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U.A.N.V.B.- R "Katana Ruggedized"
Minimalist design machined from 7075-T6 aerospace grade aluminum.
The Ultralight Articulating Night Vision Binocular - Katana Ruggedized (UANVB-R) “Katana Ruggedized” is a articulating binocular housing made of high strength aerospace grade 7075-T6 aluminum. Using advanced multi-axis CNC machining an ultra lightweight and robust design is achieved, including an optimal single piece pod geometry. This binocular includes features such as individual pod stow shutoff, IPD stops, user adjustable pod tension, and low battery indicator. The device is powered on-board by a single CR123A for a continuous runtime of ~25 hours, and equipped with a LEMO port for external power pack use to achieve extensive run time.
- 7075-T6 aluminum construction
- Simple push button on/off design
- Toolless IPD stops included
- External power port (LEMO 00B)
- User adjustable pod tension
- 26+ hours of battery life (CR123A)
- Individual pod on/off when articulated
- Low battery indicator
- Designed to meet and exceed IP68+ and MIL-STD-810H standards
- Lifetime repair or replacement warranty
Full Specs can be found lower on the page.
Every Nocturn Industries housing comes with a lifetime warranty, because we don’t just build durable systems, we stand behind them forever
Lifetime repair or replacement of all housing components no questions asked.
(Does not cover damages to intensifier tubes or lens assemblies)
Compatible with PVS-14 spec optics and 18MM MX-10160 tubes. MX-11769 will function but EGAC pigtail will need to be removed.
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Why the Katana Ruggedized?
Wondering why you should choose the U.A.N.V.B.-R "Katana Ruggedized"?
Lightweight Design
The U.A.N.V.B.- R "Katana Ruggedized" weighs only 460 grams at it lighestest configuartion.
Lifetime Warranty
Our housings are backed with a Lifetime Warranty guarantee.
Durability
Designed to meet and exceed military drop test standards.
Toolless IPD
End users can adjust the Interpupillary Distance (IPD) to the desired setting without tools.
Power Port
The U.A.N.V.B. "Katana" comes standard with a LEMO 00-B 2-pin for external power delivery.
Simple Functionality
No need to worry about gain controls or IR illuminators. The Katana is built with simplicity in mind. Just a single push button for device power.
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Housing Material The primary material the housing is made of.
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Coating The color options available for housing and the coating that is associated with them.
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Housing Weight The weight of the housing only.
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Device Weight Standard Battery weight is included. This weight is measured with standard optics. Weight can vary based on optics and image intensifiers.
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Device Weight Lightweight Battery weight is included. This weight is measured with RPO 3.0 optics. Weight can vary based on optics and image intensifiers.
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Onboard Power The type of battery option(s) that are available for the housing.
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Outboard Power The type of external power port the housing has attached to it.
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Manual Gain Ability for the user to control the brightness of the image, making it clearer in low light by increasing the sensitivity of the device.
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IR Illuminator An IR illuminator is a device that emits invisible infrared light to enhance the performance of night vision equipment in low or no light conditions.
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Individual pod on/off The pods of the night vision housing will turn off automatically when rotated out of the way and turn on when rotated down. This is done individually per side.
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Tube Type Type of image intensifier tubes that are compatible with the housing.
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Low Battery Indicator A red glowing ring will start blinking around the outside edge of the tube when battery life is low.
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