Christie Crimson Series ILS 1.4-1.8:1 ILS Zoom Lens - 118-100112-03

Product Overview

The Christie 118-100112-03 is an ILS zoom lens delivering a 1.4–1.8:1 throw ratio on Christie M Series HD/WU projectors and 1.5–2.0:1 on SXGA+ models. As part of the M Series lens suite it includes Christie's true Intelligent Lens System, which recognizes and calibrates the lens automatically on installation. Stepper-motor encoding prevents the drift found in DC-encoded motors, so offset, zoom, and focus presets recall precisely. Its short-to-mid zoom range makes it one of the most commonly specified lenses across the Crimson, Mirage, Roadster, and M Series families.

Product Description

This zoom lens covers projector positions between roughly 1.4 and 1.8 times the image width from the screen — the sweet spot for many theaters, staging positions, and mid-sized venues. Its compatibility list is exceptionally broad, spanning Crimson HD25/WU25/HD31/WU31, M 4K25, Mirage and Roadster HD/WU/S+ models from 6K through 25K lumens, Matrix WU7K-J, and many more chassis sharing the M Series lens mount. That breadth makes it a smart inventory lens for rental houses: one optic serves dozens of projector models. The ILS architecture identifies the lens the moment it seats in the projector and calibrates it without operator intervention, while stored lens positions return accurately show after show — essential when blended arrays are torn down and rebuilt. The lens ships UPS-shippable at 21.05 lb shipping weight and is manufactured in Japan.

Key Features

• 1.4–1.8:1 Zoom Range (HD/WU) — versatile short-to-mid throw coverage; 1.5–2.0:1 on SXGA+ models.
• Intelligent Lens System (ILS) — automatic lens recognition and calibration at installation.
• Stepper-Motor Encoding — drift-free recall of offset, zoom, and focus positions.
• Very Broad Compatibility — fits Crimson, Mirage, Roadster, Matrix, and M Series projectors including Crimson HD25/WU25/HD31/WU31 and M 4K25.
• Rental-Fleet Workhorse — one lens covers dozens of chassis sharing the M Series mount.
• Japanese-Made Optics — precision glass manufactured in Japan.

Typical Applications

Specify this lens for Crimson and M Series projectors in live event staging, theaters and auditoriums, projection mapping rigs, houses of worship, and large meeting venues with mid-distance projection positions. Browse compatible projectors and the rest of the ILS lens family in our Christie Digital collection.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Christie vendor data. Unlisted values are omitted rather than estimated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this lens fit my Crimson projector?
Yes — Crimson HD25, WU25, HD31, and WU31 are all on the compatibility list, along with the broader Mirage, Roadster, and M Series families.

Why are two throw-ratio ranges listed?
The effective ratio depends on the projector's chip: 1.4–1.8:1 on HD/WU models and 1.5–2.0:1 on SXGA+ models.

Does the projector recalibrate when I swap lenses?
The ILS automatically recognizes and calibrates the lens on installation, and stepper-motor encoding keeps stored presets accurate.

How do I verify the throw distance for my room?
Use the Christie Lens Calculator or the throw chart for your projector model before finalizing placement.