USA Gen 3 Auto-Gated
Thin-filmed, auto-gated Gen 3 tubes from leading US manufacturers, assembled to Mil-Spec.
Image Intensification · Monocular
PVS-14
SKU · NVMPPVS1430
The standard-issue U.S. military single-tube night-vision monocular — handheld, head-, helmet-mounted, or behind a weapon optic. Assembled to Mil-Spec standards with current-production US Gen 3 image-intensifier tubes.
Key Advantage
Aided night vision for one eye while the other keeps its natural vision — instant switching between aided and unaided sight as light conditions change, built to Mil-Spec with premium US Gen 3 tubes (L3 / Elbit).
Highlights
Core specs and the features that set the PVS-14 apart.
- USA Gen 3 · Auto-Gated
- 1×
- FOV 40°
- f/1.2 · 27 mm
- 64–72 lp/mm
- Built-in IR
Multi-Coated All-Glass Optics
Proshield-coated all-glass optics for a clear, sharp image.
Built-in IR Illuminator
Integrated infrared source for use in extremely low light.
Manual Gain Control
User-adjustable gain to tune image brightness to the conditions.
Gen 3USA · Auto-Gated
1× · 40°Mag · FOV
64–72lp/mm Resolution
50 hBattery (AA)
Features
Built to Mil-Spec with premium US Gen 3 tubes (L3 / Elbit).
USA Gen 3 Auto-Gated
Thin-filmed, auto-gated Gen 3 tubes from leading US makers, assembled to Mil-Spec.
Multi-Coated All-Glass Optics
Proshield-coated all-glass optics for a clear, sharp image edge to edge.
Built-in IR Illuminator
Integrated infrared source for use in extremely low light.
Manual Gain Control
User-adjustable gain to tune brightness to the conditions.
Auto Brightness & Cut-off
Automatic brightness control and bright-light cut-off protect the tube and the eye.
Multi-Mount Versatility
Handheld, head-, helmet-mounted, or behind a weapon optic.
Mounting Options
One monocular, every way to carry it.
Handheld
Head-Mounted
Helmet-Mounted
Weapon-Side
Full Specifications
Complete technical data, smart features, and connectivity.
| SKU | NVMPPVS1430 |
|---|---|
| Generation | USA Gen 3 · Auto-Gated / Thin-Filmed |
| Magnification | 1× |
| Resolution | 64–72 lp/mm |
| Field of view | 40° |
| Lens system | f/1.2 · 27 mm |
| Proshield coating | Yes |
| Focus range | 0.25 m – ∞ |
| Diopter adj. | −5 … +2 |
| Automatic brightness | Yes |
| Bright-light cut-off | Yes |
| IR illuminator | Built-in |
| Manual gain control | Yes |
| Auto shut-off | Yes |
| Power | 1× AA (1.5 V) |
| Battery life | 50 h |
| Environmental | Water resistant |
| MIL-STD-810 | Complies |
| Operating temp. | −51 … +49 °C |
| Dimensions | 114 × 51 × 57 mm |
| Weight | 0.35 kg |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Government Channel
Spec It to Your Mission
Government-channel configurations of the PVS-14 differ from commercial variants, and tube grades (L3 / Elbit) are set per order. Request a quote or a capability briefing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What generation image-intensifier tube does the PVS-14 use?
A USA Gen 3, auto-gated/thin-filmed tube from leading US manufacturers (L3 / Elbit grades), assembled to Mil-Spec.
Does the PVS-14 have manual brightness control?
Yes — manual gain control lets the operator tune image brightness to conditions, alongside automatic brightness and bright-light cut-off.
Can the PVS-14 be mounted behind a weapon optic?
Yes — it's usable handheld, head-, or helmet-mounted, or behind a weapon optic, with a 40° field of view and 1× magnification.
Is the PVS-14 available for export?
No — the PVS-14 is not available for export; government-channel configurations differ from commercial variants and tube grades (L3 / Elbit) are set per order.