Safran TAD Thermal Augmentation Device
The Safran TAD (Thermal Augmentation Device) adds thermal imaging capability to compatible night vision systems, allowing users to view thermal information alongside traditional image-intensified imagery. Designed as a compact thermal overlay module, the TAD helps enhance situational awareness and identify heat signatures that may be difficult to distinguish through image intensification alone.
Available through Custom Night Vision with your choice of a PVS-14 mounting bracket or PVS-31A mounting bracket, the Safran TAD provides a way to add thermal augmentation to an existing night vision setup without replacing your entire system.
Key Features
- Thermal Image Augmentation: Combines thermal imagery with the intensified image from a compatible night vision device.
- Two Mounting Options: Choose a PVS-14 bracket or a PVS-31A bracket to match your equipment.
- Lightweight Design: Approximately 93 grams with the battery and mounting bracket.
- High-Resolution Thermal Sensor: 672 ร 544 uncooled long-wave infrared (LWIR) microbolometer.
- Multiple Viewing Modes: Full Thermal and Outline modes, with white-hot and black-hot polarity options.
- Compact Power System: Operates on a single CR123A battery.
- Rugged Construction: Designed for demanding field environments, with a reported submersion rating of up to 66 feet.
- Straightforward Integration: Adds thermal augmentation without requiring the purchase of an entirely new night vision goggle system.
Choose Your Mounting Configuration
Custom Night Vision offers the Safran TAD with two mounting bracket options:
PVS-14 Bracket
Designed for compatible PVS-14 configurations. Select this option when configuring the TAD for a PVS-14-based night vision setup.
PVS-31A Bracket
Designed for the L3Harris PVS-31A family of night vision goggles. Select this option when configuring the TAD for a compatible PVS-31A system.
Important: Mounting brackets are configuration-specific. Confirm your exact night vision device and bracket compatibility before ordering, particularly if you use a different PVS-31 variant.
Safran TAD Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Safran Defense & Space |
| Product Type | Thermal Augmentation Device |
| Sensor Technology | Uncooled LWIR microbolometer |
| Thermal Resolution | 672 ร 544 |
| Pixel Pitch | 10 ยตm |
| Field of View | Approximately 30ยฐ circular |
| Display Modes | Full Thermal / Outline |
| Polarity | White Hot / Black Hot |
| Power Source | One CR123A battery |
| Battery Runtime | Approximately 3.5 hours under specified conditions |
| Weight | Approximately 93 g with battery and bracket |
| Mount Options | PVS-14 / PVS-31A |
Specifications are based on published product information and may vary with configuration and operating conditions.
Why Choose the Safran TAD?
Traditional image-intensified night vision excels at amplifying available light, while thermal imaging detects differences in infrared radiation. Combining these capabilities can provide additional visual information in challenging conditions, including darkness and environments where heat signatures may be difficult to distinguish through image intensification alone.
The Safran TAD is designed for users who want thermal augmentation while retaining their compatible night vision equipment. Its compact form factor and dedicated mounting options make it an attractive option for professional users seeking additional thermal awareness without transitioning to a completely different goggle platform.
Shop Safran TAD at Custom Night Vision
Custom Night Vision helps customers configure night vision equipment around their specific requirements. When ordering the Safran TAD, select the appropriate PVS-14 or PVS-31A mounting bracket for your system.
Questions about compatibility or which configuration is right for your equipment? Contact Custom Night Vision for assistance.
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