History

The AN/PVS-7B represents the current state of the art in night vision goggles. Initially, it will augment the AN/PVS-5 NVG, and over time, it will replace the AN/PVS-5. The Marine Corps is interested in procuring a clip-on Night Vision Magnification Device (NVMD) to satisfy the need to see targets at the maximum effective range of its weapons.

Description

The AN/PVS-7B is a single-tube night vision goggle, Generation III image intensifier which uses prisms and lenses to provide the user with simulated binocular vision. The Marine Corps is acquiring the AN/PVS-7B, a model which incorporates a high light level protection circuit in a passive, self-contained image intensifier device which amplifies existing ambient light to provide the operator a means of conducting night operations. A shipping case, soft carrying case, eyepiece and objective lens cap, and filter are ancillary items. A demist shield is also provided to prevent fogging of eyepiece.

~Manufacturer:
ITT, Roanoke, Virginia
Litton, Tempe, Arizona


~Length:
5.9 inches (14.99 centimeters)


~Width:
6.1 inches (15.49 centimeters)


~Height:
3.9 inches (9.91 centimeters)


~Weight:
24 ounces (.68 kilograms)


~Magnification:
1x


~Range, Man-Sized Target:
Starlight: Man-Sized Target, 100 meters; vehicle-Sized Target, 500 meters

Moonlight: Man-Sized Target, 300 meters



~Field of View:
40? (circular)


~Power Source:
Mercury, Nickel Cadmium, or Lithium Battery (2.7V) (BA-5567 or AA Cells)


~Operation Time:
12 hours on one 2.7 volt battery


~Inventory:
2,300


~Unit Replacement Cost:
$6,000