Sharp XP-44ML-02LK Ultra Short Fixed Lens: Compatible with 8 Models

Sharp genuine lens XP-44ML-02LK Ultra Short Fixed is an original optical accessory for Sharp engineering projectors. It is an ultra-short-throw (Ultra Short Throw) lens with a throw ratio of 0.32:1. The factory compatibility list covers 8 models. Before installation, simply verify the projector model and panel size; no adapter rings are needed. The value of a genuine lens lies not in the additional specifications, but in the fact that it is factory-calibrated to the optical path and mount of the corresponding projector series. Once installed, the image circle, edge illumination, and focusing travel all meet the design specifications, eliminating the need to use keystone correction to compensate for image quality.

I. Lens Specifications

The above specifications are subject to the factory specifications. For mechanical dimensions, flange distance, and mount type not listed in the specifications table, please contact us with your projector model for verification. Placing an order based solely on a similar model carries the risk that the lens will not fit.

II. Calculating Installation Distance from the Throw Ratio

The throw ratio is the ratio of the installation distance to the image width. This genuine lens has a fixed focal length (0.32:1), so the installation distance varies linearly with image size and offers no adjustment range. Accurate measurements are essential before installation.

These figures represent the clear distance from the front surface of the lens to the screen and do not include the space required behind the projector for cooling and cable connections. They are calculated for a 16:10 image; actual values should be verified through on-site measurements and the factory manual.

III. Compatible Models (8 Models)

The following table is taken from the factory compatibility list. Brightness and resolution are populated from the model database; values that cannot be obtained are shown as “—” and are not estimated.

To verify whether a model outside this list is compatible, please send us photographs of the projector nameplate and the current lens. Same-generation platforms often share mounts, but placing an order based on a similar model is not worth the risk.

Throw Ratio by Projector Series

The nominal throw ratio varies by projector series when the same XP-44ML-02LK Ultra Short Fixed lens is installed. Select the value according to the actual series of the projector.

IV. Three Checks Before Replacement

• Confirm the projector panel and resolution. The genuine lens is designed for a specific panel size. If the panel specifications differ, the image circle cannot cover the panel, resulting in vignetting or edge light loss after installation.
• Calculate the installation distance first. This lens has a rated throw ratio of 0.32:1. Apply the table in Section 2 to the dimensions of your site. A fixed-focal-length lens offers no adjustment range, and even a zoom lens requires a 10–20 cm margin at both ends of its range.
• Verify the mount and locking mechanism. The genuine lens is calibrated to the mount used on the corresponding projector series. You must hear it click into the locked position after installation. A skewed image or soft edges are usually caused by incomplete locking rather than a problem with the lens itself.

If you are unsure, photograph the projector nameplate and the nameplate on the current lens and send the photos to us. Verification against the actual hardware is the most reliable approach.