Brite-Strike® has just introduced their new All Purpose Adhesive Light Strip (APALS™). For such applications as marking for Close Air Support to MEDEVAC to MOUT, APALS is easy to use and helps prevent fratricide. It features 3 modes: On, Fast Strobe & Slow Strobe. APALS is self-adhesive, disposable, and boasts a 35 hour run time. Available in White, Red, Blue, Amber, Green, and IR, APALS comes in packs of 100.
More and more tactical flashlights are incorporating a strobe function to help confuse suspects. However, a completely different use for this function is illustrated here by Elzetta. Based on a true story, our hero, “SGT Elzetta” uses the strobe function on his light to do something very familiar to military personnel, mark his position for MEDEVAC. It’s definitely another trick in the bag to consider for LE folks.
The new MPLS Charge from Princeton Tec combines 4 LEDs in various combinations. However, one constant is the 50 lumens white light. It is designed to be mounted on the left or right side of an ARC rail due to the ingenious design. Additionally, it comes with a MOLLE compatible clip to attach it to your gear. Available 1 August in several light combinations from www.princetontec.com.
Also known as the Romeo, the Energizer® Hard Case® Tactical® Military Compact Vest Light is PALS compatible and relies on a single cell AA battery to produce 47 Lumens for up to 8 hours. As you can see from the photo below, the light comes with 2 removable filters (Red and Blue) that screw on in front of the lamp. Additionally, the clip will accommodate PALS webbing or similar and features magnets so that it can easily be attached to a steel pole or structural member. These lights are manufactured at Energizer’s plant in St Albans, Vermont. Additionally, Energizer guarantees that your light will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the entire life of the light.
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Aptly named due to its adaptability across the light spectrum, the Spectrum from Zero Point is an illumination toolkit. It comes packaged in a custom molded case and looks like a pen light. But it’s so much more.
The waterproof case features a purge valve and has a foam liner with cut outs for all of the components including batteries.
I have had the pleasure of having one available to use and it is fantastic. Each end of the Spectrum features a swappable light head which is powered by independently by a single AAA battery. This allows you to configure the Spectrum based on mission requirements although it can quickly be reconfigured. The heads integrate tightly spaced threads and O rings to keep the water out.
As you can see above, the optional High Density Rubber Light Shield prevents to light from going anywhere but where you direct it. This can come in handy for a variety of reasons. Additionally, the rubber construction of the Light Shield allows you to further control the beam by pinching it closed. Two are included with the Spectrum so that you can configure both heads simultaneously.
In addition to the UV and White light heads already mentioned, Infrared, Blue, and Red also come with the Spectrum. All lamps are LED.
For more information visit www.zeropointusa.com.
The requirement for the HEL-STAR came from tragedy. In 1998, a USAF PJ was killed in a parachute accident over the ocean off of Japan. His parachute was caught in a strobe light zip tied to his pro-tec helmet. This accident caused the joint parachuting community to begin the search for a more conformal light specifically for freefall parachuting. Over the ensuing years, several solutions were used until they started working with Core Survival and adopted the original HEL-STAR 4.
The HEL-STAR 5 is a flexible lighting solution designed to be velcroed to a parachutist helmet offering a smooth, low profile mount. One of the big enhancements over the HEL-STAR 4 is at the junction between the control module and the light strip. It was strengthened in order to alleviate concerns over cable wear due to repeated flexion. Additionally, the controls were altered slightly to enhance tactile verification of operating mode.
Three distinct operating modes are provided with a choice of White, Green or IR signals, either flashing or steady. The light is bright enough for jumpers to identify one another in freefall or under canopy. The O-ring sealed design is waterproof to at least 16 feet and the unit is powered by a single CR123 battery.
Below is a short video of the HEL-STAR 5 blinking in strobe mode between white and green lights (mode 1).
The HEL-STAR 5 boasts three operating modes:
HS-501 M-1: White/Green (Alt. Flash)
M-2: Green (Steady)
M-3: IR (Flash)
Naturally, once the troops got a hold of the marker they came up with additional applications for it including vehicles, outer wear, and equipment. Based on user feedback, additional capability is being developed for this family of lights. Core Survival products are Made in USA.
Although SureFire’s MR07 Adapter Mount has been around for some time, the M1911’s Centennial has brought a renewed interest in the firearm as well as several new models introduced that retain the original design characteristics. With these models, in order to utilize a weapon light, you need a rail adapter and the MR07 fits the bill
One of the big advantages to the MR07 is that it does not require any permanent changes to the pistol and it can be restored to its original condition at any time. The mount is made from 7000 series aluminum and is low profile enough to fit most GI-style holsters.
The MR07 attaches via a modified slide stop and pin assembly machined from pre-hardened chrome-molybdenum steel. The pin fit is match-grade. The trigger guard locking wedge is energy absorbent polyurethane, avoiding metal-to-metal contact, and can be tightened with a cartridge rim meaning no hex wrench is necessary. Additionally, a spacer shim is provided to accommodate manufacturing variations in the trigger guard thickness. Finally, it features an anti-chafing pad to prevent scoring of the dust cover.
SureFire will be exhibiting the new HellFighter 4 (HF4) weapon light next week at Warrior Expo West. Intended as a weaponlight / searchlight / IR illuminator, the HF4 features two settings; High: 3,000 lumens and Low: 1,000 lumens and also offers a strobe setting.
The biggest improvement is the internal rechargeable lithium ion battery pack that will run the HF4 at full output for 30 minutes which is in addition to the 12v vehicle or BA-5590 power adapters. Additionally, the HF4 features a dual swing-open filter/cover system, allowing white light, filtered infrared, or an opaque protective cover. Finally, the HF4’s reflector has also been modified to improve beam reach and offer wider peripheral light for situational awareness.
SureFire has ingeniously integrated the carrying handle for dismounted use into the weapon mount. The mount itself has also been modified to include both the original heavy-duty T-rail clamp as well as an intermediary adapter mount that permits attaching the HF4 to a Picatinny rail. The HF4 kit includes mounting hardware and tools as well as power cables. For a full list of features and tech data check out this product brochure.
