Pulsar Apex 2-4x42 XD50 Thermal Riflescope
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From Night Vision Guys about Pulsar Apex XD50A Thermal Riflescope
As you probably know if you have done your research into the thermal riflescope space, there are several key product line to choose from. Historically, FLIR, Armasight and ATN have been the leaders. Both ATN and Armasight primarily use FLIR made cores in their scopes. This results in pretty uniform capability as far as core functionality with some variations in addon features offered by each manufacturer.
Pulsar Apex line is different. The cores are not FLIR made. As a result they do not have the multple color pallettes as ATN and Armasight scopes do. However, Apex thermal scopes and XD50A in particular offer a very capable 50hz refresh rate with good quality LCD display. The resolution of the unit is 384x288. This is not as high as some of the competitors offer but the price of XD50A is much lower as well. With 1,400 yard effective range, Apex Xd50A is a very good option for any hunter. THe black on white and white on black modes are often preferred by experienced hunters even when color variation are available. This is due to a more significant contrast. So XD50A is not missing out too much by not having the collor modes.
Overall, we think that Apex line is full of good and reliable products. Ergonomics are great and optics seem to be good quality. Thios is certainly a good onctender for your money.
From Pulsar about Apex XD50A 2-8x42 Thermal Riflescope
The Pulsar Apex™ 2-8x42 XD50A Thermal Riflescope is engineered for a wide variety of precision long-distance applications including hunting, security and surveillance, and law enforcement. Its thermal core resolution of 384x288 captures maximum thermal energy efficiently for a more detailed “white hot” and “black hot” image up to 1,400 yards. Long-distance viewing is made possible by the continuous digital zoom for an extended range of magnification. Engineered with crisp LCD display and a high 50 hz frame rate, this cutting-edge thermal riflescope delivers a consistent, vivid image of faster-moving objects.
The Apex™ XD50A’s 4x digital zoom offers a continuous digital zoom for an extended range of magnification. Its one-shot zeroing and freeze function takes an image of the target to quickly zero the crosshairs to the firearm’s point of impact.
The Pulsar Apex XD50A includes 3 operating modes (Rocks, Forest and Identification) for enhanced contrast, significantly improving rendering of hot object details. Users can choose from the automatic, manual or semi-automatic calibration modes, which calibrates the lens in just 1 to 2 seconds. The internal dampening system keeps the thermal core stable up to 1,000Gs of recoil, equivalent to a .375 H&H bolt-action rifle. The Pulsar thermal scope also includes updatable software; ensuring users keep improving their Apex’s performance.
Technical Specifications for Pulsar Apex XD50A Thermal Scope
| Electronic components | |
|---|---|
| Type of Microbolometer | Uncooled Microbolometer |
| Frame Rate, Hz | 50 |
| Microbolometer resolution, pixels | 384х288 |
| Spectral Sensitivity, µm | 8-14 |
| Pixel Pitch, µm | 25 |
| Video format | PAL/NTSC |
| Display type | AMLCD |
| Display Resolution, pix. | 640x480 |
| Video IN / OUT availability | no/yes |
| The operation modes | rocks, forest, identification |
| Defective pixel repair option | yes |
| Optical characteristics | |
| Magnification, x | 2-8x |
| Digital zoom, x | continuous zoom 1x-4х |
| Lens diameter, mm | 42 |
| Lens focus, mm | 50 |
| Relative aperture, D/f' | 1:1.2 |
| Field of View,°, horizontal * vertical | 11/8.2 - 2x zoom (5.5/ 4.1) - 4х zoom (2.75/2.05) |
| Field of View, m@100m, horizontal | 19.2 (2x zoom - 9.6/4x zoom -4.8) |
| Minimum focusing distance, m | 5 |
| Eye Relief, mm | 67 |
| Diopter adjustment, dptr. | - 4…+ 3.5 |
| Focusing type of distance | objective |
| Range of Detection, m\n | |
| Range of detection, yd / m (object (human = 1.7*0.5m) | 1400 / 1250 |
| Power Supply | |
| Power Supply | 4-6 V |
| Battery type | 2xCR123 |
| Battery life (with video out off), hours | 5 |
| External Power Supply | Pulsar EPS3 or EPS5 |
| Reticle | |
| Windage & Elevation, 1 click (H/V), mm@100m | 30/30 |
| Windage & Elevation adjustment range, mm | 6000/6000 |
| Number of preloaded reticles | 10 |
| Reticle Type | Variable electronic reticles |
| Physical & operational characteristics | |
| Lens Material | germanium, glass |
| Body Material | glass-nylon composite |
| Type of mount for attachment of additional accessories | weaver |
| Operating Temp,°F/°С | 5 to 122 / -15 to +50 |
| Level of Protection (acc. to IEC 60529) | IP67 100% dustproof and submergible to 1m for 1 hour |
| Waterproofness, yes/no | yes |
| Calibration | manual\automatic\semi-automatic |
| Shockresistance on rifled weapon, J | 6000 |
| Mounting brackets on weapon | weaver/picatinny |
| Remote control | wireless |
| Length, in/mm | 13.5 / 343 |
| Width, in/mm | 3.1 / 80 |
| Height, in/mm | 3 / 75 |
| Weight (without batteries/without mount), oz/g | 24.7 / 700 |
Pulsar Apex XD50A 2-8x42 Thermal Riflescope
• 384x288 thermal resolution, 50hz refresh rate
• High 640x480 resolution LCD display
• 1,400yd detection range (human)
• 2-8x magnification
• One-shot zeroing with freeze function
• 4x digital zoom
• Manual, automatic, and semi-automatic calibration modes
• Memorization of 3 zeroing parameters
• 10 variable electronic reticles • IRIS technology, increased recognition and detection software
• Rock, forest, and identification viewing modes
• Hot white/ hot black viewing modes
• Defective pixel repair feature
• Video output
• External power supply adaptable
Pulsar Apex XD50A 2-8x42 Thermal Riflescope ships with:
• Adapter Cable (Video out & Power)
• Mount and screws
• Hex-nut Wrench
• Carrying case
• User Manual
• Cleaning cloth
• Wireless Remote
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 Pulsar Apex XD50A 2-8x42 Thermal Riflescope:
Most of our manufacturers do not keep products like Pulsar Apex XD50A 2-8x42 Thermal Riflescope 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.
