Videos tagged with Lens Protection

This guide details the installation and functional benefits of the Dark Matter Concepts CMD lens protector for SureFire Scout weapon lights. Expert instruction highlights its role in protecting the lens from carbon fouling and blast effects, particularly on rifles with lights mounted close to the muzzle. The CMD ensures full candela output when the light is activated, contributing to a reliable white light setup.

This video reviews the 100 Concepts LightCap and ScopeCap, designed to protect firearm optics and weapon lights. The caps are made from a printed material and secured with shock cord and a ranger band. They serve to protect lenses from damage, prevent accidental white light discharges (NDs), and keep carbon buildup off the lens. The reviewer finds them durable and effective, even on a high-recoil platform.

This video provides a practical tip for maintaining clear firearm optics. The presenter demonstrates a "quick hack" to prevent debris from accumulating on glass surfaces, specifically mentioning and tagging the brand @onehundredconcepts, which specializes in firearm accessories. The focus is on a simple yet effective method to ensure an unobstructed sight picture during use.

This video demonstrates the impact of a 7.62x39mm AK-47 round on a GoPro camera. While the bullet itself did not penetrate the camera, it caused the lens cover to shatter due to a ricochet. The speaker highlights the effectiveness of older GoPro models with replaceable lens covers, contrasting them with newer models where the lens is integral and more vulnerable.

This guide details how to effectively clean carbon fouling from weapon-mounted light lenses using toothpaste as a mild abrasive. It also provides methods for protecting the lens post-cleaning with weapon lubricant or chapstick to make future carbon removal easier. Proper maintenance ensures optimal light output when needed.