Description
GE General Electric GL-132 7-to-1 Projector Lens w/ Protective Caps Made in Japan
The General Electric GL-132 is a vintage 7-to-1 ratio projection lens manufactured in Japan. It is a large-format optic designed for use with professional overhead or large-venue projectors, with the 7-to-1 throw ratio indicating the relationship between throw distance and image width. Both protective end caps are included.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: General Electric (GE)
- Model: GL-132
- Lens Type: Projector lens
- Zoom / Throw Ratio: 7-to-1
- Country of Manufacture: Japan
- Housing: Black anodized metal barrel with focus adjustment ring
- Optical elements: Multi-coated glass (anti-reflection coatings visible as colorful reflections on rear element)
- Includes: Front and rear protective snap-on lens caps
Applications
Projection lenses with 7-to-1 throw ratios were standard equipment in professional AV installations of the mid-to-late 20th century — auditoriums, lecture halls, corporate presentation rooms, and large-venue event spaces. General Electric produced a range of GL-series optics for use with their own projector lines and compatible third-party systems. The 7-to-1 ratio is suited to longer-throw installations where the projector sits well back from the screen. Today, lenses like this GL-132 are sought by collectors of vintage AV equipment, institutions maintaining legacy projector systems, and those working with period-correct film or slide projection setups. The multi-coated Japanese-made glass reflects the high manufacturing standards of that era's professional optics.
This General Electric GL-132 7-to-1 projector lens is in good cosmetic condition for its age. The black barrel and housing show light surface wear consistent with vintage equipment. The glass elements appear clean and free of obvious chips or major scratches, with colorful multi-coating reflections clearly visible on the rear element. Both protective end caps are included. Due to the age of this lens, it is being sold as-is with no functionality guarantee — we have not bench-tested it in an active projector. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
General Electric |
Model: |
GL-132 |
MPN: |
GL-132 |
Type: |
Projector Lens |
SKU: |
40524 |
Zoom Ratio: |
7-to-1 |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Includes: |
Two protective end caps |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected, sold as-is due to age |
Seller Notes: |
Includes both front and rear protective lens caps. Sold as-is due to age. |
Condition Notes: |
GE General Electric GL-132 7-to-1 projector lens in good cosmetic condition. Glass looks clean with intact coatings. Both protective caps included. Sold as-is due to age; not bench-tested. Please contact us with questions. |
