Panasonic PT-VX42ZU projector lamp 230W
A complete 230 W lamp module with housing installs directly in compatible Panasonic projectors and delivers 4,000 hours in normal mode or 6,000 hours in economy mode
- Power rating230 W
- Lamp lifespan4,000 Hrs. (Normal) - 6,000 Hrs. (Economy)
- Product typeProjector Lamp
- OEM UHM lamp ensures precise colour and brightness
- 230W bulb matches original projector power specification
- 4000 hours normal life reduces replacement frequency
- 6000 hours economy mode extends usable runtime
- Ready-to-install housing cuts setup time to minutes
Compatible Panasonic projector models
This replacement lamp module fits Panasonic PT-VX42ZU projectors and carries the manufacturer part number ET-LAV300. It is intended for owners who need a direct swap when the original lamp reaches end of life. Buyers using other Panasonic models or different projector brands should verify compatibility before ordering.
Check your current lamp and projector settings
Confirm that the existing lamp is a 230W UHM type and that the projector recognises the ET-LAV300 part number. The unit is sold as a complete housing so no separate bulb handling is required. Ensure the projector’s lamp-hour counter can be reset after installation to track the new module’s 4,000-hour normal or 6,000-hour economy ratings.
Build quality and everyday handling
Each lamp is assembled to ISO 9001 standards using bulbs from Philips, Osram, Ushio, Phoenix, Iwasaki or Matsushita. The pre-fitted housing allows tool-free insertion into the projector’s lamp bay, reducing downtime during maintenance. The module’s connectors align with the factory socket, so no adapters or wiring changes are needed for daily operation.
How it compares
Measured against everything we stock in Replacement Projector Bulbs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.
- Price $100.99
- Typical for this category: the median of 9,513 items is $99.99.
- Power rating 230 W
- Higher than about 60% of the 8,831 comparable items (median 215 W).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Projector Lamp |
| Display | |
| Lamp lifespan | 4,000 Hrs. (Normal) - 6,000 Hrs. (Economy) |
| Power | |
| Power rating | 230 W |
Questions about this item
Does the PT-VX42ZU lamp module come fully assembled with the housing, or must the bare bulb be fitted separately?
The module is supplied as a complete assembly of a new 230W UHM bulb inside its housing, so no separate fitting is required.
Which version should I choose among the three OEM options and the compatible alternative?
All four versions meet ISO9001 quality checks; the OEM units come from Philips, Osram, Ushio, Phoenix, Iwasaki or Matsushita, while the compatible uses genuine OEM parts at a lower cost.
What does the 4000-hour normal and 6000-hour economy rating mean for daily use?
In normal mode expect about 4000 hours of operation, while economy mode extends that to roughly 6000 hours before replacement is needed.
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