ATN NVM-14 WPT: Cheap White Phosphor Monocular

Published on April 5, 2021
Duration: 7:08

This expert review by Hop analyzes the ATN NVM-14 WPT, a Gen 2+ white phosphor night vision monocular. It details performance compared to the Photonis ECHO tube, discusses housing variations, and critically evaluates various helmet mounting solutions, highlighting common issues with aftermarket adapters.

Quick Summary

The ATN NVM-14 WPT is a Gen 2+ white phosphor monocular with advertised specs of 60-70 lp/mm resolution and a 40-degree FOV. It is not autogated, unlike the Photonis ECHO tube, which offers superior low-light performance and a cleaner image with 68 lp/mm resolution. Newer housings support AA batteries for economical runtime.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction: ATN NVM-14 WPT Review
  2. 00:36ATN NVM-14 WPT Specifications
  3. 00:49Photonis ECHO Comparison
  4. 01:10Autogating and Performance Differences
  5. 01:32Video Encoding Challenges
  6. 02:15NVM-14 Housing Differences
  7. 03:10Mounting Options: Bering Optics Issues
  8. 04:15Mounting Options: Armasight/FLIR Issues
  9. 05:15Mounting Options: Mod Armory
  10. 05:41Final Thoughts: Value Proposition
  11. 06:19Alternatives and Cost Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key performance differences between the ATN NVM-14 WPT and a Photonis ECHO Gen 2+ tube?

The Photonis ECHO Gen 2+ tube is autogated and offers higher measured resolution (68 lp/mm) with a cleaner image compared to the ATN NVM-14 WPT, which is not autogated and has advertised specs of 60-70 lp/mm resolution.

What are the advantages of the newer ATN NVM-14 housing?

The newer ATN NVM-14 housing includes a removable insert that allows the use of AA batteries, providing a more economical and readily available power source compared to older models that exclusively use CR123 batteries.

Are aftermarket helmet mounts for the ATN NVM-14 WPT reliable?

Aftermarket mounts like the Armasight/FLIR swing arm may require modification for a secure fit and can exhibit wobble due to manufacturing tolerances. The Mod Armory swing arm is considered more stable but is significantly more expensive.

How does the ATN NVM-14 WPT compare in price and performance to a PVS-14?

The ATN NVM-14 WPT ($2200) is cheaper than a Gen 3 PVS-14 ($2400-$2600), but the PVS-14 offers superior performance and ruggedness. The NVM-14 WPT is a more budget-friendly entry into white phosphor night vision.

More Tactical & Gear Videos You Might Like

More from Hop

View all →