Sharp NP44ML-01LK – 0.32:1 Ultra-Short Throw Lens for PA Series

Product Overview

The Sharp NEC NP44ML-01LK is a 0.32:1 ultra-short throw projector lens built for Sharp/NEC PA Series and PV Series installation projectors. This ultra-short throw lens lets integrators place the projector just inches from the screen surface, eliminating shadowing and keeping sightlines clear in conference room, training room, and digital signage projection installations. It is the lens of choice when space behind the audience is unavailable or when close-wall projection mapping is part of the AV system design.

Product Description

Designed for use with the NEC NP-PA653U, NP-PA653UL, NP-PA703UL, NP-PA703UL-41ZL, NP-PA703UL-R, NP-PA803U, NP-PA803UL, NP-PA853W, and NP-PA903X projectors — as well as PV Series models including the NP-PV710UL and NP-PV800UL variants — the NP44ML-01LK delivers a fixed 0.32:1 throw ratio for extreme close-proximity projection. That geometry makes it well suited to museum exhibits, experiential retail, immersive corporate lobbies, and projection mapping installations where the projector must hide above or below the image area. Because presenters and foot traffic never cross the light path, the lens is also a strong fit for interactive training room projection and house of worship stage washes. The optical assembly mounts directly to compatible PA/PV Series laser projectors and retains powered lens functions supported by the host projector, simplifying alignment during commercial AV integration. As a genuine Sharp/NEC optional lens, it maintains the brightness uniformity and edge-to-edge focus the projector line is specified for, and it is covered by a 1-year limited parts and labor warranty. Sharp has since superseded this model with the XP-44ML, so the NP44ML-01LK remains the correct match for existing PA Series fleets standardized on this lens kit. If you need help confirming throw distance for your screen size, Creation Networks can validate the lens against your room dimensions before purchase.

Key Features

• 0.32:1 Ultra-Short Throw Ratio — Projects a large image from only inches away, freeing floor space and eliminating presenter shadows.
• Broad PA/PV Series Compatibility — Works with NP-PA653U, NP-PA703UL, NP-PA803U/UL, NP-PA853W, NP-PA903X, and NP-PV710UL/PV800UL projector models.
• Installation-Friendly Design — Supports close-wall mounting configurations common in immersive and projection-mapping deployments.
• Genuine Sharp/NEC Optics — Preserves factory-specified brightness uniformity and edge-to-edge focus across the image.
• Compact Lens Kit — Ships as a complete optional lens kit weighing 12.34 lb (5.6 kg) for field installation by AV integrators.
• 1-Year Limited Warranty — Backed by Sharp/NEC parts and labor coverage for commercial deployments.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Training room
• House of worship
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Auditorium

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Which projectors accept the NP44ML-01LK lens?

It is compatible with Sharp/NEC PA Series models NP-PA653U, NP-PA653UL, NP-PA703UL, NP-PA803U, NP-PA803UL, NP-PA853W, and NP-PA903X, plus PV Series models NP-PV710UL and NP-PV800UL. Verify your projector model number before ordering.

How close can the projector sit to the screen with this lens?

With a 0.32:1 throw ratio, the throw distance is roughly one-third of the image width — for example, a 100-inch-wide image requires only about 32 inches of throw. Use a lens calculator against your exact screen size to confirm placement.

Is the NP44ML-01LK suitable for projection mapping?

Yes. Ultra-short throw optics are commonly used in projection mapping and immersive installations where the projector must be concealed close to the projection surface.

What is the difference between the NP44ML-01LK and the NP44ML-02LK?

Both are 0.32:1 ultra-short throw lens kits; they differ in the included mounting/support kit configuration for different projector models. Confirm which kit matches your projector before ordering, or contact Creation Networks for help.

What warranty does this lens carry?

Sharp/NEC provides a 1-year limited parts and labor warranty on the NP44ML-01LK.