Optical Laser Lens KES-497A for PlayStation 5

Description

The optical lens KES-497A is the essential component of the Blu-ray drive of the standard edition PlayStation 5, ensuring the playback of physical games, 4K Blu-ray, and DVDs. In case of playback failure, disc error messages, or repetitive search noise, this part allows to restore the playback function of the drive without replacing the entire optical block. It is compatible with drives mounted in PS5 models CFI-10XX to 12XX.

Technical Specifications

• Reference: KES-497A
• Type: Blu-ray UHD laser optical lens
• Compatibility: PlayStation 5 Standard (models CFI-10XX / 11XX / 12XX)
• Functions: playback of PS5/PS4 games, UHD Blu-ray movies, DVDs
• Installation: inside the optical block mechanism (requires delicate disassembly)
• Format: identical to the original Sony part

Advantages

• Repairs disc playback failures without changing the entire drive
• Original or equivalent OEM quality part
• Economical and precise solution to restore Blu-ray function
• Compatible with original PS5 drive mechanisms
• Suitable for experienced technicians or DIY enthusiasts

⚠️ Attention: pairing with the drive

The KES-497A lens can be replaced alone as long as the original daughter board of the drive, cryptographically linked to the console's motherboard, is retained. Replacing the complete drive without its original board will render the drive unusable.