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Busselton Historical Society > Records

Slide Projector - "Aldis 500"

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Aldis Bros

c. 1950

Subcollections

Overview

Wooden carry case, with the following components:

(a) Electric Slide Projector
(b) Lens

Historical information

The Aldis 500 is a classic, mid-century 35mm slide projector manufactured in Birmingham, England by Aldis Brothers during the 1950s. Known for its robust aluminum construction and bright 500-watt illumination, it was a staple for projecting 2× 2 inch mounted slides in homes, schools, and photography clubs.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2026.191

Item type

Film Projector

Slides

Themes

Material

Glass

Metal

Wood

Inscriptions and markings

"Aldis 500"
"Made under licence to Aldis Bros, England. Distributed by H Bleakley Pty Ltd, Australia"

Contextual information

A portable electric slide projector. The Aldis 500 is a vintage 1950s/1960s British 35mm slide projector. It was built by Aldis Brothers to project classic photographic slides onto a wall or screen. The "500" refers to its bright 500-watt halogen or tungsten lamp.

Keywords

Aldis Projector

Place made

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Year

Primary significance criteria

Artistic or aesthetic significance

Historic significance

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Monday, 6 July, 2026

Completeness

100

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