A digital infrared rifle scope is a specialized type of digital rifle scope that incorporates infrared technology to enhance visibility in low-light or no-light conditions. These scopes use an infrared illuminator to project infrared light, which the digital camera within the scope then captures and displays on a digital screen. This allows shooters to see in the dark, providing a significant advantage in night-time hunting, tactical operations, and other activities.
Critical Specifications of Digital Infrared Rifle Scopes
- Infrared Illumination: The strength and range of the infrared illuminator are crucial for effective night vision.
- Resolution: High resolution is important for clear, detailed images, especially in the dark.
- Magnification: As with standard scopes, magnification levels can vary. Some digital infrared scopes offer both optical and digital zoom capabilities.
- Field of View: Wider fields of view are beneficial for scanning large areas, while narrower fields provide more detail on distant targets.
- Refresh Rate: A higher refresh rate ensures smoother imaging, crucial when tracking moving targets.
- Recording Capabilities: Many models can record video or capture still images, useful for documentation or later review.
- Battery Life: Long battery life is essential for extended use, particularly in field conditions.
- Ruggedness: Durability features like water resistance, fog proofing, and shock resistance ensure the scope can withstand harsh environments.
Applications of Digital Infrared Rifle Scopes
Digital infrared rifle scopes are used in a variety of scenarios:
- Night Hunting: Ideal for hunters tracking nocturnal animals.
- Security and Surveillance: Useful in maintaining perimeter security in complete darkness.
- Military Operations: Essential for night-time operations where stealth is required.
- Wildlife Observation: Allows for non-intrusive observation of wildlife activities at night.
How to Select a Digital Infrared Rifle Scope
Choosing the right digital infrared rifle scope involves several considerations:
- Intended Use: Determine what primary activities the scope will be used for—such as hunting, security, or tactical operations—to focus on relevant features.
- Compatibility with Firearm: Make sure the scope fits your rifle’s mounting system and is suitable for its recoil.
- Performance Needs: Consider the environment and the typical range of engagement. This will help decide the necessary specifications for infrared range, resolution, and field of view.
- Ease of Use: Features like user-friendly interfaces, quick start-up times, and simple controls are important for operation under pressure or in dark conditions.
- Budget: Set a realistic budget based on the scope’s features and your specific needs, as high-end models can be quite expensive.
By balancing these factors, you can select a digital infrared rifle scope that meets your specific requirements and enhances your effectiveness in low-light conditions.
The SOTMD digital gun scope is a versatile optical device designed to be compatible with various automatic rifles. It supports ammunition sizes including 7.62mm, 5.8mm, 5.56mm, and 5.45mm, making it adaptable for a range of firearms. The scope is equipped with standard Picatinny rails and dovetail mounts, enhancing its versatility across different rifle models.
Primarily used for the observation and precision aiming of single living targets within a range of 500 meters, this scope is effective both during the day and at night. It features capabilities for image acquisition and transmission around the clock, ensuring operational readiness and effectiveness in diverse lighting conditions. This functionality makes the SOTMD digital gun scope a valuable tool for military, law enforcement, and hunting applications where reliable target engagement is crucial.
Features
- Advanced Image Enhancement Technologies: Utilizes digital filtering, noise reduction, and digital detail enhancement algorithms to deliver superior quality images in low-light conditions.
- 12um Sensor: Features a compact and lightweight sensor for enhanced portability and ease of use in low-light sights.
- Single Knob Operation: Offers straightforward and quick menu navigation through a single knob, minimizing the cognitive load on the user and providing excellent ergonomics.
- Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with multiple firearm types including AK, M16, and G3 series; supports a range of ammunition sizes such as 7.62mm, 5.8mm, 5.56mm, and 5.45mm, with the capability for expansion via the host computer.
- Robust Durability: Designed to be anti-vibration and impact-resistant, it can endure impacts of 300g at 0.8ms and sustain over 10,000 rounds of live ammunition, ensuring reliability under tough conditions.
Specifications
| Item No | SOTMD-1920-78 |
| Detector | |
| Detector resolution | 1920×1200 |
| Pixels | 12μm |
| Wavelength | 360～1100nm,850nm/940nm near-infrared enhancement |
| Optical performance | |
| Sensitivity | 99000mv/Lux.s |
| Focal length | 78mm |
| Field of view | ≥8°×6° |
| Focusing | Manual focusing，10m～+∞ |
| Display | Colored OLED |
| Visibility adjustment | -5～+3 Diopter |
| Image display | |
| Magnify | 2 Times，Picture-in-picture |
| Brightness | 1 to 100 Adjustable |
| Contrast | 1 to 100 Adjustable |
| Power supply | |
| Battery | It can be recharged with one 18650 lithium battery |
| Continuous working hours | ≥8h |
| Interface | |
| Firearm interface | Picatinny |
| Electrical interfaces | PAL analog video, RS232 serial port |
| Environmental adaptability | |
| Storage temperature | -50℃~+60℃ |
| Operating temperature | -40℃~+50℃ |
| Vibration | In the packaging state of the whole machine, the frequency is 5HZ~200HZ~5HZ,the acceleration is 2g, and the three mutually perpendicular directions are scanned once each, and the scanning time is 15min |
| Impact | Half sine wave, acceleration 300g, duration 0.8ms, forward and reverse impact in the direction of the optical axis 10 times |
| Humidity | (95±3%@+35℃)、Rain (1.77mm/min, time 30min) according to the relevant provisions of GJB595.7-88 |
| Ingress protection | The product design meets the requirements of waterproof, anti-corrosion, anti-salt spray, anti-sand and dust, and anti-low pressure |
| Reliability | |
| Service life | ≥10000 Shots |
| Mean Time Between Failure | ≥500h |
| Button Life Test | Switch, key trouble-free operation times≥3000 times |
| Battery reverse protection | There is no distinction between positive and negative electrodes, and both positive and negative can be loaded |
| Physical properties | |
| Dimension | 254mm×106mm×84mm |
| Weight | ≤700g |
Singapore ShapeOptics is a company focused on the research and development, design, production, and sales of products that primarily utilize germanium and other infrared optical materials. Their product range includes infrared lenses, optical dome covers, modules, as well as observation and night vision equipment. The company’s offerings are extensively used across various sectors including military, equipment testing, security, industrial, electrical, automotive, medical, and consumer fields.
