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OEM and OEM Equivalent Projector Lamps

When purchasing replacement lamps for Sanyo projectors you have the option of purchasing an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) lamp or an OEM Equivalent. Both are designed to fit the same Sanyo projector model but the price varies between the two options.

This guide will to help you understand the difference between a “Sanyo OEM Lamp” and “OEM Equivalent Lamps”, their pros and cons.

Before deciding what lamp to purchase for your Sanyo projector you need to understand the difference between an OEM and OEM Equivalent Lamp. OEM lamps are original lamps designed by the manufacturer for specific Sanyo projector models whereas OEM equivalent lamps are replicas designed by different companies. Usually Sanyo OEM equivalent lamps are designed to be 100% compatible with Sanyo projectors.

Sanyo OEM Lamps are made to the highest quality since the original manufacturer produces them and usually guarantee a longer and better quality lamp life. Equivalent lamps are usually much cheaper than original Sanyo lamps although they cannot be guaranteed the same quality.

If you purchase an OEM equivalent lamp, you can be sure it is 100% compatible with your Sanyo projector model but you must be aware that aftermarket equivalent lamps aren’t usually built to the high quality of their original counterparts. More often than not OEM equivalent lamps for Sanyo projectors will not provide as many hours as an original lamp will. You also run the risk of voiding your projector warranty if the lamp causes damage to your projector by overheating or exploding.

In terms of price comparison, a Sanyo OEM equivalent lamp will work out much cheaper than an original, but the warranty on these lamps tends to cover less hours. Another thing to consider is that you may pay 15% less for an OEM equivalent but if it stops working after 800 hours or less you would have in fact paid more.

No matter which lamp option you choose to purchase for your Sanyo projector you will need the exact model, lamp replacement code and manufacturers number. You can find these by selecting your Sanyo projector model from the drop-down menu on the left.