[ARCHIVED THREAD] - IR Paint

Posted: 8/24/2013 4:17:00 PM EDT

Does anyone make paintballs with IR paint so that you could tag someone or something and make them or it stand out when viewed by NVG?

Posted: 8/24/2013 4:47:58 PM EDT

[#1]

Never seen any but according to Vic a military unit had a high rate of NV failure. Upon investigation (no doubt ordered by the brass) it seems IR glow sticks can be broken open and dumped on a football. NV football must of been really fun ! Unfortunately, the NOD's didn't fair so well.

Any reflective paint is going to show up like a beacon with IR light. Just look at road signs with your NVG. Ask at the paintball store if you can have some samples of different brands and colors and see what works best. Post what works best here so we all know. If you find a standard brand that works well I am sure it will be tons cheaper than any product designed for NV alone.

Posted: 8/24/2013 7:19:02 PM EDT

[#2]

Glow in the dark paintballs...

They will be very bright when viewed through NODs at night and should do the trick.

David

Posted: 8/25/2013 4:08:26 AM EDT

[#3]

Just had a thought. My daughter has some glow in the dark nail polish. I'd say get some clear and cover what you want. I know it will need light to start it glowing but it does work.

Posted: 8/27/2013 11:09:19 PM EDT

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Glow in the dark paintballs...

They will be very bright when viewed through NODs at night and should do the trick.

David

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That's a great idea!

It would be like shooting tracers at your buddy!

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