18-5 Super

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  Bolex 18-5 Super

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  Bolex Variable Speeds

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  carrying case

Specifications

Overall Dimensions

10 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 6 1/2"

Weight

15 1/4 lbs.

Construction

Cast aluminum; light grey finish; Carrying handle; Detachable cover.

Reel Capacity

Reel arms accommodate 400 ft reels. Both reel arms fold downward for storage.

Threading

Automatic threading from reel to reel; the device feeds the film into position and forms the loops to the correct length -- film continues threading underneath and to the rear of the projector onto the take-up reel; Manual threading and unloading possible, if desired. Lens assembly pivots outward for cleaning of gate and unloading of film.

Power

Two versions: 1) 50 cycle 110-240v AC power; 2) 60 cycle 110-125v AC power.

Lamp

8 volt, 50 watt lamp. Modern replacement: CXR 8V/50W

Lens

Interchangeable lenses; Originally supplied with a choice of four lenses: Bolex Hi-Fi f/1.3 lenses of 15, 20 or 20mm focal length or with the SOM Berthiot 17-28mm f/1.3 zoom lens. A SOM Berthiot 35mm f/1.3 lens was also available.

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

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.