OTTO Engineering, 20 Meter Diver Headset, and NoizeBarrier® Range SA Tactical Over-The-Ear Headset

OTTO® 20-METER SINGLE EAR and DUAL EAR DIVER HEADSET

Over-the-Head Headset

The 20-Meter Diver headset is the right choice for water rescues, special operations, maritime security operations, underwater repairs, and more.

With Dual Ear or Single Side Headset, OTTO® offers uncompromising water-resistance solutions that function flawlessly at depths of up to 20 meters in fresh or saltwater.  The specially designed larger, over-the-ear rubber speakers and water-resistant microphone have been tested under extreme conditions to ensure the headset will continue to provide clear communications even after multiple dives to as deep as 20 meters of saltwater. The dual-ear headset includes a hard-wired PTT designed to perform at depths up to 20 meters without self-actuating. It is compatible with multiple radio platforms and ideal for all communications needs where water-resistance is a requirement.

Otto has successfully completed multiple tests for extreme depth and harsh conditions.  The 20-meter test conducted on both the Single Ear and Dual Ear headset repeats a dive to 20 meters for several minutes.

The testing includes repeated dives to 20 meters for several minutes and then returning to the surface.  The test includes a significant temperature differential between the headset and the water to ensure that the headset will not leak from the combination of temperature variation and extreme pressure.  This headset is built and will operate through multiple missions.

Features

    • Large rubber ear cup speakers deliver superb audio communications and block out unwanted noise.
    • Speakers fit through the washable mesh and elastic headband for a precise fit over the ears.
    • Flexible electret boom microphone can be precisely positioned for ideal communications clarity.
    • Washable Velcro® head strap and elastic headband ensure a secure, comfortable fit.
    • Hard-wired, ruggedized push-to-talk (PTT) will function dependably at depth but will not self actuate.
    • Designed to fit under a helmet or cap.

Specifications

    • Immersion tested and fully sealed per IP68 standard: withstands total submersion.
    • Microphone sensitivity rating at 94 dB SPL: -35 dB Typical
    • Cable pull from ear cup, axial: 20 lbs; from the connector, axial: 40 lbs.
    • Operating and storage temperature range: -40° C to +70° C
    • Tested in accordance with MIL-STD-810G standards
    • 3-year warranty

 

NoizeBarrier® Range SA

Tactical Over-The-Ear Headset

The NoizeBarrier® Range SA was originally designed for military use and is the premier headset for true firearm professionals who need advanced hearing protection but without radio communication capability.

Whether you are at an outdoor/indoor range or a tactical shoot house, the NoizeBarrier® Range SA features 360˚ advanced situational awareness and industry-leading hearing protection for any live-fire training activity.

The NoizeBarrier® Range SA combines performance with extreme comfort. The ear seals’ shape was explicitly designed with the best ergonomic principles in mind, allowing the headset to be worn all day without discomfort. The design allows for a smooth shouldering of your firearm, and the headset fits well with safety glasses and other equipment.

OTTO® has collaborated with tactical operators to design and engineer a headset that meets modern firearms user demands. The results are 360˚ advanced situational awareness and industry-leading hearing protection. The crystal-clear audio and precise situational awareness deliver an unparalleled soundscape experience for maximum safety and performance.

Sophisticated technology automatically dampens loud or impulse sounds without clipping or cutting out, while situational awareness microphones amplify normal-level sounds and nearby conversation.

Features :

    • Microphones built into each ear cup amplify barely audible low volume sounds, allowing users to hear the “important noises” and provide accurate sound localization, letting users stay alert and responsive to the surrounding environment.
    • Easy-access controls mounted on the left ear cup adjust the volume to five different levels.
    • Ultra-soft, comfortable Comply™ foam ear cushions form a tight seal around the ears to significantly reduce the effects of unsafe noise levels. Snap off to easily replace in the field when needed.
    • Can be configured to receive radio transmissions from speaker mics and surveillance kits to maintain discreet communication in a tactical environment.
    • Available in Black, Flat Dark Earth, and Olive Drab Green.

Specifications

    • Talk time of 72 hours with 2 AAA batteries. Clarity of situational awareness does not degrade over the entire life of batteries.
    • Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 23dB
    • Compliant to MIL-STD-810G specifications
    • Automatic shutdown after 2 hours of idle time
    • Optimal operation and storage temperature range: -40° C to +71° C
    • USA Country of Origin. TAA, BAA, MIL-STD-810G, and Berry Amendment compliant
    • Meets IP68 standard to withstand full immersion to 1 meter for 31 minutes
    • 1-year warranty

UTS Systems TM Series Shelters

UTS Systems is a U.S. based, veteran-owned company that provides both modular and expeditionary shelters to today’s Military. The shelter systems provide tactical command posts, base camps, hospitals, and CBRN collectively protected shelter systems.

The UTS TM Series shelters are a durable, robust, man-portable system that is the cornerstone of many military deployments.

The TM shelters range in size from the TM18, the smallest unit, at 190 square feet, to the TXL120, the largest unit, at 1,380 square feet.  Each of these systems requires only a minimal team of 2-6 people to set up. None of the shelters require power, special tools, or even a ladder for complete assembly in less than 10 minutes.  Once assembled, the units enable complexing to create structures, including tactical command posts and hospitals.  All of the shelters include pass-through ports/sleeves on end walls with ECU/cable ducts.

The UTS TM Series shelters incorporate a unique external frame design. Combined with the thermal fly, they provide superior thermal resistance for a 26% reduction in energy consumption over similar size shelters, as tested by the U.S. Air Force Research Lab. The system can achieve a 40-degree temperature difference with one 5-ton ECU supplying two 650 square foot shelters.

UTS systems also transport containers, electrical generators and power boxes, integrated LED lights, complexing/connecting equipment, and litter racks.

The UTS TM series shelter systems are a great solution to quickly setting up your team shelter and getting on with the mission.

Switchblade® Modular Pack System

For years, the Department of Defense has been chasing a “Family of Packs”; a single pack adjustable for the wide variation in mission profiles and load carriage requirements.  Catoma® may be one of the first successful manufacturers to tackle the requirement with its Switchblade® Modular Pack System.  One Frame, Any Fit, Any Load, Any Mission is the mantra for Switchblade® Modular Pack Systems.  The sky is the limit for the Switchblade® System. Catoma® has designed systems for 2, 3, and 4 man teams for mortars and munitions while also creating modular components for weapons, communications, and multi-day sustainment.

The patented Switchblade® frameset is at the heart of the Switchblade® Modular Pack System.  The frameset is a combination of the framesheet, shoulder straps, waist belt, and the frame pad.  The framesheet is built of carbon fiber composite but is adjustable vertically and horizontally.  This individually adjusted frameset can lock into a wide assortment of packs, including various team pack kits.

A great example of a team pack system is the M240 3-man team pack system.  The Gunner Pack Kit includes the Frameset and the Assault Pack.  The Assistant Gunner Pack Kit consists of the frameset, Molle Panel, two 300-Round Pouches, Barrel Quiver, Raid Pack, and Hyrdosleeve. In comparison, the Ammo Bearer Pack Kit includes the Frameset, Molle Panel, two 300-Round Pouches, Raid Pack and Hydrosleeve.

Other individual and team kits include 81MM Mortar Packs, 60MM Mortar, Gustaf Pack, Sniper Pack, a small Raid pack at 45L, and the larger Assault Pack at 60L+.  Don’t forget all of these are using the same frameset that is adjusted to fit you.

 

If you need a truly modular pack system that allows for diverse load carry solutions, you have to consider Catoma Switchblade® Modular Pack System and their options!

 

 

Benchmade® Adamas® Family

No matter the mission, specific unit SOP requirements, or knife-type preferences, the Benchmade® has you covered.  The Adamas® family is a performance-driven military grade knife.

 

Shane Sibert designed the Adamas® 375 fixed blade combat knife. The black or FDE finished D2 steel drop point blade has a plain cutting edge and serrations on the spine. The handle is skeletonized with optimally positioned grooves. The Adamas® fixed blade knife also comes with a black injection-molded sheath with secondary locking strap and tension screw for secure storage and custom-tuned deployment.  You can also use 550 paracord to customize the grip or use for added texture and grip circumference.

Adamas® 375 Specs:

Designer: Shane Sibert
Mechanism: Fixed
Action: Fixed Blade
Blade Steel: D2 (60-62 HRC)
Blade Length: 4.20″ (10.67cm)
Blade Thickness: 0.170″ (4.32mm)
Overall Length: 9.03″ (22.94cm)
Handle Thickness: 0.17″ (4.32mm)
Weight: 5.60oz. (158.76g)
Sheath Weight: 1.11oz. (31.47g)

Shane Sibert also designed the Adamas® 275 & 2750. They are the manual (275) and automatic (2750) versions of the Adamas® that features a black finished D2 tool steel blade with the option of a plain edge or partially serrated blade with black or FDE machined G10 handle with lanyard hole and full stainless steel liners. Both folding models allow for easy pocket carry and feature a reversible tip-up pocket clip.

Adamas® 275 &2750 Specs:

Designer: Shane Sibert
Action: Manual-opening
Blade Steel: D2 (60-62 HRC)
Blade Length: 3.82″ (9.70cm)
Blade Thickness: 0.160″ (4.06mm)
Open Length: 8.70″ (22.10cm)
Closed Length: 4.88″ (12.40cm)
Handle Thickness: 0.73″ (18.54mm)
Sheath Weight: 1.50oz. (42.52g)

Manual-opening
Weight: 7.68oz. (217.72g)
Mechanism: AXIS®

Automatic-opening
Weight: 7.54oz. (213.76g)
Mechanism: Auto AXIS®

XGO® Extreme Hot Weather Combat Shirt

XGO® has been a leading provider of tactical high-performance base layer and apparel located in central North Carolina (just a few miles west of Fort Bragg). Since 2005, XGO® has been proudly providing the best next-to-skin base layers to the US military, government services, law enforcement, and first responders.

The XGO® Extreme Hot Weather (EHW) OCP/MultiCam® Combat Shirt is an innovative lightweight, functional jungle/hot weather combat shirt.

The body of the XGO® EHW Combat Shirt incorporates a cutting-edge Flame Retardant (FR) mesh fabric designed to allow for enhanced airflow and increased breathability. This FR mesh utilizes XGO’s Acclimate® Advanced Cooling that is activated by moisture, providing the wearer a cooling sensation of up to 4 degrees.  The treatment of Acclimate® Advanced Cooling makes it ideal for extremely hot or jungle/tropic environments.

The sleeves of the XGO® EHW Combat Shirt are FR Phase 2 OCP/MultiCam® fabric. A knitted fabric that cuts down on weight without sacrificing functionality.  These combat shirts come equipped with zipped sleeve pockets for storage, woven abrasion-resistant elbow reinforcement, Velcro® patches, Acclimate® moisture management, and Ag47® anti-microbial/anti-odor.  The XGO® EHW Combat shirt also has rolled shoulders with flat seams that cut down on friction and irritation, underarm gussets for increased mobility, and added length to ensure the shirt stays tucked in.

Extreme Hot Weather Combat Shirt

FR Body Mesh with added Advanced Cooling

Gear Specs

    • Layer: Next-to-skin (ideal under vest/plate carrier) or Standalone
    • Fit: Athletic/Trim Fit – Men’s Sizing/Fit 
    • Weight: 5.5oz/sq. yd / 155 grams (Sleeves & Body)
    • Fabric:A patented blend of Mesh Modacrylic & FR Rayon
    • Fabric: Sleeves – FR Phase 2
    • Fabric: Body – FR A1R Mesh
    • Sizing: Body Length (Size Large) – 31” / 77 cm
    • Sizing: Sleeve Length (Size Large) – 35 1/2″ / 90 cm
    • Temp Range: Hot to Extremely Hot temps/environments

Features

    • ASTM D6413 Standard – No Melt/No Drip
    • Army OCP/MultiCam®
    • Air Force OCP/MultiCam®
    • Acclimate® Advanced Cooling – Perspiration activated. Refreshing feeling up to 4° degrees
    • Mesh Body – highly breathable with increased airflow
    • MultiCam®Sleeves & Body – UPF (Sun Protection) Rating – 35+
    • MultiCam®Velcro patches (both arms)
    • Accessible zipper storage sleeve pockets (both arms)
    • Stretch woven elbow and forearm patches for added support against elements
    • Ag47®Anti-Microbial Protection
    • Superior Acclimate®Dry Moisture Management
    • Rolled Shoulders and Mesh Under Arm Gussets – Increased Mobility & Breathability
    • Zipper “garage” covers zipper eliminating irritation under the chin when fully zipped
    • Clean Seam®Next-To-Skin Comfort, Extra Length (Body), Durable, Breathable & Won’t Shrink
    • 100% USA Made
    • Berry Compliant

The XVL2 Pistol and Carbine Light and Laser Module

The XVL2 isn’t just another weapon light; it is a unique pistol and carbine light and laser module system.  The XVL2 weapon light hit the streets and battlefields at the request of our nation’s finest military and law enforcement service members.  SureFire® has developed this extremely versatile lightweight dual led white light with an infrared illuminator.  It can mount on a pistol or carbine rifle and attaches securely to both Universal and Picatinny accessory rails. Additionally, the XVL2 comes equipped with built-in co-aligned green and infrared lasers.

 

One of the key attributes built into the XVL2 is the high output Max Vision Beam™ of 400-lumens.  The light has a peak beam intensity of 820 candelas out to 54 meters in the face of the adversary!  Another handy gunfighter feature is the integral ambidextrous momentary and constant-on tail cap switch conveniently located for index finger access.  The body of the XVL2 is constructed of mil-spec hard-anodized aluminum and allows battery (123A lithium) changes without removal or re-zeroing of the system.

 

Your unit or agency can equip the XVL2 with a remote pressure switch.  The Remote Switch Pistol, RSP, and Remote Switch Rifle, RSR, offer additional options to activate the light with finger pressure without moving a finger from the grip.

 

The SureFire® name has always developed and delivered top-notch weapon lights and lasers, but they have perfected this accessory.  The XVL2 pistol & carbine light and laser module system is a must.  Every warrior out there should possess one of these.

CQB Stocks Designed for Confined Spaces

By now, many of you are aware of Maxim Defense™ and its offerings.  Maxim Defense™ is a non-traditional U.S. based firearms development company centered on producing better, lighter, and more reliable firearms and accessories that exceed in today’s most extreme environments. Headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, Maxim Defense™ provides research and development and manufacturing superiority for U.S. and NATO military forces, government agencies, and homeland first responders.

 

Depending on your mission or operating environment, Maxim Defense™ has something that can increase your lethality.  They are most well known for their CQB stocks; these stocks are great for operating in confined spaces or limited storage space.  They provide you with the ability to deploy or manipulate your weapon quicker and get on target faster.

 

 

The Gen 6 series stocks are shorter in their collapsed position and extend to standard full-length stock and buffer tube.  The Gen 6 stock has no buttons to push and can be extended by simply pulling the stock.  The buffer tube housing incorporates two quick detach sling swivel locations.

 

The Gen 7 version has the same length of pull and operation as the Gen 6.  But the Gen 7 has a more streamlined design that removes the right and left side quick detach sling swivel locations and incorporates a single ambidextrous quick detach sling swivel location.

 

Most of their compact stocks will require proprietary buffers and buffer springs and even the bolt with some models.

 

However, their Combat Carbine Stock or CCS will work with even your MIL-STD buffer and buffer springs and net you about an inch of length savings.  The main point is if you need a stock that’s easily deployable, that will allow you to work or carry in confined space, be sure to take a look at Maxim Defense’s line of stocks.

 

Maxim Defense™ also makes full up compact weapon systems, many of which operate the same as any standard AR platform in a few different calibers from 5.56, 300 BLK, and even 7.62 x 39.  They also make handguards, rails, and rail covers that are top-notch along with their parts and accessories like their popular HATEBRAKE.  Ultimately, Maxim Defense™ is a “must look” to determine what will work for you and your mission requirements.

Princeton Tec® – Adaptable Lights For The Military

Since 1975, Princeton Tec® has innovated and developed products for everyone from the professional to the outdoor sports enthusiasts. It all started in Princeton, New Jersey, by Bill Stephens, an engineer by day and an entrepreneur by night running his own dive shop.

When Bill’s day job tried to relocate him to Indianapolis, far away from the Atlantic Ocean where he loved to dive, Bill quit and doubled down manufacturing the industry’s first automatic dive timer. This dive timer was the beginning of Princeton Tec.

Over the years, scuba lights began to take over the product line up. Over time, Princeton Tec expanded its lighting solutions to fit the needs of more than just divers. To this day, Princeton Tec is a family-owned and family-run business that develops and manufactures personal lighting systems for military/law enforcement/first responders, industrial, outdoor enthusiasts, and scuba professionals. Princeton Tec® operates its machine shop and injection molding facilities. Most importantly, they have remained an American manufacturer and local employer since the beginning.

Princeton Tec’s tactical illumination line-up is one of the most versatile and innovative in the industry. The solutions engineered provide the right amount of light exactly where you need it, regardless of the mission.

 

 

MODULAR PERSONAL LIGHTING SYSTEM (MPLS)

MPLS tactical lights provide hands-free personal task lighting in a versatile, streamlined, and straightforward format. The mount placements are customizable to your setup while keeping overall gear weight to a minimum.

 

MPLS HEADLAMPS – UNMATCHED BRIGHTNESS TO ACCOMPLISH ANY MISSION.


When your mission requires more power than a task light, the MPLS headlamp system is your solution. Using different LED styles and formations, choose from the Princeton Tec® line of durable headlamps to accomplish your tasks. From a 150-lumen spot beam to a four-LED area light, there’s a light for every need and situation.

VIZZ® Tactical

VIZZ® II

Quad® Tactical

Remix® Pro

EOS®

 

 

 

MPLS HELMET LIGHTS – DESIGNED FOR ADAPTABILITY

The MPLS helmet light fits wherever you have one of their various mounts. The MPLS helmet lights are fast and effective and can be taken off your helmet and attached to any piece of gear with MOLLE webbing, a gear strap, or headstrap in a matter of seconds. This line of lights also boasts multiple specialty color LEDs available in a variety of clusters.

Charge® Pro

Charge®

Switch®

Point®

LANTERNS

With a collapsible globe, folding legs, and multiple hanging and aiming options, the Helix® lantern series is incredibly adaptable. Each model is easy to use and water-resistant to IPX6 standards. Choose from 150 to 250 lumens with long burn times and a uniquely intuitive control surface.

Helix® Backcountry

MARKER LIGHTS

The Princeton Tec® emergency Meridian® and Aqua® are strobe/beacon lights visible for over a mile. These essential lights will withstand the rigors of any mission or condition. The IPX8 waterproof rating lets you get to work and stay bright through even the most demanding conditions.

Meridian® Strobe/Beacon

Meridian® Strobe/Constant

Aqua® Strobe LED

Prater Precision and The Sniper Data Board

While precision rifle shooting, have you ever forgotten your holdovers from having a big target array? Or from having a target center way out in the distance?  If you answered “YES” to either of these questions, the Prater Precision “The Sniper Data Board” is perfect for you!

A U.S. Special Operations Veteran designed The Sniper Data Board to access ballistic reference sheets or ballistic computers without disrupting the shooting position or allowing the target to leave the field of view. With a clear protective case, the shooter can make corrections with a grease pencil, plot out targets, and set DOPE in the desired chart. Additionally, this device helps the shooter quickly move from target to target without coming off the gun to look at the next shot’s hold.

The Sniper Data Board allows quick reference to your data for multiple distance engagements. The Sniper Data Board is a collapsible, lightweight solution that utilizes a standard Picatinny rail to display on either side of the weapon. The Sniper Data Board Data Card Holder is available in MultiCam® and Tan. The components are precision machined from 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum and protected by Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodizing.  The Sniper Data Boards are manufactured and assembled in the United States with all Berry Compliant materials.

Covert Threads – Perfect for Tactical Missions

Covert Threads New WOOL BEAST Socks are perfect for tactical missions varying from extremely hot to extremely cold climates. Rich USA Merino Wool yarn provides proper moisture movement to keep feet dry while providing warmth for cold climates and a cooling effect in hot climates. Merino Wool naturally battles bacteria helping to eliminate foot odor and aids in the prevention of blisters. Covert Threads products are entirely and proudly made in North Carolina, USA.

 

Covert Threads offers both regular weight and heavyweight versions of the Wool Beast sock. The regular weight Wool Beast sock comes in OTC (Over the Calf), Crew, and Mini-crew. The heavyweight Wool Beast sock is available in OTC only.

 

Covert Threads Heavy Weight Wool Beast

Heavy Weight Wool Beast Over the Calf Sock

 

Heavy Weight Wool Beast Construction Materials

  • 74% Natural USA Merino Wool:
    • Naturally Flame Resistant
    • Wicks Moisture
    • Keeps feet dry and comfortable
    • Reduces blisters
    • Reduces heat in boot/shoe
  • 5% Polypropylene & 19% Nylon:
    • Transfers moisture
    • Reduces friction
    • Keeps feet cooler
    • Adds durability
  • 2% Spandex Lycra®:
    • Comfortable form-fitting sock
    • Three-dimensional all-day support
    • No bunching or wrinkles

 

Heavy Wool Beast OTC Sock Features:

Stay-up Over-The-Calf top with hugging support all-day

High-volume cushioning for maximum insulation

Reinforced Achilles protected by Nylon & Polypropylene

Dense wool cushion in high strike zones (heel pad and toe) to relieve high impact use.

Special Super-Washed Merino Wool fights friction & hot spots & aids in the prevention of blisters.

Silver Lining® helps prevent foot odor & battle bacteria.

Built-in Arch Support made for the long haul.

A special Deep Heel for a better fit to the contour of the ankle

An instep Flex-Zone built to prevent bunching of the sock.

Breathable mesh promotes moisture to escape and is a fast-wicking, quick-drying sock.

 

 Covert Threads Regular Weight Wool Beast

Wool Beast Over the Calf (OTC) and Crew Style in Tan Color

 

Wool Beast Construction Materials

  • 48% Natural USA Merino Wool:
    • Naturally Flame Resistant
    • Wicks Moisture
    • Keeps feet dry and comfortable
    • Reduces blisters
    • Reduces heat in boot/shoe
  • 10% Nano-Glide® & 39% Nylon:
    • Reduces friction
    • Keeps feet cooler
    • Adds more durability
  • 3% Spandex Lycra®:
    • Comfortable form fit
    • Three-dimensional all-day support
    • No bunching or wrinkles

 

Wool Beast Sock Features:    Stay-up Over-The-Calf top with hugging support all-day.

Cushioned around the ankle.

Reinforced Achilles protected by Nano-Glide®.

Dense wool cushion in high strike zones (heel pad and toe) to relieve high impact use.

Special super washed Merino wool fights friction and hot spots and aids in the prevention of blisters.

Silver Lining™ helps prevent foot odor & battle bacteria.

Built-in arch support made for the long haul.

Special “Y” heel for a better fit that contours to the foot.

Wool Beast comes with an instep Flexzone built to prevent bunching of the sock.

A breathable mesh that promotes cooling effects and is a fast moisture wicking & quick drying sock.

 

Covert Threads Desert Sock

Covert Threads Desert socks in Coyote Brown

Contents: 44% Wicking Acrylic / 28% Wool / 19% Nylon / 2 % Polyester / 5% Lycra® Spandex/ 2% Silver Lining™

Covert Thread DESERT Military Boot Sock – Acrylic and wool blend wicks moisture to keep feet dry & cool.  Silver Lining™ battles bacteria, helping eliminate foot odor and aids in the prevention of blisters.

Construction:

Made with Silver Lining™ in heel and toe helps fight foot fungus and prevent infections.

The material is absorbent Acrylic that helps keep feet dry all day.

Stay-up top with hugging all-day support.

Thick wool cushion heel pad and toe for relief of high impact.

Special wool fights friction and hot spots and helps to prevent blisters.

Includes built-in arch support made for the long haul.

Special “Y” heel designed for a better fit to the contour of the foot.

Instep Flexzone to prevent bunching of the sock.

 

Covert Threads ICE Sock

Covert Threads ICE Socks in Coyote Brown

Content:   48% Wicking Acrylic, 35% Wool, 12% Durable Nylon, 3% Spandex Lycra, 2% Nano Smart Silver® technology

Covert Threads ICE extreme cold weather incorporates a heavyweight sculpted cushioned military boot sock for moderate to extreme cold climates. Wool & Acrylic blend keeps feet dry and comfortable for the long haul.

The ventilated mesh helps moisture to escape and aid in keeping feet dry.  Built-in arch support made for the long haul and a sculpted heel & toe cushion engineered to absorb high impact. Silver Lining™ in entire garments fights foot fungus and helps prevent infections. Silver aids in the storage and distribution of thermal energy evenly and efficiently.

 

Covert Threads Jungle Sock

Covert Threads Desert Socks in Coyote Brown

Content: 75% Moisture Repelling Polypropylene, 23% Durable Nylon, 2% Spandex Lycra

Covert Threads JUNGLE Quick-Dry Silver Lining™ sock offers minimal weight with high durability. Special Moisture Drop Zone™ provides an avenue for moisture to escape the bottom of the footbed. Moisture repelling material moves moisture away and dries quickly, keeping feet cool & comfortable. Silver Lining™ helps fight foot fungus & odor.

Covert Threads Jungle Sock  features:

  • Moisture Drop Zone™ allows the sock to dump moisture quickly.
  • Material is made to repel moisture
  • Silver Lining™ aids in battling bacteria
  • Low volume with extreme breathability
  • Dries within 2 hours when hung over a pack in the sun

CTRL® MS1 powered by e-Tint®

When you need ballistic eye protection, there are plenty of options.

But when you need ballistic eye protection with electronic transition capabilities, the CTRL MS1 sets the standard.

The CTRL® MS1 eyewear powered by e-Tint® is the only Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) approved military ballistic eye protection on the market with on-demand electronic tint.  CTRL® Eyewear allows fast movement in and out of light without the need to change lenses or take hands off your weapon.

The MS1 includes both manual and automatic modes and has custom adjustable light-sensitive settings.   CTRL® products also meet or exceed all other APEL parameters, including impact-resistance, durability,  ballistics, and optics.  The MS1 lenses are anti-fogging, 100% UV blocking, and include fail-safe features that turn the lens clear in the event of power loss.

The CTRL® MS1 satisfies multiple demands during performance, including safety, control, and convenience.  The patented, award-winning liquid crystal e-Tint® technology enables the user to change from light to dark tint in less than 1/10th of a second.

  • Authorized Protective Eyewear List (APEL) approved
  • Exceeds U.S. Military eyewear ballistic impact resistance requirements (MIL-PRF-32432A)
  • Matte black frame and smoke lens
  • Instant electronic tint change in < 0.1 of a second
  • Sleek open-face frame design
  • Hands-free (Auto) mode
  • USB-rechargeable
  • Adjustable fit to maximize comfort
  • Fail-safe to clear
  • Prescription mount available

Specifications:

SIZE:
Regular Lens, Base 7.5

LIGHT TRANSMISSION:
≥ 61% to ≤ 18% (smoke lens)

OPTICS:
MIL-PRF-32432A

LIGHT SENSOR:
Silicon Photodiode

WEIGHT:
~1.6 oz. / ~45 grams

FRAME MATERIAL:
High Impact Nylon TR90

LENS MATERIAL:
Polycarbonate

BATTERY TYPE:
Lithium Polymer (with charge protection)
USB Rechargeable, 50 mAh, 3.7 V

BATTERY LIFE:
500 charge cycles (retain 80% + capacity)
Usage time: > 70 hrs. (typical usage ON 8 hrs. per day)
Charge time: up to 2 hrs. (from a fully depleted battery)Storage time: Average of 3 weeks

OPERATING TEMP:
Operating: -10° to 45°C (14° to 113°F)
Charging: 0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F)

STORAGE TEMP:
-10° to 45°C (14° to 113°F)

 

 

Product Description

SPEEDWhen seconds count, your Eyewear should enable you to react instantly. In any environment, walking into a darkened building or stepping into the glaring sun, the CTRL® MS1 adjusts faster than any other eyewear on the market. Switch the tint manually utilizing the on/off power button.  Or go hands-free and switch automatically in less than 1/10th of a second.

CONTROL: Tinting that responds to your command. The CTRL® MS1 can operate with a simple press of a button or in the hands-free mode that you can adjust to your preference. With a built-in light sensor that you can program to your exact needs, this Eyewear is the next-gen solution for today’s warriors.

SAFETY:  When focus is mission-critical, CTRL® MS1 is in your corner. The split-second tint change in hands-free mode leaves you free to concentrate on what matters when entering buildings, tunnels, or any shadowed area. When your Eyewear actively adapts to changing light conditions, there is no need to lift your Eyewear or mechanically shift the lens, leaving your eyes unprotected in dangerous, fast-paced situations.

The Eyewear is built to survive stringent U.S. ballistic impact requirements and has been impact tested to ANSI z87.1 for use in military and tactical operations. The high-quality optics of the lens meets MIL-PRF-32432A standards, in addition to anti-fog and 100% UV blocking. Equipped with a fail-safe mechanism to ensure your safety – in the event of a loss of power, the lens will automatically go clear.

CUSTOMIZE: CTRL® MS1 utilizes several versatile features that allow you to enhance your experience. The Eyewear includes adjustable nose pads and temple arms to allow for a comfortable and customized fit. The hands-free (auto) mode will enable you to tailor the point at which it tints to adapt to your specific needs and can be reset anytime your needs change in only a few seconds. Both the e-Tint® and clear lens are interchangeable, giving you greater flexibility.  Furthermore, a prescription lens mount is available to enhance your sight even further!

KIT CONTENTS:

  • Matte Black Frame and Nose Piece
  • Smoke e-Tint® lens
  • Clear Lens
  • Hard Case with Belt Clip
  • Micro-USB Cord
  • Microfiber Carrying/Cleaning Bag
  • Retaining Head Strap
  • e-Tint® Charger Pack
  • Anti-fog Solution
  • UPLC Compatible Nosepiece
  • Quick Start Guide & Owner’s Manual

 

Performance Base Layers

When it comes to completing tasks at hand, clothing choices directly impact that work’s quality and efficiency. What was once considered a simple matter of comfort is now understood that properly layered clothing systems affect performance. Modern base layers are multi-faceted performance garments that lay the foundation for a clothing system, and the folks at Massif® have set the bar high. Their base layer collection keeps the wearer comfortable and dry and protects from heat and flame exposure.

Cool Knit®– Lightweight

The perfect base layer, Cool Knit®, aggressively wicks sweat away from your skin, keeping you cool and preventing saturation. The lightweight four-way stretch retains its shape over time and is highly compressible for easy stuffing when you’re living out of a pack. Constructed with DuPont™ Nomex® brand fiber – the first flame-resistant fiber selected for use in military uniforms. DuPont™ Nomex® fibers carbonize and thicken when exposed to the intense heat of a flash fire, creating a protective barrier that reduces or prevents burn injuries. The Cool Knit is so soft and comfortable that you’ll forget it is Flame Resistant (FR).

Nitro Knit – Lightweight

The Massif® Nitro Knit base layer with 37.5™ technology offers no-melt, no-drip protection for day-to-day activity. The extremely lightweight and breathable fabric works with body heat to dissipate moisture keeping you dry and comfortable. These next-to-skin base layers have a performance fit and multi-dimensional stretch for ease of movement and layering.

Protective Combat Uniform (PCU) – Lightweight and Midweight

The PCU is the moisture-wicking, next-to-skin layer in the complete PCU survival system. Developed for USSOCOM, Massif® utilizes Polartec® Power Dry® to provide superior wicking action, an ergonomic design for exceptional fit, smart seam integration to eliminate pressure points from stacked seams, high breathability, quick-drying, and comfortable next-to-skin. You’ll want this Non-FR layer in your kit.

Inversion – Lightweight and Midweight

One-touch and you’ll be sold. A few cycles of wear, and you’ll be touting your new favorite base layer. The Massif® Inversion base layers utilize an advanced tri-blend yarn system that provides unparalleled performance across multiple environments. This unique blend plus the addition of spandex generates an improved range of motion, superior comfort, and remarkable recovery for after-wash durability with no unsightly “bag outs.” Sweat is rapidly wicked away from your body through a premier moisture-management system scientifically engineered for fast dry times. This moisture-management system results in a highly breathable garment that allows you to focus on your mission.

HotJohns® – Midweight

The HotJohns® base layer is a versatile piece worn next to skin or over a Massif® Cool Knit® layer. The design is streamlined for easy layering and is highly breathable, wicking moisture away from the skin, keeping you warm and dry even when you’re working up a sweat. Extra length in the back keeps the torso tucked in without excess bunching. Constructed with DuPont™ Nomex® brand fiber, HotJohns® will be a favorite in your layering system.

Flamestretch®– Heavyweight

Massif’s warmest base layer incorporating DuPont™ Nomex® brand fiber is an insulating layer worn over Cool Knit® and HotJohns® garments. Flamestretch® fabric is highly breathable while trapping heat to keep you warm and comfortable. When operating in cold conditions, these ultra-soft and incredibly comfortable garments are the ideal choices.

Magpul® Back-Up Sights (MBUS®) Pro

When situations arise and a shooter’s primary rifle optic malfunctions, gets damaged, or loses battery power, it could become a life or death situation. However, running Magpul® MBUS® Pro sights as a back-up will keep the shooter in the fight and confident in their weapon. The shooter can quickly reengage offensively when resorting back to old school standard iron sights. However, the MBUS® Pro front and rear sight combination are superior to traditional iron sights.

 

The MBUS® (Magpul® Back-Up Sight) Pro is a corrosion-resistant all-steel sighting solution that delivers maximum functionality and strength and mounts to a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny or STANAG 4694 rail with minimum bulk. The sleek combo has positive detents that keep the MBUS® Pro Front and Rear at standard M4/M16 height when deployed.  The MBUS® Pro has a small footprint on the rail while offering a very low profile, even compared to its Gen 2 Polymer MAGPUL® brother.

 

The user can mount the MBUS® Pro sight to a gas block without melting or deforming due to the all-steel construction.  The sights have a narrow base to make them compatible with most IR aiming laser and light installations for the professional user. Additionally, the elevation adjustment knob & windage knob can be turned by hand and require no tools to manipulate. The rectangular front sight post also has a selectable Standard & Match option.

 

Another MBUS® option is the Pro Offset Sights. These come in handy when the primary optic malfunctions or gets damaged. This 45-degree angle provides the shooter with an accurate iron sighting solution.

The REAR sight, with its sleek low profile, has sturdy positive detents in both up & down positions. In either mode, the desired position remains with no likelihood of slipping. However, making adjustments by hand takes a fair amount of finger strength. The MBUS® Pro Front & Rear combo weighs in at 3.3oz with hardware. The MBUS® Pro set up can be bought either in individual components or as a set.

 

No Compromise DeltaPoint Pro

Leupold DeltaPoint Pro

 

Leupold has heard the demand from law enforcement and military units, and in 2020 they released the DeltaPoint Pro NV and DeltaPoint Pro in Flat Dark Earth (FDE).

The DeltaPoint Pro is proof that you don’t have to compromise performance, even on a small sight. It has an incredibly wide field-of-view and crystal-clear glass, while its rugged aluminum housing and spring steel guard ensure it will perform in the harshest conditions. Ease-of-use was also a focus when designing this elite red dot sight.  It has an easy-access battery compartment on top and click-adjustments for more precision. And this isn’t just a pistol sight either; the DP Pro is an excellent option as a backup sight on rifles, shotguns, 40MM less lethal, and just about anything that needs a quick, clear aiming point.

 

Key Features of the DeltaPoint Pro

 

Leupold® – DeltaPoint® Pro Reflex Sight

The DeltaPoint Pro uses the Leupold Twilight Max Red Dot System.  The DP Pro has 1 MOA slotted click adjustments that positively hold zero.  The sight has both push-button on/off and Motion Sensor Technology (MST) to extend battery life.  Battery changes are easy and tool-less with the quick-change battery compartment. All DeltaPoint Pro sights can utilize the optional integrated rear dovetail sights.

All models of DeltaPoint’s are Waterproof, Fogproof, and Guaranteed for life.

 

The DeltaPoint Pro NV

Leupold® – DeltaPoint® Pro Night Vision

The night vision model has all of the key features as the standard day versions but features two night vision compatible settings.

The DeltaPoint Pro NV Red Dot Sight has ten illumination settings, increasing luminosity from night vision (level 1 and level 2) to daytime brightest (level 3 to level 10).  Illumination settings are restored upon activation, even when the battery required replacement.

 

The U.S. Marshals Service selected the DeltaPoint Pro as the optic for their duty firearms.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SureFire® SOCOM Adapters

SOCOM 3-PRONG FLASH HIDER

 

The advanced SureFire® SF3P three-prong flash hiders deliver superior performance with a patented design that significantly reduces muzzle flash — typically more than 99%. The SF3P is available for use with a variety of rifle calibers and muzzle thread specs. They are precision machined from U.S. mill-certified heat-treated stainless steel bar stock and DLC coated to resist erosion for consistently high performance. SF3P flash hiders feature robust tines built to withstand the rigors of combat. Every SF3P is carefully inspected for concentricity and alignment, ensuring a rock-solid mounting surface for SureFire® SOCOM Series Fast-Attach® suppressors.

When used in conjunction with a SureFire® SOCOM Series suppressor, the patent-pending design of the SF3P-556-1/2-28 provides multiple bearing surfaces to ensure superior suppressor alignment to prevent the audible ringing of tines inside the suppressor. A rear labyrinth seal minimizes potential carbon buildup in the indexing system and facilitates suppressor removal after extended firing.

FITS: M4, M16 and variants
Patent-pending design provides more than a 99% reduction in flash

MOUNTS: All SureFire® SOCOM Series 5.56mm /.223 caliber sound suppressors

Multiple bearing surfaces provide superior suppressor alignment and prevent ringing of tines inside the suppressor

Made from U.S. mill-certified, heat-treated stainless steel that is highly resistant to corrosion and gas/particle erosion

High-precision single-point cut barrel threads create optimum thread interface

Inspected for all critical dimensions, including concentricity and alignment

LENGTH 2.6 in (6.6 cm)

WEIGHT 3.9 oz (110.5 g)

 

 

WARCOMP FLASH HIDER

Flash hider? Muzzle brake? The SureFire® WARCOMP proprietary design provides the best attributes of both devices. The WARCOMP delivers superior flash reduction and significantly reduces muzzle rise, helping to conceal your location, preserve your dark-adapted vision, and keep you on target for faster follow-up shots. They effectively eliminate more than 98% of all muzzle flash, even on short-barreled rifles. Their port direction is modifiable for virtually any shooting style. Precision machined from U.S. mill-certified, heat-treated stainless steel bar stock; every WARCOMP includes high-precision single-point cut barrel threads for optimum thread interface. DLC coating provides maximum protection under harsh environmental conditions and facilitates cleaning even after extreme use. A SureFire® WARCOMP is the best suppressor adapter in the world.

When used in conjunction with a SureFire® SOCOM Series Fast-Attach® suppressor, the WARCOMP provides multiple bearing surfaces to ensure superior suppressor alignment and prevent any ringing of tines inside the suppressor. A rear labyrinth seal mitigates gas leaking from the back of a suppressor, minimizes potential carbon buildup in the indexing system, and facilitates suppressor removal after extended firing. Every SureFire® WARCOMP is individually inspected for concentricity and alignment.
For rock-solid mounting of a SOCOM Series suppressor, unparalleled flash reduction, and minimizing muzzle rise, there’s nothing like a SureFire® WARCOMP—the world’s most shootable flash hider.
FITS: M4, M16 and variants with ½-28 muzzle threads
For the WARCOMP model fitting 7.62 mm (.308 caliber) rifles with 5/8-24 muzzle threads, see WARCOMP 762.
MOUNTS: All SureFire® SOCOM Series 5.56mm /.223 caliber sound suppressors

The world’s most shootable flash hider design

Patent-pending design provides more than 98% flash elimination; virtually eliminates muzzle rise

Precision-machined and DLC coated for high performance and long service life

Serves as a rock-solid mounting adapter for SureFire® SOCOM suppressors

Multiple bearing surfaces provide suppressor alignment and prevent tines from ringing inside the suppressor

Patent-pending design provides more than 98% flash elimination; virtually eliminates muzzle rise

LENGTH              2.7 inches (6.8 cm)

WEIGHT             3.8 ounces (107.7 g)

 

 

 

 

 

WARCOMP CLOSED-TINE FLASH HIDER

SureFire® also offers a closed tine WARCOMP with similar design characteristics of a traditional birdcage flash hider.  The SureFire® WARCOMP-556-CTN significantly reduces muzzle flash with every shot fired and helps reduce muzzle rise for easier target tracking and faster follow-up shots. Neutrally ported to aid in recoil management, it mimics a traditional birdcage flash hider while providing a rock-solid mounting option for SOCOM Series Fast-Attach® suppressors. Wrench flats machined into the sides of the adapter allow for easier installation. The WARCOMP-556-CTN delivers the performance and durability you can trust.

  • A closed-tine WARCOMP with legendary SureFire® performance and durability
  • Reduces muzzle flash and muzzle rise
  • A rock-solid mount for SureFire® SOCOM Fast-Attach® suppressors
  • CNC-machined to precisely align suppressor with the bore of the host weapon
  • Made from U.S. mill-certified, heat-treated stainless steel that is highly resistant to corrosion and gas/particle erosion
  • DLC coating provides maximum protection against harsh environmental conditions and facilitates cleaning after extreme use
  • High-precision single-point cut barrel threads for optimum thread interface; fits 1/2-28 threaded barrels

LENGTH

2.4 in (6.0 cm)

WEIGHT

2.7 oz (76.5 g)

 

 

SOCOM MUZZLE BRAKE

  • The most advanced muzzle brake available
  • Proprietary Impulse Diffusion design minimizes side and rear blast

SureFire® SFMB muzzle brake suppressor adapters significantly reduce both recoil impulse and muzzle rise so that your weapon tracks straight back, keeping you on target for faster shot-to-shot recovery. Our proprietary Impulse Diffusion design minimizes side blast and rear-directed concussion effects. Precision machined from U.S. mill-certified heat-treated stainless steel bar stock and DLC coated for extreme durability, they are available for various weapon calibers and muzzle thread specs, and every SFMB serves as a rock-solid mounting adapter for the SureFire® combat-proven SOCOM Series Fast-Attach® suppressors. The SFMB design incorporates multiple bearing surfaces to ensure superior suppressor alignment. Blind pilot holes at the 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock positions enable fine-tuning of recoil characteristics for individual shooting styles or ammunition characteristics. Blind pilot holes at the 6 o’clock position allow indexing the adapter at the bottom dead center. All that’s required is a basic hand drill and appropriate drill bits.

  • Offset porting delivers significantly reduced recoil impulse and muzzle rise, so the weapon tracks straight back to keep you on target for faster shot-to-shot recovery
  • Multiple bearing surfaces for superior suppressor alignment
  • Precision machined from U.S. mill-certified heat-treated stainless steel bar stock

LENGTH

2.6 in (6.6 cm)

WEIGHT

3.9 oz (110.5 g)

 

 

SFCT CLOSED-TINE FLASH HIDER

 

  • A high-performance closed-tine flash hider that is easy to install
  • Highly resistant to gas and particle erosion
  • Multiple bearing surfaces for accurate suppressor alignment

SureFire® adapters serve as rock-solid, precision mounting platforms for SureFire® SOCOM Fast-Attach® Suppressors, and can serve as a standalone muzzle device. The SFCT-556-1/2-28 closed-tine adapter closely represents a traditional birdcage flash hider, with wrench flats for easy installation. Like other SureFire® SOCOM muzzle devices, this adapter is precision machined from heat-treated stainless steel, highly resistant to gas and particle erosion. Additionally, these adapters utilize multiple bearing surfaces to ensure proper suppressor alignment every time.

 

  • CNC-machined to precisely align suppressor with the bore of the host weapon
  • Made from heat-treated stainless steel that is highly resistant to corrosion and gas/particle erosion
  • Durable construction for long service life
  • Proudly designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

LENGTH

2.3 in (5.8 cm)

WEIGHT

2.6 oz (73.7 g)

 

 

 

LiteFighter® Sheltering Systems

 

With the total number of confirmed Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases exceeding more than 26 million people globally, our warfighters’ safety now extends well beyond the battlefield. To combat the further spread of COVID-19 and meet the social needs of tactical distancing, LiteFighter® Systems, LLC (www.litefighter.com) has deployed over 45,000 LiteFighter 1 tents this year to date.

 

The LiteFighter 1 is a unique, lightweight, multi-season, individual shelter system that can be used both on the ground as a waterproof tent and on a standard-issue US military cot as a bug-proof bed net.

Since its inception, they have provided more than 350,000 warfighters with the best one-person tent available for CONUS Field Training, Emergency Response Missions, and deployed to multiple hot spots worldwide.

With eight possible configurations, the LiteFighter 1 is the most versatile single person tent on the market. This 3-season army tent is deployable on the ground, as a lightweight, back-packable, freestanding tactical tent (with or without a rainfly). You can also attach it to any standard-issue military cot for a secured bug-proof bed net and attach the rainfly onto the cot mounted system for additional privacy and protection. There is an optional waterproof groundsheet to add to the system for even greater wear resistance and durability. If you want a minimal configuration, the LiteFighter 1 sets up quickly as an ultra-lightweight Hasty Hooch™. To create a freestanding scout hide-site, add your camouflage netting to the hasty hooch configuration.

 

The LiteFighter 1 sets up quickly and easily. Here’s a demonstration:

 

LiteFighter® has developed a windbreaker attachment that can easily be placed on the inner tent to convert the 3-season military tent into a 4-season shelter for cold/windy conditions. The windbreaker can easily be taken off in warmer climates to reduce the weight and allow for more breathability. The inner tent tub floor and rainfly cover materials are all polyurethane coated; every seam has been carefully sealed with seam tape to make the system completely waterproof.

 

The double-walled ventilation allows maximum tent airflow and reduces condensation build-up. Dual extra-large rainfly vestibules allow for maximum gear storage and easy access into the tent. This LiteFighter 1 tent offers a simple 3-step assembly/disassembly procedure and packs easily into military rucksacks or 3-day assault packs.

 

LiteFighter® is staying on the leading edge of innovation by replacing the traditional aluminum pole sets with the new “Ghost Bone” ballistic fiber poles, spider hub, and all-weather shock cord. The new Ghost Bone ballistic fiber poles are lighter, stronger, more flexible, and more wind resistant. Watch how the LiteFigher 1 did against Category 1 hurricane-force winds. Seriously, you’ve got to watch this!

 

The LiteFighter 1 Individual Shelter System includes a 70D inner tent, a 30D rainfly cover, an all-in-one carbon fiber pole frame, six ground stakes, an accessory kit, fabric repair patches, a tent pole repair splint, four tent guy-outs with molded tensioners, a waterproof visual user guide, an accessory kit bag, and a tent carrying case.

 

The following optional items are available: a 70D waterproof groundsheet (required for hasty-hooch configuration), a windbreaker, and camouflage netting for a tactical scout hide-site.

 

LiteFighter® is the leading provider of small tactical shelters to the US military and continues to develop innovative shelter systems that address an ever-changing battlefield. LiteFighter® is a family-owned, VA certified, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that manufactures rugged, lightweight, versatile, and highly mobile individual shelter systems and tactical gear for the US military and the outdoor camping community. Our shelter systems are made in the USA, for soldiers, by soldiers. If you’d like to find out more, visit www.litefighter.com.

 

 

 

TCI™ LIBERATOR® NEW COMMUNICATIONS SUITE

 

The new TCI™ Liberator® IV, V, and HP headsets meet law enforcement and special operations forces’ current demands and requirements.

Liberator® headsets’ key features include electronic hearing protection to provide full-spectrum environmental sound and incoming radio communication simultaneously. The multimode dual processor design includes active noise cancelation (ANC) to add additional electronic protection against steady-state noise. A combined mode pairs the two processors to provide the end-user complete electronic protection against both impulse and steady-state noise. The Liberator® series tactical headsets have been deployed by the Department of Defense, law enforcement agencies, and security teams during missions in Afghanistan, Iraq, and worldwide. Thousands of systems are currently in service today, and thousands more will be deployed locally and around the world in the future. All Liberator® headset systems are designed, engineered, and manufactured in Ontario, California.

Liberator® tactical headsets exceed military durability standards with earcups made from durable Safari 7 TM glass polymer, which offers scratch-resistant protection and exceeds the high and low-temperature thresholds of current headset earcups. The Safari 7 TM glass polymer is the same type of material that Safariland® uses for its 7TS holsters systems. The headset features multimode digital hearing protection for all sound environments, high-battery life from a choice of two battery types, low-profile earcups, state-of-the-art digital sound processing for optimal reproduction of environmental sounds, and leading radio frequency (RF) and time delay multiaccess (TDMA) shielding for using advanced digital waveforms such as ANW2. TCI™ utilizes an exclusive Advanced Digital Threat Compression Technology (ADCTC) that compresses hazardous sound levels while providing the user with continuous situational awareness, communications, and the best replication of ambient sound. The TCI™ Advanced Digital Situational Awareness Enhancement technology (ADSAE) provides the user with precise sound localization and proximity of ambient sound to maximize the user’s effectiveness and safety. The headsets also feature an active noise cancelation (ANC) mode to provide an additional 5-8dBa reduction above the steady-state 25dBa (25NRR) offered passively by the earcups themselves. The third mode of operation combines ADCTC and ANC modes to provide electronic protection against steady-state noise and impulse noise.

Additionally, in this mode, the headset features a speech isolation mode that isolates close proximity human speech out of the background noise, processes it, and replicates it inside the earcup allowing end-users to communicate face-to-face without the need for an intercom. The modern electronics on this headset are firmware updatable using near field communications (NFC) protocols. These progressive attributes and an array of others enable Liberator® headsets to be ideal for tactical missions. Liberator® headsets provide the performance necessary to support operator concentration, safety, mission completion and reduce user fatigue.

The Liberator® IV and V Tactical Headsets provide exceptional communications and electronic hearing protection during typical and critical situations. The ability to maintain peripheral hearing and amplify potential danger signs and audio clues from the environment are unique features of Liberator® systems and necessary for tactical missions. The electronic hearing protection of Liberator® V systems is the most advanced available. Less progressive systems “clip” or “cut-off” ambient sounds while the hearing protection is activated, impeding situational awareness for the user and often negatively affects incoming communications. On the other hand, Liberator® systems compress and reduce hazardous sound to safe levels inside the headset without muting ambient sounds or incoming radio communication audio. The TCI™ ADSAE technology provides 360 degrees of ambient sound reproduction. This technology is the most accurate method of environmental sound replication, threat identification, and threat localization.  It uses dual external microphones that continually process ambient sounds and instantaneously compress impulse noise. With up to 29 dBa of attenuation, the headset protects the user from exposure to harmful static-state and impulse sounds by compressing dangerous sound levels to approximately 82 dBa. The headsets feature a fixed behind-the-head comfort fit, and the headset suspension provides a comfortable fit with any helmet type. The rigid band is situated low enough to not conflict with different nape pads or ratchet-style helmet suspension systems. The band is also adjustable to allow for the best fit possible.

Liberator® IV Tactical Headsets come with compact single-channel tactical Push-to-Talk (PTT), with a quick disconnect radio interface cable. These radio interface cables are the same cables used on the TCI™ Liberator® 3 & 5 dual comm systems. The system includes a factory mutually approved radio interface connection, assuring the connection precisely meets radio model specifications. This model provides radio interface cables for military radios using a U329 connection and for the Motorola® XTS® 5000/PRC153. The switch is protected inside the PTT housing and is easily accessible in all conditions and wearing gloves. The raised PTT enclosure protects the switch from accidental activation. This PTT is ambidextrous, includes a 17″ coiled radio cable, and requires no end-user modification. This Liberator® V tactical headset comes with a compact dual tactical PTT and a compact single-channel PTT. Both PTT devices utilize the same common quick disconnect cables, including a factory mutually approved radio interface connection, assuring the connection precisely meets radio model specifications. The dual communications PTT is wired TEMPEST compliant and includes features to prevent accidental transmission of potential classified traffic over an unclassified radio net. The enclosure and custom aerospace aluminum switches are IP68 rated and have a cycle count of 1 million activations. The switches feature a raised tactile indicator for high and low bands and are easily distinguished in all conditions and wearing gloves. The single communications PTT is a modernized U94 form that is waterproof and features an ambidextrous MOLLE clip. This package allows end-users to conduct single-channel communications without the hassle of a deactivated PTT switch or unused open connections.

A zipped padded storage bag is also a standard feature for Liberator® systems.

 

 

 

 

Liberator® HP

See Liberator® HP Products Here

Industry and Governmental Standards: Liberator® HP Headsets are compliant and/or have been independently tested and certified to the following standards.

  • ANSI S3.19-1974
  • EN352-3
  • CSA Z94.2
  • IP68
  • MIL-STD 810F&G

o Test Method 501.5

o Test Method 502.5

o Test Method 505.4

o Test Method 508.6

o Test Method 509.5

o Test Method 510.5 (Dust & Sand)

o Test Method 512.5

o Test Method 516.6

  • MIL-STD 461E
  • TDMA Shielding IOW IEC 61000 Specifications:
  • Liberator® HP Headset:
  • Designed as a circumoral (earcup) system with proprietary dual advanced digital sound processing, universal suspension kit, two black earcups, two ambient sound, and two audio speakers inside each earcup. Each unit includes a pair of removable and replaceable ear seals. The headset is multimode with each mode selectable by the user based on the environment:
    • Mode 1 – Automatically replicates ambient sounds in the environment, much like natural hearing, so the user is always aware of their surroundings and compresses impulse noise above 82dBa while not effecting sound localization
    • Mode 2 – Provides active noise cancelation for high steady-state noise. This mode electronically adds 5-9dBa of attenuation above the natural attenuation of the earcup itself.
    • Mode 3- Combines the two modes providing the end-user with electronic hearing protection for both steady-state and impulse noise. This mode also includes the speech isolation feature.

o Separate communication speakers inside of each earcup deliver communication audio without delay or compromise. Radio audio is split with each source using one earcup. The Liberator® HP is upgradable to become a communications headset.

o All critical electronics and components are environmentally sealed to meet/exceed MIL-STD 810 F&G, including two levels of environmental sealing on electronics inside the earcups.

o The hearing protection system specifications exceed MIL-STD 461E regarding radio frequency-related interference over EMI sweep (50 V/M for frequencies between 1 MHz and 1 GHz) in compliance with MILSTD-461E for EMI/EMC/EMP. The headset printed circuit board has been TDMA shield IAW industry-standard IEC 61000

o The system is free of any shiny or reflective colors or surfaces.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liberator® IV

See Liberator® IV Products Here

Industry and Governmental Standards: Liberator® IV Headsets are compliant and/or have been independently tested and certified to the following standards.

  • ANSI S3.19-1974
  • EN352-3
  • CSA Z94.2
  • IP68
  • MIL-STD 810F&G

o Test Method 501.5

o Test Method 502.5

o Test Method 505.4

o Test Method 508.6

o Test Method 509.5

o Test Method 510.5 (Dust & Sand)

o Test Method 511.5

o Test Method 512.5

o Test Method 516.6

  • MIL-STD 461E
  • TDMA Shielding IOW IEC 61000 Specifications:
  • Liberator® IV Headset: o Designed as a circumoral (earcup) system with proprietary dual advanced digital sound processing, universal suspension kit, two Tan 499 earcups, a steel mounting fixture for a flexible communication boom microphone, two ambient sound and two audio speakers inside of each earcup. Each unit includes a pair of removable and replaceable ear seals. The headset is multimode with each mode selectable by the user based on the environment:

▪ Mode 1 – Automatically replicates ambient sounds in the environment, much like natural hearing, so the user is always aware of their surroundings and compresses impulse noise above 82dBa while not effecting sound localization

▪ Mode 2 – Provides active noise cancelation for high steady-state noise. This mode electronically adds 5-9dBa of attenuation above the natural attenuation of the earcup itself.

▪ Mode 3- Combines the two modes providing the end-user with electronic hearing protection for both steady-state and impulse noise. This mode also includes the speech isolation feature.

o Separate communication speakers inside of each earcup deliver communication audio without delay or compromise. Radio audio is split with each source using one earcup. A flexible boom microphone sends voice messages that are transmitted by the tactical radio.

o All critical electronics and components are environmentally sealed to meet/exceed MIL-STD 810 F&G, including two levels of environmental sealing on electronics inside the earcups.

o The hearing protection system specifications exceed MIL-STD 461E regarding radio frequency-related interference over EMI sweep (50 V/M for frequencies between 1 MHz and 1 GHz) in compliance with MILSTD-461E for EMI/EMC/EMP. The headset printed circuit board has been TDMA shield IAW industry-standard IEC 61000

o The system is free of any shiny or reflective colors or surfaces.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liberator® V

See Liberator® V Products Here

Industry and Governmental Standards: Liberator® V Headsets are compliant and/or have been independently tested and certified to the following standards.

  • ANSI S3.19-1974
  • EN352-3
  • CSA Z94.2
  • IP68 • MIL-STD 810G

o Test Method 501.5

o Test Method 502.5

o Test Method 505.4

o Test Method 508.6

o Test Method 509.5

o Test Method 510.5 (Dust & Sand)

o Test Method 511.5

o Test Method 512.5

o Test Method 516.6

  • MIL-STD 461E

o Built to Meet Methodologies:

▪ RE102 – Negative EMI ▪ RS103 – Subjected to frequency sweep and direct RF contact

  • TDMA Shielding IOW IEC 61000 Specifications:
  • Liberator® V Headset: o Designed as a circumoral (earcup) system with proprietary dual advanced digital sound processing, universal suspension kit, two Tan 499 earcups, a steel mounting fixture for a flexible communication boom microphone, two ambient sound, and two audio speakers inside of each earcup. Each unit includes a pair of removable and replaceable ear seals. The headset is multimode with each mode selectable by the user based on the environment:

▪ Mode 1 – Automatically replicates ambient sounds in the environment, much like natural hearing, so the user is always aware of their surroundings and compresses impulse noise above 82dBa while not effecting sound localization

▪ Mode 2 – Provides active noise cancelation for high steady-state noise. This mode electronically adds 5-9dBa of attenuation above the natural attenuation of the earcup itself.

▪ Mode 3- Combines the two modes providing the end-user with electronic hearing protection for both steady-state and impulse noise. This mode also includes the speech isolation feature.

  • Separate communication speakers inside of each earcup deliver communication audio without delay or compromise. Radio audio is split with each source using one earcup. A flexible boom microphone sends voice messages to be transmitted by the tactical radio.

o All critical electronics and components are environmentally sealed to meet/exceed MIL-STD 810 F&G, including two levels of environmental sealing on electronics inside the earcups.

o The hearing protection system specifications exceed MIL-STD 461E regarding radio frequency-related interference over EMI sweep (50 V/M for frequencies between 1 MHz and 1 GHz) in compliance with MILSTD-461E for EMI/EMC/EMP. The headset printed circuit board has been TDMA shield IAW industry-standard IEC 61000

o The system is free of any shiny or reflective colors or surfaces.

  • Earcup Material: o Safari 7TM scratch-resistant glass polymer, melt temperature 550o.
  • Hearing Protection Certifications: o Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) is third-party tested in accordance with ANSI S3.19-1974, EN352, and meets CSA Class B CSA (Z94.2). The passive NRR is rated at 25.
  • Battery Consumption: o Liberator® V headset provides up to 400 hours of operation in mode 1, 200 hours in mode 2, and 100 hours in mode 3.

o The headset is equipped with a dual fuel battery compartment and can use two AAA / LR6 type batteries or 1 CR123 battery. (Each headset system includes two quality AAA batteries and 1 CR123)

o Batteries are enclosed in a watertight battery compartment accessible from the back of the right earcup. The battery cap has an integrated O-ring to provide a complete seal against water and dust egress. The battery cap is integrated into the battery compartment via a hinge attachment.

o The system will provide two beep warning tones every 20 minutes once the battery life has depleted to approximately 40 hours remaining.

o The system provides an audio shut-off feature if the headset is left stationary for four hours or more.

  • Controls: Controls on/off feature as well as sound amplification system and mode selection.

o Three buttons on a recessed section of the lower portion allow the user to turn the headsets on or off, adjust ambient sound amplification, and cycle through the headset modes. The headset system can amplify low-level sounds by up to five times normal hearing when the headset is in stealth mode.

o Volume Memory Feature: Retains the headset’s last volume setting when the headset is turned back on.

o There are 8 volume settings at 4dBa intervals

o Volume buttons can be pressed simultaneously to cycle through the three modes of operation. The end-user can select compression/localization, active noise cancelation, and combined mode depending on sound environment and mission need.

  • Stealth Audio Mode: Amplifies low-level sound by up to 500% of normal-hearing but does not amplify any sound above approximately 85 dBa regardless of the audio mode.

o Stealth audio mode is activated by pressing the “+” button on the left earcup four times consecutively within ten seconds.

  • Suspension Type: o Modular Quick Disconnect System

▪ Kit includes Over the Head, Behind the Head, and Ops-Core rail mount suspension options

▪ All metal quick disconnect attachment system

▪ The traditional suspension features a fixed scalloped polymer suspension strap with metal band reinforcement.

▪ Includes simple Velcro head strap wrap for securing cable and nylon mesh suspension strap for over the head

▪ Headbands designed thin for maximum comfort during prolonged wear and use with ACH. Built for the 90th percentile and IOW US Army ACH fitting guidelines.

▪ Four adjustment positions per earcup side.

▪ Gimbal style adjustable rail mounts

  • Microphone: Provides intelligible radio transmissions.

o Type: Noise Canceling, Waterproof, Dynamic o Supplied with Waterproof Windscreen o Talk side of microphone boom marked “TALK” to ensure optimal orientation with user’s mouth.

o Impedance: 150 Ω

o Frequency Response: 1000 Hz

o Gooseneck Diameter: 5.1 MM

o Mounting/Assembly: Steel mounting fixture with stainless steel threaded shaft through earcup and Nylock nut and sealant affixed to the threaded shaft from the inside of the earcup.

o Submersible rating to 20 meters for five minutes

  • Speakers: Two Audio Speakers in Each Earcup

o Communication Speakers: One communication speaker is mounted on a circuit board inside of each earcup. Speakers are impedance matched for the user’s radio model.

o Output: 90 dBa (max) o Impedance: 600 ohms o Frequency Response: 300 Hz to 3.4 kHz (tuned for voice frequency range)

o Ambient Sound Speakers: One ambient sound speaker is mounted on a circuit board inside each earcup. o Impedance: 32 ohms for ambient audio speakers.

o Output: 90 dBa (max) o Frequency Response: 300 Hz to 6 KHz

  • Headset Weight: o Approx. 300 grams (w CR123)
  • Earcup Dimensions: o Approx. 107mm x 98 mm x 42mm (H x W x D) (depth measurement includes headset attachment nexus) o Max. thickness of earcup approx. 28 mm

o Min. thickness of earcup approx. 12 mm • Headset Environmental Standards: o Independently Tested and Certified to MIL-STD 810 F, G

  • Headset Operating Temperature: o -55 C to +85 C
  • Headset Immersion Rating: o 1 Meter, 15 mins.
  • Headset Cable Length: o Approx. 150 MM (including plug)
  • Cable Thickness: o Approx. 5.1 MM
  • Headset Connector: o Over-molded onto Polyurethane cable jacket for high axial strength, reliability, and durability. o Advanced Military Connector high-density type
  • Press-to-Talk Units (PTT): Designed to be large enough to be used during tactical situations and gloved hands but not so large to interfere with movement or usage of other equipment. The Dual Comm PTT provides the user with an easy, intuitive, and effective means of connecting and utilizing two tactical communications channels. The PTTs are environmentally sealed to ensure reliability in harsh and demanding situations. The PTT features an ambidextrous design, heavy-duty clothing clip (Molle/PALS compatible). The Dual PTT is also electronically designed to prevent audio bleed-through between radio pathways. The user can conduct operations with mixed cryptographic settings on his/her radios.
  • PTT Enclosure Type: o Box, ambidextrous & Modernized U94 o Available in Flat Dark Earth o Injection-molded composition resistant to abrasions, chipping, or cracking, including an internal O-ring seal.

o The PTT’s side surface has recessed areas for switches to protect accidental keying during movement yet allows easy access to the PTT button with a gloved hand.

o Advanced Multipin Military connectors, waterproof panel mount • Switch Type: o Button type, Custom Aerospace Aluminum, IP68 rated, 1 Million Cycle count. o Features tactile indicators on each button

  • Size: o Approx. 32 MM x 32 MM x 28 MM (H x W x D) Dual Comm

o Approx 33 MM x 29MM, 26 MM (H x W x D) Single Comm

  • Weight:

o Approx. 200 grams (In typical dual handheld radio configuration)

  • Operating Cycles: o 1 Million
  • Ratings: o MIL-STD 810 G o MIL-STD 461E o IP-68
  • Operating Temperature: o -55 C to +85 C
  • Country of Origin: o USA

 

 

 

MAGPUL® Gen M3 Magazine

With a few modifications to the combat-proven MOE® (MAGPUL® Original Equipment) M2 PMAG®, the Gen M3™ takes a great design and adds additional improvements. The Gen M2 MOE® and the Gen M3™ are primarily designed for the AR15/M4 weapons. The Gen M3™ has a modified internal and external geometry also permits operation with a wide range of additional weapons such as the HK® 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA-80, FN® SCARN MK 16/16S, along with others.

The MOE® MAGPUL® set a new standard moving away from the aluminum USGI magazine while offering a cost-competitive upgrade. The new Gen M3™ still comes in a robust impact-resistant polymer construction. It also includes the dual-sided transparent windows to enable rapid visual identification of an approximate number of rounds remaining. The window incorporates new material technology and manufacturing processes for enhanced strength, durability, and reliability to exceed rigorous military performance specifications.

Like the MOE® PMAG, the GEN M3™ features a long-life USGl-spec stainless steel spring, four-way anti-tilt follower and constant-curve internal geometry for reliable feeding, and simple tool-less disassembly to ease cleaning. Also added is a redesigned bolt catch notch in the rear of the magazine provides increased bolt catch clearance. At the same time, an over-travel stop on the spine helps ensure the magazine will not over-insert on compatible weapons. Low profile ribs and new aggressive front and rear texture gives positive control of the GEN M3™ in all environments. A paint pen dot matrix has been added to the bottom panel of the body to allow easy marking by the end user for identification.

The new, easy to disassemble flared floorplate aids extraction and handling of the magazine while providing improved drop protection. It is slightly slimmer than before for better compatibility with tight double and triple magazine pouches. The magazine includes a pop-off Impact/Dust Cover that minimizes debris intrusion and protects against potential damage to the top cartridge during storage and transit.

The Gen M3™ magazine takes a proven design and adds amazing additions for the end-user while maintaining value to the customer. When it comes to a Polymer magazine with well-thought-out functional options, the MAGPUL Gen M3™ is a magazine well worth using. These magazines are proudly made in the USA.

High-Performance Tactical Apparel

XGO® is a leading provider of tactical high-performance base layer & apparel, located in  North Carolina (just a few miles west of Fort Bragg). Since 2005, XGO has been proudly providing the best next-to-skin base layers to the US Military, Government Agencies, Law Enforcement, and First Responders.

 

XGO® utilizes a ‘vertical’ model of manufacturing in full compliance with the Berry Amendment.  Every aspect of the manufacturing process is in localized facilities in the USA. Localization and vertical manufacturing allow XGO® to maintain “hands-on” quality control, speedy delivery, and superior customer satisfaction while providing the best possible products and value.

 

XGO® offers two collections; Performance and Flame Retardant (FR). Within each collection, there are five Phases. Each phase represents the weight and suggested temperature range.

 

Performance:

Phase 1 – Lightweight (40 – 100F)

Phase 2 – Midweight (20 – 50F)

Phase 3 – Super Midweight (10 – 40F)

Phase 4 – Heavyweight (<40F)

Phase 5 – Heavyweight + (<30F)

 

FR:

Phase 1 – Lightweight (40 – 100F)

Phase 2 – Midweight (20-50F)

Phase 3 – Midweight Stretch (40 – 100F)

Phase 4 – Heavyweight (<40F)

 

Within each phase, you will find styling offerings, examples of offerings are: t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, zip mocks, boxers, long-john bottoms, and accessories. Everything XGO sells incorporates Acclimate® Dry Moisture Management (wicking/drying) and Ag47® Anti-Odor/Anti-Microbial treatments. From the frontlines to the field, regardless of the environment and temperature, XGO has you covered. The goal of XGO is your comfort and focusing on the mission at hand.

 

 

Alpha A10 FR Neck Gaiter/Face Mask

XGO FR Phase 1 Alpha A10 Lightweight Neck Gaiter is constructed using a patented industry-leading lightweight FR blend of Modacrylic & FR Rayon. The FR is inherent and built-in at the yarn level, meaning it will not wash out and provide no melt/no drip protection for the life of the garment. Acclimate® Dry moisture management, and Ag47® anti-microbial/anti-odor will keep your face protected, comfortable, and odor-free. Clean Seam® flat seams provide a comfortable contoured next-to-skin fit that fits close to the face and neck but does not constrict.

 

Gear Specs

  • Fabric: Patented blend of Modacrylic & FR Rayon
  • Weight: 4.8 oz/sq. yd / 136 grams
  • Layer: Next-to-Skin
  • Sizing: One Size Fits All
  • Fit: Contoured Fit
  • Length: 10” / 25 cm
  • Temp Range: Warm to Warmer temps/environments

 

Features

  • Inherently FR At Yarn Level – FR Protection For Life Of Garment
  • Superior Acclimate Dry Moisture Management
  • Ag47® Anti-Microbial Protection
  • UPF UV Protection – 25+
  • Clean Seam® Next-To-Skin Comfort, Durable, Breathable & Won’t Shrink
  • Tagless label
  • 100% USA Made & Berry Compliant

 

This product is 100% Made in the USA, Berry Compliant, and is available in Tan 499.

 

 

 

Alpha A10 Performance Neck Gaiter/Face Mask

XGO Phase 1 Performance Alpha A10 Lightweight Neck Gaiter uses high-performance 100% Acclimate Dry Polyester Eyelet Mesh. Lightweight, superior moisture management, incredible next-to-skin comfort, and durable.  Acclimate® Dry moisture management, and Ag47® anti-microbial/anti-odor will keep your face protected, comfortable, and odor-free. Clean Seam® flat seams provide a comfortable contoured next-to-skin fit that fits close to the face and neck but does not constrict.

 

Gear Specs

  • Fabric: 100% Acclimate© Dry Polyester – Eyelet Mesh
  • Weight: 4.0 oz/sq. yd / 114 grams
  • Layer: Next-to-Skin
  • Sizing: One Size Fits All
  • Fit: Contoured Fit
  • Length: 10” / 25 cm
  • Temp Range: Warm to Warmer temps/environments

 

Features

  • Superior Acclimate® Dry Moisture Management
  • Ag47® Anti-Microbial Protection
  • UPF (Sun Protection) Rating – 35+
  • Clean Seam® Next-To-Skin Comfort, Durable, Breathable & Won’t Shrink
  • Tagless label
  • 100% USA Made & Berry Compliant

 

The product is 100% Made in the USA, Berry Compliant, and is offered in colors: Tan 499, Black, Coyote Brown, and OD Green. 

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Mastodon Design Scourge Antenna for the Dismounted Soldier Kit

Today’s soldier is often required to carry multiple radio systems for a single mission.  As a retired Combat Controller, it didn’t take long to see the many benefits of swapping traditional handheld tactical radio antennas with Mastodon antennas.  Additionally, most “next-generation” radios have dual channels and GPS; therefore, a single device may require three or more antennas.  On today’s battlefield, and certainly the next contested/ near-peer fight, soldiers will depend on a multitude of communication networks and Video Downlink (VDL) feeds to enhance combat effectiveness.  While these communication networks improve situational awareness, force protection, and lethality, they also can be cumbersome and impractical for a dismounted soldier who must carry multiple antennas to utilize them.

 

Traditional tactical radio antennas snag on equipment, interfere with line of sight, and create a sizeable visual profile of the soldier, making them an easier target.  Many soldiers fold the antennas or remote them to their back to reduce signature and interference with their primary mission tasks, but these “fixes” significantly reduce antenna performance.

 

Mastodon Design’s RF engineers have decades of experience designing tactical radios and antennas.  Mastodon Design’s Scourge antennas are a family of flexible, ultra-lightweight antennas designed for tactical military operations.  Utilizing the help of real-world SOF inputs, the Scourge antenna was designed to be routed through MOLLE and uses a TNC connector to work with fielded tactical radios.  The streamlined design allows soldiers to weave the antenna through their equipment to reduce target profile, save space, and prevent snags while increasing their communication signal gains. These antennas are currently being fielded by USSOCOM units and provide increased range and performance with a drastic reduction in size, weight, and profile.

The Scourge antennas work with the dismounted soldier kit in a way that does not impede their movement, create snag hazards, or reduce antenna performance.  Additionally, the antenna’s placement over the soldier’s shoulder alleviates poor performance in the prone position. Whereas, this design improves omnidirectional performance caused by body masking.  This positioning also eliminates the “cone of silence” that occurs directly above a traditional antenna, a common problem with helicopter operations.

Mastodon Design Scourge antennas are a must for anyone in the communications business while on the battlefield.

Stalker – The Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Targeting System

The Safran Optics 1 STALKER is a lightweight, handheld, day/night target acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance device that is capable of locating targets even in adverse weather conditions. It is extremely lightweight and has an intuitive user-friendly interface. It is reliable in all weather conditions and allows operators unprecedented situational awareness for a variety of missions. It also has outstanding C4I (command, control, communication, computers, and intelligence) capabilities, along with multiple interfaces including RS-232 and USB for data exchange with other devices. It has three observation modes to detect targets: Direct View Day Optics, Low Light CMOS Optics, and LWIR Thermal Imager.

STALKER is a similar device to the Optics 1 MOSKITO TI, but has an integrated SAASM (Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module) GPS. It utilizes the unmatched L1/L2 antenna and uses a Class 1 eye-safe laser capable of ranging over 5,000m in harsh conditions and up to 10,000m in good condition environments. Stalker utilizes a lower power consuming digital magnetic compass to determine azimuth and inclination and has an operational run time of over 3.5hrs (dependent on mission profile).

Key Features:
• Three observation modes:
o Direct view day
o Low light
o LWIR Thermal
• Target detection and acquisition
• Ranges up to 10,000m (conditions dependent)
• Integrated with a digital magnetic compass
• Integrated with SAASM GPS

ATAK Enabling Technology with PLRF25C

Android Tactical Assault Kit, ATAK, is an app-based technology to support complex communication and coordination.  ATAK utilizes Blue Force Tracking technology to track team members in real-time.  ATAK is beneficial for large-scale operations and small tactical teams; it also allows users to communicate via text or file sharing.  The users can also identify points of interest, terrain, weather, and other topographical elements.  ATAK gives the operators enhanced real-time situational awareness.

 

PLRF25C (Pocket Laser Rangefinder)

The Safran Optics 1 PLRF25C is a reconnaissance, surveillance, and targeting device that provides accurate distance and angle measurements (conditions dependent) in a lightweight and rugged, compact unit. It is the smallest eye-safe laser rangefinder in its class designed for single-handed use with a one-button function by snipers/spotters, marksmen, and forward observers. The PLRF25C will measure and display distance, azimuth, inclination angle, and the horizontal and vertical distance of the target. It even has an optional fall of shot calculator.

 

 

 

PLFR25C / ATAK Integration

The PLRF25C with Bluetooth can wirelessly transmit azimuth, elevation, and LRF distance information to ATAK, automatically populating the target location onto the user’s ATAK map for situational awareness or targeting.

 

Highlights:

  • MIL-STD-810 ruggedized
  • Small and compact Laser Rangefinder for single-handed use
  • 6x magnification
  • Ranges up to 6000m
  • Bluetooth capable and connects ATAK and Kestrel® with Applied Ballistics
  • External GPS (Rockwell Collins DAGR / PLGR II / PLGR +96)

ATAK Enabling Technology with ECOTI

Android Tactical Assault Kit, ATAK, is a game-changer for increasing situational awareness and is ideal for law enforcement and military operators. ATAK is app-based and available to all government agencies and provides the ability to view the location of various elements within the area of operation. The system utilizes Blue Force Tracking to track team members in real-time and help coordinate movements.  ATAK also uses Red Force Tracking to see where “bad guys” and dangerous elements may be. Operators can view entered points of interest like terrain, topographical elements, and even weather. It also enables encrypted data communication like text and file sharing (i.e., photos and videos) for user-to-user, user-to-team, user-to-command, or user-to-entire force communications, which was never before available until ATAK.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdNy0YBfEvU

 

ECOTI (Enhanced Clip-on Thermal Viewer)

The Safran Optics 1 ECOTI is a night vision enhancement and visual augmentation system that provides unmatched detection capability and situational awareness by adding a long wave infrared thermal overlay on the user’s night vision device. It bears a lightweight, compact design and significantly increases an operator’s ability to detect and eliminate threats. It has low-power consumption, thermal sensor technology, and high-performance optics that integrate seamlessly. ECOTI is designed for low-light and no-light environmental conditions such as dense foliage, caves, and tunnel systems.

 

WITHOUT ECOTI                                                  WITH ECOTI

 

             

 

WITHOUT ECOTI                                                  WITH ECOTI

            

 

ECOTI / ATAK Integration

The ECOTI integrates with ATAK and acts as a heads up display, HUD. The Augmented Reality, AR, capability connects to the app and aids in identifying teammates and targets, while also providing point-to-point navigation, allowing for a heads up and hands-free operation.

             

             

ECOSI (Enhanced Clip-on SWIR Imager)

The Safran Optics 1 ECOSI bears the same lightweight, compact design, yet offers a different, critical technology. It adds a short wave infrared overlay on to the user’s night vision device. It can see out of band markers, designators, strobes, beacons, and pointers that operate in the SWIR spectrum, undetectable by standard NVDs. It allows JTACs, JFOs, and FOs, to view laser makers and designators during day or night operations. Like the ECOTI, ECOSI connects to ATAK to provide AR and HUD capability.

 

ECOSI can be used during the day when attached to the Optics 1 Daytime See-Spot 2x Extender. This accessory provides See-Spot, PRF code counting, and zoom capability all in a small handheld or rail mountable configuration.

 

Key Features:

  • Overlay on to the I2 scene and does not require modification to existing hardware
  • Heads up display capability that shows COT icons for situational awareness and route navigation
  • Powered by a single CR123 battery and/or connects to an external battery pack
  • Waterproof up to 20 meters
  • Built-in 16GB SD card for image capture
  • Can be used during the day or night, mounted to NVGs or handheld

ECOTI

Two thermal detection modes:

  1. White Hot
  2. Black Hot

Three observation modes:

  1. Full Thermal
  2. Patrol
  3. Outline

 

ECOSI
Two polarity modes:

  1. White observe
  2. Black observe

Two observation modes:

  1. See-Spot
  2. Pointer

Electro-Hydraulic Tactical Breaching

In the early 2000s, Israel faced terror attacks daily; suicide terrorists murdered hundreds of Israeli civilians by exploding buses and bombing restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs.

 

The Israeli Defense Forces faced the challenge of eliminating terror cells in highly crowded urban areas mixed with uninvolved civilians. Israeli Special Forces quickly realized that the classic doctrine of targeting terrorists was ineffective. And the threat to the soldiers on the peripheral of a building was too high.

 

Initially, the team used explosives for breaching.  But quickly, this technique exploited its weaknesses. Variations in buildings and entry points made planning difficult and required the team to carry multiple explosive charges.  Planning with the proper explosives was hard to design effectively.  Heavy metal doors with numerous security bars were prevalent, and the lack of quality intelligence on the doors specifically led to the use of overweight charges.  The resulting explosion often harmed any uninvolved people inside the target facility and reduced the operator’s visibility due to dust and particles flying in the compound.

Additionally, when the charge exploded, the team location was exposed. The terrorists would start fighting inside the compound and utilize nearby buildings for an ambush, making extraction more difficult.

 

A new tactic was needed, better breaching teams and better breaching technology was required.  New breaching technology would allow the better use of the element of surprise.  The solution was the creation of a quiet set of hydraulic breaching tools. Quiet breaching into terrorist compounds permitted the operators to gain entry and use their houses to cover the periphery threat.

With these new hydraulic tools, you could breach reinforced doors.  And with no explosive, you could maintain the element of surprise, and not injure any uninvolved civilians. Hydraulic tools were effective; however, they suffered from significant weaknesses as well. The devices were from different worlds of operations, often from firefighters and emergency rescue. They were extremely heavy and bulky and not designed for tactical missions. Each item needed to be carried with the hands, thereby diminishing the lethality of the operator.  Also, the tools were special purpose and could not be changed as the situation changed.

 

In 2006, one breaching team of the Israeli Special Forces took the hydraulic tools to the next evolution.  They worked with SAN Hitech Ltd, SAN, a privately held defense engineering company. The engineering team with SAN utilized invaluable operational inputs to create an entire suite of door-breaching options within one backpack. The electro-hydraulic pump with a brushless motor and flexible oil reservoir is mounted inside a purpose-built backpack and weighs less than 20lbs.  The system generates 9,000 psi, which creates 6.2 tons of lifting force and 23 tons of cutting force.  The whole system is very discreet at only 60 decibels. The system has been MIL-STD 810F and CE certified.

 

The SAN breaching system has now been in operational deployment for over ten years.  In that time, SAN has become the market leader in electro-hydraulic tactical breaching tools.  SAN continues to push the boundaries of tactical breaching to create the right solution according to the dynamic operational reality with full collaboration with its customers.

 

FOR BREACHERS BY BREACHERS.

 

Sanitizing in a Time of a Pandemic

What has the pandemic taught us? That our enemy is ever-evolving. We are witnessing the impact of a fast-spreading socially infectious pathogen.  And your tactical gear is a breeding ground for those potential pathogens.

 

Global Ozone Innovations has been working to find ways to defeat pathogens, such as Coronavirus.  They teamed with hospital groups, FDA, and NASA; and participated in an independent study by Georgia Tech to improve the Coronavirus sanitation method.  Global Ozone Innovations created the Decon Zone Sanitizing System as a vehicle for pathogen control. And now that control is at the fingertips of our front line responders.

 

Global Ozone Innovations created the Decon Zone Sanitizing System to regulate your disinfectant program. Utilizing the Decon Zone Sanitizing System, your application and disinfectant program can be reliable, accountable, and repeatable. Since time and concentration are the critical elements for disinfection, you need your system to be dependable. And if a new pathogen strain is discovered and requires additional time to achieve the proper kill percentage, you need to be capable of modifying the program. The Decon Zone Sanitizing System is reliable and adjustable.

The Decon Zone Sanitizing System has evolved to put all these parameters at your fingertips. You are now in control of the critical elements, controlling both disinfectant concentration and time of application. If you need to increase the amount of pathogen kill rate, you can change at the controls.  Additionally, the Decon Zone system lets you know when maintenance is required.  The maintenance program helps the system achieve maximum performance for reliability, repeatability, and accountability.

 

Items sanitized in the Decon Zone Sanitizing System cover a broad range of personal protective equipment such as body armor, face masks, goggles, shoes, scuba gear, pillows, blankets, sleeping bags, riot gear, PAPR suits, gas masks, sports, boxing, and combative equipment.  Even medical equipment, such as stethoscopes, lab coats, knee & elbow braces, portable stretchers, backboards, and other first responder equipment. If it can’t go in the laundry, run it through the Decon Zone unit. It is made for all PPE to mitigate cross-contamination from these lethal pathogens.

 

Decon Zone is designed to defeat these pathogens, such as Covid-19, but can also meet the requirements of future pathogens. Decon Zone will help you achieve the level of protection your unit deserves.