilation and cooling; Framing knob adjusts the claw for vertical alignment in the gate; Front legs can be adjusted individually for height; An outlet on the rear of the projector can be used for plugging in a table lamp; Lamp housing door allows easy access to the projection lamp; Accessory carrying cases.
Serial numbers & production years
As documented on this model’s archived page. Look up any serial on the serial lookup page.
| Serial range | Year |
|---|---|
| 310,001 – 315,000 | 1949–1950 |
| 315,000 – 325,000 | 1951 |
| 325,000 – 330,000 | 1952 |
| 330,000 – 350,000 | 1953 |
| 350,000 – 360,000 | 1954 |
| 360,000 – 380,000 | 1955 |
| 380,000 – 400,000 | 1956 |
| 400,000 – 430,000 | 1957 |
| 430,000 – 455,000 | 1958 |
| 455,000 – 468,000 | 1959–1960 |
Related models
The M-8 line
The original archive
The preserved BolexCollector.com page, exactly as captured.