AGM Anaconda TC50-384 – Medium Range Thermal Imaging Clip-On
Armasight by FLIR Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 Thermal Clip-on Sight 50mm Lens
Converting any standard day scope into a thermal imager, the FLIR Apollo Pro MR detects and engages targets day or night. The Apollo Pro MR packs state-of-the-art technology into a rugged housing, providing sharp thermal imaging in the toughest conditions. Quick-release Picatinny rail mounting makes installation possible in seconds and using an existing day scope reticle allows immediate shot precision—no rezeroing required.
The time is now. Armasight has introduced an amazing new design in their Thermal Imaging Clip on devices, making it easy to take high quality thermal imaging technology with you when you are on the move. While these new Armasight thermal imaging scopes offer the same technological prowess of fully mounted scopes, they are so much simpler, easily mounting in front of your current day time scope. No longer do you have to release your daytime mount and spend valuable time switching it out for a night vision scope of some kind - now you can simply clip on the Armasight thermal imaging scope in front of your existing daytime scope for quick and ready night vision imaging.
If you are not yet sure if thermal imaging technology is for you, ask yourself one question, is it worthwhile to know you will be able to see your target, even in inclement weather conditions? If so, then the answer is easy. You must invest in thermal imaging technology, because in bad weather conditions other night vision technology definitely has the potential to let you down. Thermal imaging promises you an incredible and clear night time view of the field, but not just when the sky is clear. Even in rain and fog and other bad weather conditions, targets still give off heat, which means thermal imaging still works.
Another advantage of thermal imaging over other night vision technology is camouflage. A well selected camouflage outfit can hide a lot from even the well trained eye, but it can’t hide from thermal imaging technology. This is yet another way that a simple thermal imaging clip on scope upgrades your entire tactical arsenal; it is simple and very effective.
The model that you are currently looking at is the Armasight Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 which offers a refresh rate of 30 hz and a pixel array format of 324 x 256.
This model ships with the thermal imaging clip on system, an objective lens cap, an output lens cap, a mount, 2 CR 123A lithium batteries, an Advanced Wireless Remote Control, a Picatinny Adaptor for Wireless Remote Control, four different Light Suppressors included one for Day Scope, an operation and maintenance manual, a soft carrying case, a and hard shipping case.
As with all our Night Vision and Thermal Imaging devices, Night Vision Guys offers competitive pricing on the best devices. The high quality of these devices guarantees that they will meet your expectations and serve you well. Buying these units from NightVisionGuys.com guarantees quick handling as well as excellent service and price.
Refresh Rate |
30hz |
Magnification |
1x |
Objective Lens Type |
Germanium |
Type of Focal Plane Array |
FLIR Tau 2 |
Pixel Array Format |
324×256 |
Pixel Size |
25 μm |
Resolution |
mrad 0.6 |
Display Type |
AMOLED SVGA 060 |
Pixel Display Format |
800×600 |
Display Brightness |
Discretely Adjustable to 8 Levels |
Turn-on Time |
max 3 sec |
Temperature Imaging Modes |
White Hot, Black Hot, Fusion, Rainbow, Globow, Ironbow 1, Ironbow 2, Sepia, Color 1, Color 2, Ice-Fire, Rain, and OEM Custom |
Reticle Type |
No Reticle |
Analog Input/Output Format |
PAL* / NTSC |
Output Resolution (PAL / NTSC) |
768×574 pixels / 640×480 pixels |
Weapon Mount Type |
Picatinny MIL STD 1913 and Weaver Rails |
Overall Dimensions |
217×70×80 mm (8.5”×2.8”×3.2“) |
Height of the Apollo Axis above Rail |
40 mm (1.57 in) |
Weight (w/o Batteries) |
0.7 kg (1.5 lbs) |
Field of View (horizontal x vertical) |
11° x 9° |
Objective Focal Length |
55 mm |
Objective F-number |
1:1 |
Eyepiece Focal Length |
25 mm |
Entrance Pupil Diameter |
55 mm |
Exit Pupil Diameter |
25mm |
Eye Relief |
45-55 mm |
Focus Method |
Manual |
Focusing Range |
5 m to infinity
|
Battery |
Two CR 123A (2×3V) |
Current Consumption |
maximum 350 mA |
Battery Life at 20 °C (68 °F) |
4h |
External Power Supply |
6 VDC/ 1 A |
Operating Temperature |
-40 to +50 °C (-40 to +122 °F) |
Storage Temperature |
-50 to +70 °C (-58 to +158 °F) |
Recoil Resistance |
700g |
Immersion |
10 m for 30 min |
Armasight by FLIR Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 Thermal Clip-on Sight 50mm Lens
Converting any standard day scope into a thermal imager, the FLIR Apollo Pro MR detects and engages targets day or night. The Apollo Pro MR packs state-of-the-art technology into a rugged housing, providing sharp thermal imaging in the toughest conditions. Quick-release Picatinny rail mounting makes installation possible in seconds and using an existing day scope reticle allows immediate shot precision—no rezeroing required.
START-UP PRECISION
- Use of existing day scope reticle removes the need to rezero and allows familiar shooting position and eye relief.
RELIABLE TOUGHNESS
- Extended battery life up to seven hours and ruggedized housing maintain vision in harsh weather conditions.
EXCEPTIONAL DETECTION
- 50 mm optical lens and FLIR Tau 2 thermal core work with onboard image processing to quickly and clearly detect targets downrange.
Armasight proudly unveils its new handheld mobile device applications for Android and iOS that significantly enhance the user experience of Armasight’s –PRO series thermal imagers. These FREE applications allow hunters and others to pinpoint their position, their direction of aim and the geocoordinates (Geotagging) of the target when using Armasight’s optional clip-on rangefinder using both terrain map or satellite map features on their respective mobile devices. Other key data displayed include shot counter for our latest imagers, battery status, compass, elevation, and default range. Additionally, these applications permit a user to select a tab for –PRO Series system level remote operations to change all functions normally reserved for the wireless remote via your cell phone in a very simple and intuitive graphic presentation. For Android users there is also the added benefit of importing Kestrel 4500 series weather station data directly to the mobile device. Access to these applications is easy and FREE through Google Play and the Apple Store. Download your copy today and start immediately enjoying the added benefits of Armasight’s continued cutting edge development.
Summary of New Apollo-PRO Thermal Clip-On Features
- Both iOS and Android application will work with all Pro Series of scopes purchased after November 15th, 2015. Older Pro scopes may have full, partial or no functionality with Apps
- Geotagging/Coordinates (displayed on mobile device and in FOV of the scope)
- Target Direction/Orientation on the Map
- Battery Capacity Indication
- Shot Counter
- Fully functional remote control shadowing all the functions of 5-button scope control:
- – Reticle pattern and color selection
- – One shot Zeroing
- – Color Pallets Selection
- – E-Zoom
- – Screen Brightness
- – Instant Manual NUC calibration
- – Rifle Profile Selection
- – Other drop-down menu functions
- Elevation
- Digital Compass
- Target Range (requires optional LRF)
- Target Coordinates (requires optional LRF)
- Additional data available for Android application only and in conjunction with Kestrel 4500 series weather stations with Bluetooth:
- – Wind Direction (displayed on mobile device and in FOV of the scope)
- – Wind Speed (displayed on mobile device and in FOV of the scope)
- – Crosswind
- – Headwind
- – Ambient Temperature
- – Barometric Pressure
- – Humidity
- – Other weather station dat
Armasight Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 Thermal Clip-on Sight 50mm Lens Features
- Armasight Apollo 336-30 (Tau 2 -336x256 Core (25μm) 30Hz)
- Simple and Quick conversion of daytime scope to Thermal Imaging
- Mounts in front of any daytime scope, no re-zeroing required
- High-resolution thermal imaging
- Compact, lightweight, durable housing
- True magnification
- High-end OLED display
- Video output
- Quick Release Mount
- Rapid start-up
Armasight Mobile App for Apollo-Pro Thermal Clip-on Sight models:
iOS Armasight Application Android Armasight Application
Thermal Imaging
Please note that most thermal devices are built per order. It may take 3-5 days or more for your order to ship. If timely shipping is important to you, please, contact us to verify availability prior to ordering.
Thermal devices can produce various types of images. Some are color others are monochrome. In either case change in shade or color indicates temperature differences.
Here is how thermal imaging devices work...
A special lens focuses the infrared light emitted by all of the objects in view.
The focused light is scanned by a phased array of infrared-detector elements. The detector elements create a very detailed temperature pattern called a thermogram. It only takes about one-thirtieth of a second for the detector array to obtain the temperature information to make the thermogram. This information is obtained from several thousand points in the field of view of the detector array.
The thermogram created by the detector elements is translated into electric impulses.
The impulses are sent to a signal-processing unit, a circuit board with a dedicated chip that translates the information from the elements into data for the display.
The signal-processing unit sends the information to the display, where it appears as various colors depending on the intensity of the infrared emission. The combination of all the impulses from all of the elements creates the image.
There are a few key Manufacturers when it comes to thermal imaging.
ATN: produce such well knows devies as ThOR-HD thermal scope, BINOX-THD thermal binoculars, and OTS-HD thermal monocular.
FLIR/Armasight: the largest maker of consumer level thermal products is well knows for their full product line. Zeus thermal scopes, Q14 and Scout monoculars, Helios and Scout binoculars and many more.
Pulsar: a very popular brand for digital night vision and thermal imaging. Key products include Pulsar Trail and Apex thermal scopes and Pulsar Helion and Quantum thermal monoculars.
Seek: mobile device mounted thermal cameras are the main products of this brand.
Delivery Time and Manufacturing Process for Armasight by FLIR Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 Thermal Clip-on Sight 50mm Lens:
Most of our manufacturers do not keep products like Armasight by FLIR Apollo-Pro MR 336-30 Thermal Clip-on Sight 50mm Lens assembled on the shelf. Night Vision tubes are kept separate from the body of the unit. When the order is placed, the manufacturer starts the order processing and assembly process which includes the following:
- Order processing - we collect all the necessary information including address and phone numbers. We also make sure that our customer ordered the correct product for their needs and that the product can be exported by US law to the country of destination. In some cases a signed export compliance form is required.
- QC - in this step the manufacturer will inspect all individual parts which will be used to assemble the night vision device for any defects.
- Production & Assembly - during production, all the parts are put together. Night Vision tubes in inserted into the body of the unit and all the complex electronics for the device are connected. This process takes place in a special lab called the "clean room" as even a small speckle of dust can cause undesired optical effect.
- QA - one the night vision device is assembled, it goes through a rigorous testing process to make sure it meets all the expected specifications and all parts function as expected. For this most manufacturers have a special "dark room" designed to allow testing of the units without causing incidental damage to the night vision tube by exposure to bright light.
- Packaging - this is a key process as well. In most case your night vision device will be shipped to you directly from the manufacturer but sometimes needs to be sent to us first. In either case items need to be packaged securely to avoid any kind of damage during transportation.
- Shipping - as described above items will most of the time ship from the manufacturer. For most domestic orders (unless shipping to POB or AFB) a premium shipper like FedEx or UPS will be used.
Only by following the above steps can we along with our manufacturers bring you - our customer - night vision products of highest quality, However as you can understand the above process can take several days to complete. For example if your device fails QA, the entire process restarts. Also at QC stage a manufacturer may realize that the tube they have in stock has a defect and a replacement tube needs to be ordered. Due to the complexity of this process, it is prudent to expect 3-4 business days for production and handling of the purchased device. Keep in mind that this process is designed to guarantee your satisfaction with the night vision device of your choice. It occasionally possible to expedite the process for urgent orders but addional fees or other restrictions may apply.
From Our Community
Question
I have gone to local gun shops that have clip on thermal sights and had some issues with attaching them to or holding them in front of the rifle scopes that I own. I was told that the sights would not work with my scopes because of the power but wanted to confirm this with a more experienced person/company. The scopes I would plan on using this device with include Vortex PST Viper 6-24x FFP, SWFA 10x, Zeiss conquest 3-9, US Optics 5-25xand other assorted scopes with the low powers ranging from 1 to 6 power. Will this clip on sight allow me to use the scopes mentioned or would I be required to run it as a dedicated unit? Also, should this clip on not work with the scopes listed, is there a unit that will?
From Jeremy on Mar 23, 2016
Answer
Hi Jeremy. Clip-on thermal and night vision scopes work best with low power scopes. Depending on your weapon and available space on the rail you may have to use special mounts to attach the clipon either to the scope directly or via a special extension rail but other than that I am not sure why they would tell you that it would not work. What was their argumentation?