ACT DTNVS

The DTNVS is a lightweight folding binocular housing developed and sold by Act In Black. It is built on proven technology, and upgraded for greater reliability compared to previous generations of night vision binoculars.

ACT In Black DTNVS housing with milspec PVS-14 front optics as produced by Carson.

Design and construction

The DTNVS is made from lightweight and durable materials, able to withstand hard use and harsh enviorments which is particularly desirable during special operations.

Its design allows for a low profile when folded to the helmet with the pods fully extended. This also reduces neck strain when using the device on extended missions.

It features an induvidual sideways articulated ON/OFF for each pod and a general ON/OFF when folded up. Just like its predecessor DTNVG the DTNVS incorporates an IR LED for short range illumination with separate IR-ON indicator in each pod as well as a low battery power indicator.

The DTNVS uses a standard CR123A battery for power, which provides over 25 hours of runtime. The device does not feature an external battery port, so users have to rely on bringing spares to replace the battery if it runs out of power in the field. However, when either pods are flipped up, it havles the power consumption, thereby giving the device a longer runtime.

Technical data and specifications

The device weighs 441-510 grams, depending on the chosen optic and tube for the device. It is compliant with the MIL-STD-810G standard.