Bolex 18-5 8mm Film Projector

Fully film-tested, serviced 8mm Projector Bolex 18-5 in impeccable condition.  Includes take-up reel, carrying case and all available power cords.

The Bolex 18-5 projected 8mm film at fixed running speeds of 18 and 5 frames per second in forward motion, and 18 fps in reverse; 18 fps forward and reverse with the lamp switched off was also possible.
Slow motion projection at 5 fps was an exclusive feature to the 18-5, made possible by a variable shutter blade. At this speed, a typical three-bladed shutter would produce a noticeable flicker and increase the risk of film burn.
However, Bolex solved this problem by designing a three-bladed shutter that expanded to nine blades when the speed was set to 5 fps; flicker and risk of film burn were eliminated, although picture brightness was slightly reduced.
A removeable lid, built-in carrying handle, folding reel arms and small size made this projector easy to transport. 
Intact Bolex logo plate, located on the side of the projector and detachable lid

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

LENS: Interchangeable lenses; supplied with Bolex Hi-Fi f/1.3 20mm focal length
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