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Phokus Research to Release New Version of their Popular Hoplite NVG Accessory

Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024

San Diego, CA- Phokus Research, known for its life-saving innovations and logistics, is releasing an updated version of their Hoplite NVG Accessory that features an innovative Aperture Wheel. The new Aperture Wheel quickly changes the aperture of your Night Vision Goggles (NVG’s) for improved clarity while also eliminating the need to refocus your objective lens. 

The Hoplite Gen 2’s Aperture Wheel allows the operator to quickly change the aperture size from 18 inches to infinity, which greatly improves the visual acuity from 20/200 to 20/20. The Hoplite Gen 2 is specifically designed to replace your NVG’s existing dust cover and sacrificial lens to protect your front objective from scratches and other expensive damage. This helps eliminate any downtime and operational failures. The Hoplite Gen 2 fits on most NVG’s and requires minimal effort to install. The Hoplite Gen 2 is made in the U.S.A. from lightweight and durable materials. 

At Phokus, our mission for over 15 years has been to serve America and its allies with innovative, high-quality solutions. We are dedicated to excellence in three core segments: Products, Logistics, and Integrations. For further insights into Phokus Research, please visit www.phokusresearch.com.

TNVC Displaying at the 2024 SHOT Show, Booth 62211 New Products Including NV / Thermal Fusion, New Housings, and More

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas, Nevada—As a supplier of industry leading Night Vision, Thermal, and Visual Augmentation and Headborne Systems solutions to Law Enforcement, Military, and Consumer markets alike since 2005, TNVC is excited to be displaying once again at the NSSF SHOT Show at the Sand Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada located at Booth 62211 on the first floor of the Venetian in the Galileo Ballroom.

As always, Tactical Night Vision Company will have several of the newest and most advanced products on display, including the Ops-Core RAILINK power and data management and peripheral integration system, fully integrated with L3Harris’s BNVD-F Fused Binocular system which not only combines traditional image intensified night vision with L3Harris’s unmatched high performance Unfilmed White Phosphor image tubes with an LWIR thermal channel for increased detection and situational awareness, but is also provides a navigational Heads-Up Display (HUD) along with TAK integration capabilities while adding less than 22 ounces, less than the operational weight of many legacy I2-only NVGs, to the integrated headborne system.


L3Harris BNVD-F and Ops-Core RAILINK, pictured with the Pixels on Target VooDoo-S miniature thermal aiming system

TNVC will also be providing updates on the TAD Thermal Augmentation Device, announced at the 2023 SHOT Show in conjunction with Optics 1—a miniature Clip-On Thermal Imager (COTI) system that can turn almost any existing I2 night vision goggle into a night vision / thermal fusion device and offering similar capabilities to the Optics 1 AN/PAS-29B ECOTI, but oriented towards the commercial and law enforcement markets and projected to release for sale later this year.

Additionally, TNVC will have several new Night Vision Goggle housings on display, including the new Nocturn Industries Manticore-Ruggedized and ACTinBlack DTNVS-MG (Manual Gain), both featuring manually adjustable gain control and paring beautifully with the L3Harris “SuperGain” Unfilmed White Phosphor image tubes, introduced to the market by TNVC in 2022, featuring High Gain values of 100,000-120,000 fL/fc compared to ~65,000 fL/fc normally found on standard image intensifiers, providing the user with more information and brighter image, allowing them to extend their operational envelopes even further in the darkest conditions.

On display will also be AB Night Visions new RVM-14 monocular and dual bridge system as well as Wilcox Industries’ new upgraded version of the venerable G24 helmet mount, the G24P, featuring a 22.5o secondary “Passive” tilt position, allowing the user to more easily look under or through their NVGs in mixed lighting conditions.


The next generation of headborne systems

Other new products will include new thermal sights from Pixels on Target as well as some new systems and accessory / peripheral management solutions as well as some other advanced technology solutions that you will just have to stop by to see.  

So please come by if you’re attending the NSSF SHOT Show, Booth 62211 on Level 1 of the Venetian / Sands in the Galileo Ballroom, and be sure to ask about the 2024 SHOT Show Special Edition patch!

Founded in 2005, Tactical Night Vision Company (TNVC) is a Veteran-Owned small business which specializes in providing industry-leading visual augmentation systems, modified-COTS solutions, and systems integration as well as training, education, and life-cycle support to government and commercial customers alike.

For all inquiries please contact: marketing@tnvc.com

Pixels on Target Delivers VooDoo-MX and VooDoo-R to the Market

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Pixels on Target LLC has brought two highly innovative thermal sights, the VooDoo-MX and the VooDoo-R, to the market.

These two systems were officially launched at SHOT Show 2023 and are now in full-rate production. Both products were developed around military requirements for increased accuracy and precision in target acquisition, identification, and engagement.

VooDoo-MX is a multi-mission uncooled thermal imaging sight designed and optimized for medium and long-range caliber weapons as a true in-line clip-on weapon sight for Sniper, MDR, and Crew-Served weapon platforms. VooDoo-MX provides end users with extended detection, recognition, and identification ranges, yielding combat-effective observation and engagement of targets at 1600 meters and beyond.

VooDoo-MX is built and fielded to support M240, M249, .338NM, M2HB/50 Cal, and Mk-19 variants. The integration of the Laser Range Finder (LRF) and Applied Ballistics Solver allows the end user to configure, store, and assign number weapon configuration withing the device and make/save changes as needed. VooDoo-MX provides superior performance on crew-served weapons.

VooDoo-R (Reconnaissance) is the first of its kind – a compact multi-mission uncooled thermal observation device with one-handed operation that fits into a double-mag pouch. VooDoo-R weighs less than 1.5 lbs. including integrated laser range finder. Ideal for recon and surveillance operations, with detection range of over 2000 meters (human targets).

VooDoo-R communicates with other devices to provide range and other target information. The integrated LRF can range targets at 2,500 meters (Typical), 5000 meters (Maximum).

VooDoo-MX and VooDoo-R is one of the 3 new products being launched by Pixels on Target. End user organizations will be available to test these systems at Pixels on Target’s Range Day 2024, which is not open to the public.

The VooDoo Family of Thermal Sights are Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) items that are simultaneously available to, Military, Law Enforcement, Security, and Precision Shooting customers. The VooDoo Family of Sights will be on display at the SHOT Show in Booth # 30103 with our distribution partner Noble, and at Booth # 6503 with TNVC.

Spuhr AB Introduces RD/RDF Series

Friday, January 19th, 2024

Löddeköpinge, Sweden (January 19, 2024) – Spuhr i Dalby AB (Spuhr®) is introducing the RD™/RDF™ Series of red dot mounts at the 2024 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.

Mr. Ulf Nilsson, CEO, says, “The RD and RDF series was a customer-prompted project, where a European military unit requested a mounting solution for the Aimpoint® Micro™ T-2 and the Aimpoint® 3XMag-1™ – but with a weight constraint not previously achieved by any manufacturer. We [Spuhr®] rose to the challenge and won the contract.”

The RDF series features a lightweight mount with a two-position removable magnifier yoke. The yoke is locked into the mount but can be removed completely with a simple push of a button. This patented solution provides a minimum of weight – just a mere 189 grams/6.7 oz for the mount with the magnifier yoke.

The RDF series also allow an optional Picatinny rail (SKU A-0229) to be attached to the front of the mount, for the attachment of an illuminator, as well as an optional rear iron sight.

The first model in the RDF series is the RDF-20225K, which has an optical height over rail of 57 mm/2.25” (as indicated by the model number). The RDF-20225K will be followed by the RDF-20291K, which will have a height of 74 mm/2.91”.

In addition to the RDF series, Spuhr® is also launching the RD series of lightweight red dot mounts without the magnifier yoke. Available heights are 39 mm/1.53”, 42 mm/1.65”, 49 mm/1.93”, 57 mm/2.25”, and 74 mm/2.91”. The 57 mm and 74 mm height RD mounts are also compatible with the optional Picatinny illuminator rail.

As always, quality has been a priority, where the mount does not feature any sharp while featuring the same high quality black anodizing known from all Spuhr products.

www.spuhr.biz

SIONYX Announces Rugged Low-Light IP Surveillance Camera

Friday, January 19th, 2024

An innovative imaging solution that advances remote and covert surveillance technology

BEVERLY, Mass. (Jan. 18, 2024) – Leading the forefront of silicon-based photonics innovation for nearly two decades, SIONYX is redefining the landscape of low-light imaging solutions. SIONYX is a key collaborator with both the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and law enforcement and has played a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge night vision solutions to our Armed Forces – most notably for the Army’s Augmented Reality Goggle Program, IVAS.

SIONYX technology now takes a leap forward with the unveiling of NightScan, a rugged IP surveillance camera with groundbreaking performance. NightScan is designed for remote, covert, and 24/7 surveillance in the most challenging and harsh environments. SIONYX’s commitment to advancing camera technology underscores its dedication to empowering defense and security operations with this state-of-the-art capability.

Harnessing the power of SIONYX’s proprietary XQE-1350/1351 CMOS sensor technology, NightScan introduces advanced features that facilitate networked video capture in remote environments, both day and night. Tailored to meet the needs of top law enforcement and military agencies, this innovative camera is a compelling alternative to existing surveillance capabilities in tactical environments. It also serves as a solution for monitoring critical infrastructure and commercial properties when the lights go out. Its versatile design ensures enhanced functionality, making it an invaluable asset for a range of security applications.

NightScan Key Features:

? Remote Operation:

? Remote-controlled and capable of recording.

? Can connect via ethernet to IP networks with Power over Ethernet (PoE) or local battery

for sustained operation.

? Fully integrated with military radios for wireless video feeds.

? Covert:

? Designed with minimal aesthetic, the camera is compact and crafted for undetectability in critical areas.

? Features Motion Detect (video and I/O) for user alerts.

? Surveillance in Noon-Day Sundown to Moonless Starlight:

? Provides low-light imaging without the need for near-infrared light illumination.

? Includes integrated auto features that enable the camera to be used in a variety of lighting

conditions – even when the environment appears completely black to the human eye.

? Available in full-color or monochrome versions, delivering 720p HD resolution.

? Rugged and Versatile:

? Can be left unattended for extended time periods, reliably functioning in challenging

terrains and harsh conditions.

? Features versatile mounting options for connection to various platforms, including ATVs,

UAVs, UGVs, etc.

? IP67-rated with full environmental certifications (shock, vibration, EMI, thermal, etc.).

“The introduction of the NightScan camera redefines how operators strategically survey in the field and operate in extreme low-light conditions,” said Martin Pralle, PhD, Vice President of Business Development at SIONYX. “We take immense pride in supporting the U.S. DOD and law enforcement, and are excited to play a pivotal role in advancing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities for our Armed Forces and beyond.”

The NightScan camera, set to be available for order in Spring 2024, will be showcased at SHOT Show in January 2024. For further details about SIONYX, click here.

Aimpoint Announces New Acro S-2 Shotgun Sight for SHOT Show and Industry Day at the Range

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

Manassas – January 17, 2024 – Aimpoint®, the originator and worldwide leader in red dot sighting technology, announces the release of the new Aimpoint® Acro S-2™ sight for SHOT Show 2024 and Industry Day at the Range™. Designed specifically for use on shotguns with a ventilated rib, the Acro S-2 greatly enhances hit percentage for small games, bird hunting and on the sporting clays course. The sight provides a compact, low-profile optic for shotgun hunters and sport shooters.

The integrated carbon fiber reinforced mounting system positions the Acro S-2™ on the lowest possible optical axis without adding unnecessary weight. The optic attaches directly to the ventilated rib and includes eight interchangeable adapter plates to accommodate most standard shotguns. The large 9 MOA red dot simplifies lead visualization, enhancing the automatic refinement of muzzle swing and positioning.

The Aimpoint® Acro S-2 is sleek with no protruding features, providing a clear field of view with both eyes open. The low optical axis of 15 mm allows for proper mounting of the gun to the cheek. For shooters who are cross-eye dominance, this new sight allows the shooter to use their strong side while shooting without an ocular or having to switch sides all together.

“Adding the Acro S-2™ sight to your shotgun provides invaluable feedback, as the red dot shows exactly where the bore is relative to the target. It makes a superb training tool for beginners, shortens the learning curve, and providing immediate success,” says Brian Lisankie, President of Aimpoint Inc.

For more information on the Aimpoint® Acro S-2 or other Aimpoint products, please visit our webpage at aimpoint.us.

Aimpoint Announces New 3X-P Magnifier for SHOT Show and Industry Day at the Range

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

Manassas, VA – January 17th, 2024 – Aimpoint®, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology, introduces the new Aimpoint 3X-P Magnifier. Designed to work in conjunction with Aimpoint red dot sights, the 3X-P™ is a 3x power magnifying module built to withstand the demands of professional end-users.

The Aimpoint® 3X-P features a variable dioptric setting (-2 to +2), allowing the magnifier to be adjusted to the individual user’s eye and an ergonomic design with protective rubber cover for a sure grip when used as a handheld device. Offered at an affordable price point, the 3X-P is the ideal solution to increase the distance of your aiming solution without sacrificing the advantage of extremely quick target acquisition.

Whether it is paired with an Aimpoint red dot sight or used as a handheld monocular, the 3X-P™ provides a crisp sight picture with a generous field of view. Utilizing the red dot in Aimpoint sights as the aiming reticle eliminates the need for re-zeroing when shifting between non-magnified and magnified aiming. The magnifier may be used with the quick-detach Aimpoint® TwistMount, or with the FlipMount™ which allows the magnifier to be quickly flipped in or out of the optical axis or removed from the firearm completely.

“This magnifier increases the capabilities for many users of Aimpoint sights,” said Erik Jeppsson, Director Marketing & Sales Worldwide for Aimpoint. “We now offer a magnifier that fits the needs of demanding professionals, while maintaining a budget-friendly price point.”

As the originator of red dot sighting technology, Aimpoint is trusted as the worldwide leader of reflex sights in both quality and technical support. For more information on the Aimpoint 3X-P or any other Aimpoint products, visit the company’s webpage: www.aimpoint.us

Aimpoint Announces ACRO P-2 Sight in Sniper Grey & Flat Dark Earth

Wednesday, January 17th, 2024

Manassas, Virginia – Aimpoint, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology, is introducing two new versions of the Acro P-2 in Cerakote® coatings, Sniper Grey and Flat Dark Earth.

These new variations are available from authorized Aimpoint dealers and aimpoint.us for immediate purchase.

Ever since its introduction in 2021, response to the Aimpoint® Acro P-2 has been outstanding, with worldwide adoption by hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement and military customers. Listening to end users is part of Aimpoint’s doctrine and continues to fuel our product offerings. These two new optics are coated with extremely durable Cerakote® finishes – known worldwide for their corrosion and chemical resistance, UV and thermal stability, and durability under extreme conditions.

The Acro P-2™ represents the benchmark for which all pistol mounted optics are measured.

Designed and tested to withstand the shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, and material stresses generated by firing over 20,000 rounds of .40 S&W ammunition, the Acro P-2 goes above and beyond the call of duty. Built to endure the physical demands of semi-automatic pistol slides, the Acro P-2 is a closed emitter red dot optic that includes a brighter, more efficient LED emitter coupled with a higher capacity CR2032 battery to provide over 5 years of constant-on use.