Halftone Dots: Photo Gobo Explained
A practical lens gobo projector buying guide for dot pitch, throw, tone — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
Gobo Projector Specs Explained
What the numbers on a gobo projector datasheet actually mean — wattage, light output, beam angle, projection distance, projected image diameter, IP rating and rotation speed. Use these explainers to compare models on equal footing, to work out whether a 25W or a 200W unit suits a given throw distance, and to write a specification that a contractor can quote against.
40 articles in this topic · updated 2026-05-31
Optical Glass Color Filter Guide
A practical lens gobo projector buying guide for dichroic, heat, brightness loss — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
Zoom Focus Gobo Projector Explained
A practical logo gobo projector buying guide for adjustable throw, rental — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
HD Gobo Projector: When You Need Resolution
A practical outdoor gobo projector buying guide for detail, file dpi, lens — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
Gobo Projector Throw Distance Explained
A practical logo gobo projector buying guide for lens, image width, calculator — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
4-Image / Multi-Image Gobo Projector
A practical dynamic gobo projector buying guide for rotating patterns, events — specs, real model comparison and install tips.
Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Gobo Size 37mm vs 53mm Explained
37mm and 53mm are the two common gobo sizes, but the outer diameter is not the image area. The size you need depends on the holder and how much detail the logo carries.
How Many Lumens for a Gobo Projector
Lumens on a gobo projector are useful only once you know the ambient light, the distance and the image size. Read them together or the number lies.
Advertising Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two advertising gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Event Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two event gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Commercial Logo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a commercial logo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
IP65 Gobo Light Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two IP65 gobo light projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Store Logo Projection Light: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a store logo projection light datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
What the Long Throw Gobo Projector Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a long throw gobo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
Wedding Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two wedding gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Zoom Focus Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two zoom focus gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Wedding Light: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a wedding light datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
What the Storefront Gobo Projector Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Two storefront gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Custom Monogram Projector for Wedding: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two custom monogram projector for weddings with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Custom Glass Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a custom glass gobo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
What the HD Gobo Projector Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — an HD gobo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
Custom Business Logo Projection Light: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two custom business logo projection lights with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
IP67 Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two IP67 gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
What the Custom Logo Projector Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Two custom logo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
What the Wedding Reception Gobo Light Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a wedding reception gobo light datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
Outdoor Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two outdoor gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Waterproof Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two waterproof gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
What the Logo Projector Light Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a logo projector light datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
LED Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two LED gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Restaurant Logo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a restaurant logo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
What the High Power Gobo Projector Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Two high power gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Rotating Gobo Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two rotating gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Outdoor Logo Projector Light Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — an outdoor logo projector light datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
Logo Light Projector Specifications: How to Read the Numbers
Two logo light projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
What the Party Gobo Light Spec Sheet Is Really Telling You
Two party gobo lights with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Welcome Sign Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two welcome sign gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Gobo Projection Light: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two gobo projection lights with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Remote Control Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Two remote control gobo projectors with the same wattage can differ by a factor of three on the wall. This is what to look at instead of the headline number.
Monogram Gobo Projector: Specs That Matter and Specs That Don't
Lumens, watts, lux, throw ratio, IP rating — a monogram gobo projector datasheet mixes units that are not comparable. Here is how to read each one in the order it matters on site.
Projectors used in these guides
15W Gobo Logo Projector | HD Pro Aluminum Alloy, Indoor Advertising Ligh$51 · 15W
25W Custom Gobo Logo Projector | Indoor Advertising & Decoration Project$57 · 25W
50W Gobo Logo Projector | HD Pro Aluminum Alloy, Indoor Advertising Ligh$77 · 50W
Dynamic Color Changing Water Pattern Light, LED Gobo Projector Light wit$82 · 25W
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