US NightVision Corporation has a reputation as a leading manufacturer and distributor of the latest and highest quality night vision and tactical equipment that is known world wide. Their dedication to customer service, satisfaction and support is exemplary and sets an extremely high standard for the entire industry. Whether you're looking for body armor, a thermal imaging weapon sight, or a hands-free night vision goggle, USNV has a huge selection for you to choose from.
The PVS-14 is designed for the most demanding of night time applications and the most discerning of users. This NVD features a power-house feature-set that includes a manual variable-gain control that provides the highest quality image at all times, regardless of the lighting conditions. This dual-battery PVS-14 is engineered to operate on two "AA" batteries. A headmount is included for hands-free operation.
This extremely lightweight and versatile night vision monocular can be head-mounted, handheld or camera adapted. The heart of this PVS-14 sports a finely crafted third generation intensifier that resolves 64 lp/mm. Third generation intensifiers feature longer life spans, higher resolution and lower levels of bright light blooming. You can be sure that regardless of the situation, you will have a bright, clear and detailed image.
There are many different variables that affect the distance that one can see with a night vision device, among them the object's size, the level of details being sought from the object and the conditions of observation. Night vision devices detect much further under a full moon and clear skies than they will under a new moon and cloudy skies. Many different formulas are used to determine the statistic of maximum viewing range and this varies by manufacturer, so ultimately the generation of the intensifier tube is much more relevant than any quoted statistic when determining the maximum viewing range.
All night vision devices sold by B&H have mechanisms in place to protect the intensifier tube from a sudden burst of bright light, but this does not mean that bright light doesn't damage the device. No matter what, bright light in any form is not good for the longevity and performance of image intensifier tubes.
While 2nd generation night vision works well in most applications, 3rd generation night vision will out perform it in all situations. With a 3rd generation NVD, your image will be crisper and clearer with a decreased level of bright light blooming. These improvements substantially increase the recognition and detection range of the system.