Clip-On is King?

Published on December 30, 2024
Duration: 0:32

This review explains why thermal optics are mounted in front of traditional optics, as thermal sensors cannot see through glass. It highlights the necessity of a 3x magnifier or LPVO behind a clip-on thermal for proper eye relief and image scaling. The video demonstrates how magnification enlarges the thermal's digital screen for a usable field of view.

Quick Summary

Thermal optics are mounted in front of traditional optics because thermal sensors cannot see through glass. A 3x magnifier or LPVO is essential behind a thermal clip-on to magnify its internal digital screen, providing necessary eye relief and filling the shooter's field of view.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Why Thermals Go In Front
  2. 00:10Magnification & Eye Relief Needs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are thermal optics placed in front of traditional optics?

Thermal optics are placed in front because their sensors detect heat signatures, which cannot pass through glass. Placing them behind a traditional optic or a magnifier would block the heat signature, rendering the thermal ineffective.

What is the purpose of a magnifier behind a thermal clip-on?

A magnifier, like a 3x or an LPVO, is necessary behind a thermal clip-on to magnify the thermal's internal digital screen. This provides proper eye relief and scales the image to fill the shooter's field of view, making it usable.

What happens if you don't use magnification with a thermal clip-on?

Without a rear magnifier or LPVO, the digital image displayed by the thermal clip-on appears very small. This small image is difficult to see clearly and does not provide adequate eye relief or fill the shooter's field of view for effective aiming.

What mounting system is shown with the InfiRay thermal clip-on?

The video demonstrates the InfiRay thermal clip-on mounted using the Unity Tactical FAST Mount system on a SIG MCX rifle. This mount is designed for efficient optic placement and integration.

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