AN/PVS-14

AN/PVS-14

The AN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device (MNVD) is in widespread use by US Armed Forces as well as NATO allies around the world. [ [http://www.infrared1.com/PVS_14.html PVS-14D night vision monocular goggle ] ] It uses a third generation image intensifier tube, and is manufactured by Litton Industries as well as the ITT Corporation. It is often used 'hands free' using a head harness or attached to a combat helmet such as the PASGT, Advanced Combat Helmet, or Marine Lightweight Helmet. It can also be used as a weapons night sight. In addition, it was part of the equipment fielded in the US Army's Land Warrior program.

The designation AN/PVS translates to Army/Navy Portable Visual Search, according to Joint Electronics Type Designation System guidelines.

pecifications

*Field of View (Degrees): 40
*Magnification: 1X
*Resolution: 64 lp (typical)
*Brightness Gain: Adjustable from 25 to more than 3000 fL/fL
*Diopter Adjustment: +2 to -6 diopters
*Objective Lens: F/1.2
*Eyepiece Lens: EFL 26 mm
*Focus Range: 25 cm to Infinity
*Voltage Required: 2.7 - 3.0 Volts
*Battery Type: Two AA sizehttp://www.lejeune.usmc.mil/lmt/downloads/Target%20Acquisition%20Systems%20Devices%20_May%202006_.pdf] (although the latest ITT version uses a single AA battery)
*Battery Life: Approx. 50 hrs at room temp.
*Weight w/ batteries: 13.5 oz (380 grams)
*Dimensions: 4.5" (L) x 2" (W) x 2.25" (H)
*Operating Temperature Range (Degrees Celsius):-51 to +49
*Storage Temperature Range (Degrees Celsius):-51 to +85

*NSN: 5855-01-432-0524

References

[http://www.thermal2.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=51&Itemid=65 Thermal2 PVS-14]


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