Pulsar Thermals are so fun!

Published on January 8, 2023
Duration: 4:27

This video demonstrates the capabilities of Pulsar thermal imaging devices by showcasing their effectiveness in observing ballistic impacts on various targets. The presenter highlights how thermal optics reveal the heat signatures of bullet strikes on steel, the fragmentation of a corn can hit by a 5.56 V-Max round, and the dramatic dispersal of a 7-pound corn can struck by a .308 Hornady SST. It also shows the thermal signature of a 125-grain soft nose bullet impacting a 2-liter bottle.

Quick Summary

Pulsar thermal imagers, including the Helion 2, Trail LFR, and Thermion 2 LFR Pro, effectively visualize ballistic impacts by detecting the heat generated from projectile strikes. This allows for clear observation of bullet effects on targets like steel, corn cans, and plastic bottles, showcasing projectile performance and energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Thermal Targets
  2. 00:38Pulsar Thermal Device Overview
  3. 00:47Pulsar Helion 2 Features
  4. 00:59Pulsar Trail LFR
  5. 01:05Pulsar Thermion 2 LFR Pro
  6. 01:31Ballistic Impact on Armor Plate
  7. 01:515.56 V-Max vs. Corn Can
  8. 02:24Switching Firearms for Next Shot
  9. 02:27.308 SST vs. 7lb Corn Can
  10. 03:29.30 Cal Soft Nose vs. 2L Bottle
  11. 03:57Grand Finale Shot
  12. 04:15Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Pulsar thermal imagers help visualize ballistic impacts?

Pulsar thermal imagers detect and display heat signatures. When a projectile strikes a target, it generates heat from friction and deformation. The thermal camera captures this heat, making the impact point and its effects visible, even in daylight or low-light conditions.

What types of targets were used to demonstrate Pulsar thermal imaging capabilities?

The demonstration included an armor plate to show bullet strikes, a heated can of corn to illustrate projectile fragmentation, a larger 7-pound can of corn for a more dramatic dispersal effect, and a 2-liter plastic bottle to visualize impact energy transfer.

What specific Pulsar thermal devices were featured in the video?

The video showcased three Pulsar thermal devices: the Helion 2 handheld imager, the Trail LFR thermal scope with a laser rangefinder, and the Thermion 2 LFR Pro, which is presented as their latest and most advanced thermal scope with rangefinding capabilities.

What calibers and bullet types were used in the ballistic tests?

The tests utilized 5.56mm ammunition with a 55-grain V-Max bullet, .308 Winchester ammunition with a 150-grain Hornady SST round, and a .30 caliber 125-grain soft nose bullet, demonstrating their impact characteristics through thermal imaging.

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