The Ultralight Articulating Night Vision Binocular "Katana" with YH HIGH GRADE White Phosphor 3rd Generation tubes.
Katanas with WP3 High grade tubes in stock!This is the lightest binocular on the market to date at a functional weight of 17.5 oz. fully assembled with battery installed and standard glass, or 14.8oz with the lightweight lens option. The articulating design allows users to use one eye or both eyes enabling the simultaneous use of a thermal optic or other non-passive aiming systems. This also enables users to operate vehicles without limiting head space by eliminating the need to stow the unit upright or to tuck the pods against the helmet when stowed.
It is simple with a minimalist design. An onboard battery with no remote power keeps things simple and wires off the helmet. Push button on/off in the cap to reduce weight and reduce the footprint of the bridge. Individual pod power on/off when articulated to the side for single or dual eye use and to eliminate backsplash when stowed or rotated out.
An original new “Friction Lock Interpupillary Adjustment” feature allows users to quickly and easily set IP stop distance with a simple rotate into place and forget design. No tools or knobs.
This unit is light weight without compromising strength. It is rugged and exceeds MIL-STD-810G plus has been drop tested to the NATO 1.5 meter firearms drop test standard. The housings are designed and hand built in New Hampshire, USA.
Material: Polymer/Aluminum
Tube type: 18mm MX-10160 style
Color: Matte Black (Cerakote), Matte Coyote (Cerakote), Matte OD (Cerakote)
Weight:
(Battery + Standard Pvs-14 lenses and Image intensifiers): 17.5oz/1.09lbs/496.2g
(No Battery + RPO Pvs-14 lenses and Image intensifiers): 14.8oz/0.93lbs/419.6g
On board power: CR123a
Out board Power: Optional LEMO port. Use the options menu to add Lemo port and put a "1" in the text field
*DISCLAIMER: Do not use onboard power and remote power simultaneously. Main power controlled by battery pack when remote power is utilized.
IR Illuminator: No
Pod power off when rotated to side: Yes (Individually)
Ingress rating: IP68+
Mount style: Dovetail
Warranty: Lifetime repair or replacement of all housing components no questions asked. 5 year warranty on tubes.
Shipped with Elbit Systems third generation YH HIGH GRADE WHITE PHOSPHOR TUBES with a 2200 FOM minimum tube spec!
7/23- We also have L3 Harris WP UNFILMED 20UM grade tubes in Katanas!!!
UNFILMED WP Katanas IN STOCK and shipping immediately!!!912.379.9441
912.375.1480
[email protected]Received this below from a Katana customer-
Below is a review for the Katanas:
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As an NVG Instructor, I appreciate good tubes.
These are off the charts, in all aspects. Weight. Balance. Clarity. Brightness. Auto Gain. These are the lightest dual tubes I have worn.
Having had these tubes for a month, and 40-50 hours on them already, I have not had a single issue. These. Just. Work.
While Phosphorus - I have always used green tubes. These WP tubes are next level fantastic.
Battery Life - I am surprised at how long a single 123 battery will last, in these. I know I got 30 hours of run time, out of one batt, and know it would have gone longer, if I hadn't broken two rules: 1. Always pull your battery after you are done using, for the night. 2. Always check your tubes to see if they are on, and you missed Rule 1, before you put them back in the box.(Instructor Note: always put your investment back in the box, when you aren't wearing them, and always, always protect your glass!)
I am new to the concept of lifting your tubes away, individually, instead of folding the package up. This is a life changer. Lots of clever little reasons why you will want this in your world. After ten hrs, it becomes as natural as walking. You can fold them up, still, but you won't need to...
Handy tips:
Set the mount as far from your face as possible - you get better peripheral that way.
If you are new to dual tubes, purchase, or make, a small counterweight pouch for the back of your helmet. Yes, i said that these tubes were amazingly light, but everything needs balance. As you strengthen your neck, the counter balance will help - also a good spot to store an extra 123 batt, or two...
Function tip - when using the Lo-Sto mount, you need to unscrew a small block, at the lower, aft area of the mount. Five small screws, with tension springs, and a set pin come out (keep them, and the block, in a baggie) this block is for a different mount, but needs to come off, for use with the dovetail of the Katanas (zero issue - can't hurt it).
Use the bungee cords on your helmet! There are two tiny rings on the aft portion of the assembly block, on the goggles. Hook the bungees to these rings. Bungees are cheap, the locking mechanism works good, but goggles are expensive...
Good hunting...
Joe B.Katanas IN STOCK with high specification YH White Phosphor tubes, shipping out immediately and ON SALE for Black Friday/Holiday sales
912.375.1480
912.379.9441
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