Posted: 7/1/2024 10:48:34 PM EDT
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TNVC x SAFRAN DEFENSE & SPACE, INC. (formerly Optics 1) THERMAL AUGMENTATION DEVICE UPDATE: AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER! Redlands, California— TNVC and Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), formerly Safran Optics 1, are excited to announce the release of the Thermal Augmentation Device (TAD), one of the most exciting new products in the Visual Augmentation Systems space—and available now for Pre-Order exclusively through TNVC! https://tnvc.com/shop/safrandsi-tad-thermal-augmentation-device/ Production units are rolling off the line now with the first commercial deliveries occurring by August! These initial units are available for Pre-Order at an introductory price of $6,500 and available with multiple bracket options, including PVS-14-based optical lens assemblies, the L3Harris BNVD (PVS-31) and GPNVG, and Elbit/EOTECH/Theon AN/PVS-31D (additional options available). TAD is based on the AN/PAS-29B Enhanced Clip-On Thermal Imager (ECOTI), and is a small, lightweight system that clips on to almost any existing Night Vision Goggle system. TAD creates an instant thermal fusion capability without any permanent modification to the device or system by projecting a thermal overlay into the intensified image, providing the user with superior detection, situational awareness and identification capabilities compared to using an I2 or thermal system by itself.   At only 90 grams (including the mounting bracket and internal battery), TAD is smaller and lighter than the AN/PAS-29B ECOTI, while featuring an improved 672 x 544 10 µm uncooled LWIR microbolometer sensor while retaining the ECOTI’s 30o circular field of view (FOV), allowing users to detect moving man-sized signatures at up to 250M depending on conditions. TAD is also backwards compatible with most existing legacy AN/PAS-29A (COTI) and ECOTI mounting brackets.  TAD allows users to upgrade their existing systems to obtain and employ fusion capabilities at a low cost, without needing to purchase and field an entirely new goggle system. While dedicated systems and even systems like the ECOTI offer a tremendous range of capabilities, particularly with ATAK and other Augmented Reality integration capabilities, not all users may need them. TAD offers a “no frills” fusion at 40% less cost, making it ideal for commercial and law enforcement customers who simply want the thermal detection capabilities without needing to use a secondary device like a handheld thermal monocular or having to pay for unused features.  “I2 / Thermal Fusion is becoming THE standard for headborne Visual Augmentation Systems,” notes TNVC COO, Augee Kim. “With devices like the ENVG-B and SBNVG becoming standardized across close combat formations across the DoD, I2 / Thermal Fusion offers a significant edge to users in extreme low light conditions and heavily wooded or shaded areas, including subterranean operations, as we begin to face adversaries with their own night vision capabilities.” TAD, created and manufactured by Safran DSI, is available exclusively at TNVC.com for Pre-Order with commercial deliveries expected to begin by August! https://tnvc.com/shop/safrandsi-tad-thermal-augmentation-device |
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Originally Posted By chase45: So is it wishful thinking that the ecotis might go the way of the coti a handful of years back? I absolutely love my coti but there's no way I would have been able to purchase it until they blew them out for the ecotis The original PAS-29A went down in price because there were no more contracts for them. So, similarly, it's possible to eventually see lower prices with the PAS-29B. Unfortunately it won't be anytime soon though since the USMC SBNVG (PVS-31D) contract uses the 29B, and is not slated for completion until 2028, and even then it's hard to say what could take place after that is complete. |
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Originally Posted By TNVC_Riley: The original PAS-29A went down in price because there were no more contracts for them. So, similarly, it's possible to eventually see lower prices with the PAS-29B. Unfortunately it won't be anytime soon though since the USMC SBNVG (PVS-31D) contract uses the 29B, and is not slated for completion until 2028, and even then it's hard to say what could take place after that is complete. Good point Well the device looks really nice. I hope you guys do well with the preorder |
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Originally Posted By whiteryno: which mount for putting one of these on a Katana-R housing if you can? You will need the PVS-14 bracket. The mounting brackets are based on the objective lens with the exception of the L3H BNVD1531. Although it uses PVS-14 optics, the bracket attaches to the housing, whereas the PVS-14 bracket attaches to the lock ring behind the objective lens. |
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Originally Posted By spork: How much of a performance upgrade should we expect over the PAS-29A? It's a significant increase IMHO. The resolution is much better which aids in recognition/ID and it doesn't have the 29A's rubber band effect. It's a worthwhile upgrade if will be your primary detector staying on your goggle due to the better image, wider FOV, and lighter weight. |
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Originally Posted By TNVC_Will: It's a significant increase IMHO. The resolution is much better which aids in recognition/ID and it doesn't have the 29A's rubber band effect. It's a worthwhile upgrade if will be your primary detector staying on your goggle due to the better image, wider FOV, and lighter weight. Originally Posted By TNVC_Will: Originally Posted By spork: How much of a performance upgrade should we expect over the PAS-29A? It's a significant increase IMHO. The resolution is much better which aids in recognition/ID and it doesn't have the 29A's rubber band effect. It's a worthwhile upgrade if will be your primary detector staying on your goggle due to the better image, wider FOV, and lighter weight. Cool. Is battery life similar? My 29A eats through CR123s fairly quickly. Will battery packs be available for this? |
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Originally Posted By spork: Cool. Is battery life similar? My 29A eats through CR123s fairly quickly. Will battery packs be available for this? Battery life will be similar. We are working on a remote power solution but it's not available yet and I don't have an ETA to provide. |
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Tactical Night Vision Corporation - TNVC, INC.
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Tactical Night Vision Corporation - TNVC, INC.
http://www.tnvc.com
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