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ATN ARES 4-2 Night Vision Weapon Sight
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The ATN MARS Night Vision Weapon Sight is named after the Roman God of War for a reason, this is a night vision sight that is capable of incredible things: built to be submersible and waterproof so that it can go where you go, it is a rugged piece of equipment. An experienced night vision user can tell just by looking at this device, that it is built to a superb quality and with a special regard for the expert tactician or amateur lover of night vision that chooses this device.
Carefully built with the purest grades of heavy glass as well as optical designs that are computer assisted make the lens speed on the ATN MARS incredibly quick. It is the high speed, multi coated lenses - as well as the robust building of the night vision weapon sight - that make the ATN MARS such a powerful tool in the field.
The ATN MARS does not stop with the high quality multi coated glass optics, it also offers precision windage and elevation adjustments because the last thing you want is to be thrown off drastically by winds and other conditions beyond your control. You need the best control over your targeting available, and for that, the ATN MARS is a great choice of night vision sights.
It is also built with a Total Darkness IR system, and absolute must for professionals who need to know that their night vision device won’t let them down in situations where there simply isn’t any light to amplify. The Total Darkness Infra Red system (which has an indicator directly inside the Field of View) will keep you able to see even in conditions where no external light is available. Inside that same Field of View is a low battery indicator, making it easy to no when its time to switch out your battery.
The model that you are currently viewing is the ATN MARS 4x-2, which offers a Generation 2+ image intensifier unit with a resolution of 40/45 lp/mm. It also has 4x magnification, making this a strong choice for anyone who needs some intermediate range targeting.
The ATN MARS ships with an operation manual, a lens tissue, a warranty card, two lithium batteries, IR450-B4, a packing box, a hard case (MIL SPEC), a remote control unit, and a lens cap.
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.
| Total Darkness IR System | Yes |
| "SMART" Technology | No |
| IIT Generation | 2+ |
| Photocathode Type | Multi - Alkali |
| Resolution | 40-45 lp/mm |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 12-20 |
| Figure of Merit | <1250 |
| MTTF - Mean Time Before Failure | 5,000 hours |
| Magnification | 4x |
| Lens System | F 1.5, 108 mm |
| Proshield Lens Coating | Yes |
| FOV | 9° |
| Exit Pupil | 7 mm |
| Eye Relief | 45 mm |
| Range of Focus | 10 m to infinity |
| Diopter Adjustment | -5 to +5 |
| Controls | Direct |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Automatic Brightness Control | Yes |
| Bright Light Cut-off | Yes |
| Infrared Illuminator | Detachable IR450 |
| IR Indicator | Yes |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes (in FOV) |
| Power Supply | 1x1.5 V AA type battery or 1x3 V CR123A type battery |
| Battery Life | 55 hours (3 V) 40 hours (1.5 V) |
| Reticle System | Red or Amber on Green |
| Windage & Elewation Adjustment | 1/4 MOA |
| Environmental Rating | Waterproof |
| MIL-STD-810 | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -51 to +45 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -55 to +70 °C |
| Dimensions | 235x90x95 mm 9.3"x3.5"x3.7" |
| Weight | 1.3 kg / 2.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years |
ATN Mars4x-2 Night Vision Weapon Sight
- Superior quality Multi-coated all-glass optics
- Precision windage and elevation adjustments
- Tactical digital remote control
- Waterproof and submersible to 66 feet for 1 hour
- Included mount for Picatinny or 7/8” Weaver-style rail
- Unit accepts either, (1) 3V CR123A or (1) AA battery
- Nitrogen-purged for resistance to internal fogging
- Free Mil-spec hard case included
- Limited Two-Year Warranty
Gen 2 Night Vision
Please note that most high end night vision 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.
2nd generation is primarily used by law enforcement or for professional applications. This is because the cost of a 2nd Gen. unit is approximately $500.00 to $1000.00 more then a 1st Gen. The main difference between a 1st and a 2nd generation unit is the addition of a micro-channel plate, commonly referred to as a MCP. The MCP works as an electron amplifier and is placed directly behind the photocathode. The MCP consists of millions of short parallel glass tubes. When the electrons pass through these short tubes, thousands more electrons are released. This extra process allows 2nd generation units to amplify the light many more times then 1st generation giving you a brighter and sharper image. 2nd Gen. IIT standard 2nd generation tubes are high quality with exceptional brightness and resolution. Each tube has a micro channel plate, multi-alkaline photocathode with built-in power supply.
2nd Gen. IIT Features:
• Photo Cathode type: Multi-Alkali
• Resolution from 40 to 45 lp/mm
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio from 12 to 20
• 5,000+ hour tube life
Delivery Time and Manufacturing Process for ATN Mars4x-2 Night Vision Weapon Sight:
Most of our manufacturers do not keep products like ATN Mars4x-2 Night Vision Weapon Sight 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.
