Civilian AN/PEQ-15 (ATPIAL-C) by TNVC & L-3 Coming Soon
Tactical Night Vision Company has announced the upcoming release of a civilian legal ATPIAL-C, known to the military community as the AN/PEQ-15. The new civilian legal version incorporates a Class 1 infrared laser pointed and class 3R laser illuminator instead of restricted components. The ATPIAL will still have the red visible laser pointer.
Details:
The ATPIAL-C is a MILSPEC laser system, taken off the same production line as its full power counterpart, the ATPIAL. The only difference is the ATPIAL-C is fitted with a Class1 infrared laser pointer diode and Class 3R infrared laser illuminator (fixed focus) diode, instead of the full power (restricted) Class IIIb diodes. All other parts, components, and accessories are exactly the same as the standard issue AN/PEQ-15. The Red Visible and Infrared Laser Pointers are slaved so that zeroing one will zero the other in tandem. The Infrared Laser Illuminator is a true laser illuminator system, producing no bright downrange visible signature as seen in infrared LED’s. In order to stay within civilian legal guidelines, the Illuminator is lower power, able to reach 150 yards and is non-adjustable. This is perfect for short to medium range engagements. Like the full power ATPIAL, the ATPIAL-C’s Infrared Illuminator can be used to wash out the bloom of the Infrared Laser Pointer at engagement distances.
The ATPIAL-C is a low profile laser system that mounts to any standard M1913 Picatinny Rail. It’s design allows it to sit lower on the rail than most other lasers, creating a “saddle bag” affect, so as not to impede the shooter’s sight picture when mounted at the 12 o’clock position. Its glass-reinforced high-strength polymer body housing is very robust and impact resistant. The unit features a simple dial selector for changing the output settings on top of the housing. Activation is achieved via the included remote pressure pad or on-board “fire” button. A rear-facing battery compartment makes changing batteries simple and convenient, even when the unit is pushed all the way forward against a standard AR Front Sight Base (by the way: you should never store your expensive night vision and lasers with the batteries installed). Windage and elevation adjustments require a small flat head screw driver and produce positive clicks.
Specs (Courtesy of TNVC):
- Manufacturer:L3/ Insight Technology
- Dimensions:4.6″(L) x 2.8″(W) x 1.6″(H)
- Weight:7.5 oz. w/ Battery
- Power:One (1) 3V DL123A Battery
- Battery Life:>6 Hours in Dual High
- Waterproof:6 Meters for One Hour
- Warranty:1 Year Warranty
- Infrared Laser Spec:—————————————————-
- IR Laser Class:Class1
- IR Laser Output:0.7 mW
- IR Laser Divergence:0.5 mRad
- IR Laser Wavelength:820nm – 850nm
- IR Laser Range:>450 Yards
- Visible Laser Spec:—————————————————-
- Visible Laser Class:IIIR Red
- Visible Laser Output:4.6 mW
- Visible Laser Divergence:0.5 mRad
- Visible Laser Wavelength:605nm – 665nm
- Visible Laser Range:>25 Meters in Direct Sun
- IR Illuminator Specs:—————————————————-
- IR Illuminator Class:IIIR Infrared
- IR Illuminator Output:3 mW
- IR Illuminator Divergence:105 mRad
- IR Illuminator Wavelength:820nm – 850nm
- IR Illuminator Range:>150 Yards
Those looking for night IR designation can pre-order them directly and only from TNVC. Both Black and Tan are available for order for $1,199.00
One of TFB's resident Jarheads, Nathan now works within the firearms industry. A consecutive Marine rifle and pistol expert, he enjoys local 3-gun, NFA, gunsmithing, MSR's, & high-speed gear. Nathan has traveled to over 30 countries working with US DoD & foreign MoDs.The above post is my opinion and does not reflect the views of any company or organization.
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Is $1200 a special pre-order price or standard? Maybe if optics planet sells it for around $1k then i'll pick one up next august when the EOtech rebate is offered.
I agree that high power ir lasers can be dangerous, but the civilian ones are so weak as to be almost useless. However, none of the component parts of even a class 4 cutting laser are that hard to get. We have built several in our shop for cutting and engraving purposes, and even a ray gun for my kids with a 2 watt purple beam, which lets them turn insects into little puffs of smoke. But back to the original topic- Hunting wild hogs at night with NVGs and an I/R laser is a hoot.