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The combination of the lightweight, rugged ATN PVS-31 housing with high-sensitivity Photonis 4G P45 tubes is a universal solution for maximally clear performance in passive-observation scenarios.
Photonis 4G is a product line designed for dynamic environments, offering a wide spectral response range and exceptional behaviour under rapid light changes.
These tubes deliver outstanding detail clarity and fast adaptation, making them one of the best options in the non-US Gen 2+ / 4G class.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
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| Housing | ATN PVS-31 |
| Tube Type | Photonis 4G White Phosphor |
| Tube Format | 18 mm (ANVIS-compatible) |
| Phosphor | P45 (White Phosphor) |
| Figure of Merit (FOM) | 2400 – ~2800 |
| SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio) | ~28 minimum, ~30 typical |
| Limiting Resolution (Center) | 64–72 lp/mm |
| High-Light Resolution (200 lx) | ~55 lp/mm |
| Halo | ≤ 0.75 mm |
| Spectral Response | ~350–400 nm to ~1100 nm |
| Tube Weight | ~70–75 g |
| Tube Lifetime | ≈ 10,000 hours |
| Auto-Gating | Present |
| System Power | 1× CR123A / external power module |
Comment / Quality Level
Photonis 4G is the highest-end European line, engineered for environments where other systems lose stability:
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excellent FOM up to ~2800 with extremely low Halo;
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rapid adaptation when transitioning from low to high illumination;
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a wide spectral response reaching deeper into the near-IR range;
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no “blooming” and exceptionally smooth performance in urban conditions, under streetlights and spotlights;
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stable behaviour in fog, rain, and dust.
In the PVS-31 housing, they provide excellent ergonomics, low weight, and highly effective passive-mode operation.
Suitable For
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Operators working in cities and mixed-lighting environments who need strong resistance to streetlights, headlights, and spotlights.
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Reconnaissance and foot-mobile teams requiring a lightweight binocular with high detail rendition.
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UAV operators working with minimal illumination.
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Security units operating under difficult lighting conditions.
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Users seeking maximum versatility without requiring U.S.-spec Gen 3 tubes.
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Professionals working in high-dynamic environments where rapid adaptation to changing light conditions is critical.