Can You Hide From Thermals? (Rifles) - VLOG Ep.1

Published on May 17, 2025
Duration: 27:50

This video explores the effectiveness of suppressor covers in mitigating thermal and visual signatures. The experiment tests various suppressor covers on a rifle equipped with a Silencer Co. Velos suppressor, using thermal imagers and night vision. Key findings indicate that while suppressors generate significant heat, certain covers can reduce immediate thermal detection and visual glow, particularly for initial shots. The Mod Tac Suppressor Shield showed promising results in temperature management and signature reduction.

Quick Summary

Suppressor covers can help mitigate a rifle's heat signature from thermal imagers, especially for initial shots. However, with sustained rapid fire, suppressors can still reach temperatures that cause them to glow, becoming visible on thermal and night vision. The Mod Tac Suppressor Shield showed excellent performance in reducing thermal signatures.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction: The Thermal Signature Question
  2. 00:32Experiment Setup: Suppressor Covers & Testing Gear
  3. 03:56Rifle & Suppressor Baseline Setup
  4. 04:45Testing Methodology: Rounds & Cooling
  5. 05:02Observation Equipment: Thermal, NVG, IR
  6. 06:18Baseline Temperature Readings
  7. 07:04Test 1: One Round (No Cover)
  8. 07:33Test 2: Five Rounds (No Cover)
  9. 08:30Test 3: Ten Rounds (No Cover)
  10. 09:14Installing the Suppressor
  11. 09:44Test 4: One Round (With Suppressor)
  12. 10:21Test 5: Five Rounds (With Suppressor)
  13. 11:11Test 6: Ten Rounds (With Suppressor)
  14. 11:49Cooling Down Suppressor
  15. 12:16Test 7: Liberty Defense Straight Jacket
  16. 12:55Test 8: Mod Tac Suppressor Shield
  17. 13:14Mod Tac Test: One Round
  18. 13:40Mod Tac Test: Five Rounds
  19. 14:20Mod Tac Test: Ten Rounds
  20. 19:34Extended Fire: Suppressor Glowing Red Hot
  21. 20:25Test 9: 60 Rounds Rapid Fire
  22. 21:51Cool Down Observation Under Night Vision
  23. 23:29Preliminary Thoughts & Analysis
  24. 25:10Overall Impressions & Safety
  25. 27:34Conclusion: First Vlog Episode

Frequently Asked Questions

Can suppressor covers hide a rifle's heat signature from thermal imagers?

Suppressor covers can significantly mitigate immediate thermal detection, especially for the first few shots. However, with sustained rapid fire, suppressors can still reach temperatures that cause them to glow, becoming visible on thermal and night vision.

Which suppressor cover performed best in reducing thermal signatures?

The Mod Tac Suppressor Shield demonstrated excellent performance, maintaining very low shroud temperatures and significantly reducing the thermal signature, even after multiple rounds. The Liberty Defense Straight Jacket detached during testing.

How many rounds does it take for a suppressor to glow red hot?

In this test, a Silencer Co. Velos suppressor without a cover required approximately 60 rounds of rapid fire to reach a glowing red-hot state visible under night vision.

What are the safety benefits of using a suppressor cover?

Suppressor covers offer significant safety benefits by preventing accidental burns when handling the firearm after firing, and by reducing the risk of igniting flammable materials like clothing or gear in confined spaces.

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