Kollmorgen FL 3.25" F 1.9 B-241-50 – 35mm Cine Projection Lens
The Kollmorgen FL 3.25" F 1.9 B-241-50 is a high-performance cine projection lens, originally designed for 35mm film projectors. Manufactured in the 1960s-70s, this lens is known for its fast f/1.9 aperture, ensuring excellent light transmission and sharp image projection.
Technical Specifications
- Focal Length: 3.25" (82.5mm)
- Aperture: f/1.9 (high brightness for film projection)
- Lens Type: Fixed-focus cine projection lens
- Front Lens Diameter: 1.75" (inner thread: 2.25")
- Rear Lens Diameter: 1.5" (inner thread: 1.625")
- Barrel Length: 4.75"
- Weight: Approx. 1-2 lbs.
- Optical Coating: Multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast
- Build Quality: Durable metal construction, classic cine lens design
Compatibility & Usage
- Designed For: 35mm movie projectors
- Compatible Brands: Schneider, Westar, Kowa, Sankor, Kollmorgen
- Manufacturing Origin: USA (Brooklyn, NY)
- Production Era: 1960s-70s
- Model: Kollmorgen Snaplite B-241-50
- Condition: Typically sold used, with minor cosmetic wear
Performance & Legacy
This Kollmorgen lens was built for high-quality film projection, delivering sharp image reproduction with excellent light transmission. It remains a sought-after piece among collectors and enthusiasts maintaining classic cinema setups.
If you're evaluating its modern relevance, it may not match today’s digital projection technologies, but for authentic film screenings, it’s still an exceptional choice.
