Pulsar AXION XG30 COMPACT Hand Held Thermal Monocular - 30mm <40mK 640x480px 12um
Ideal for portability, the Axion Compact XG30 Thermal Monocular is small but mighty. With a European-made Lynred 640×480, 12µm <40 NETD thermal sensor that detects even the smallest heat sources, and a powerful 30mm f1.2 germanium lens, the Axion XG30 delivers crisp thermal images. Lightweight, easy to handle, and durable, this handheld monocular performs reliably in various environments for both close and long-range observation.
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Big Performance, Compact Design
The Axion Compact XG30 from Pulsar introduces a compact and lightweight powerhouse to their range of high-performance thermal imaging monoculars. With a highly sensitive 640×480, 12µm, <40 NETD European-made Lynred thermal sensor and a powerful 30mm f1.2 germanium objective lens, this device may be small enough to fit in your pocket, but its size is no indication of its capabilities — offering an impressive detection range of up to 1300m in day- or night-time conditions.
Wide Field of View
Designed to reveal even more, the Axion Compact XG30 features a wide 14.6° field of view, opening up the observation area and enabling more comfortable searching and scanning of large areas. With its wider field of view, high-performing thermal sensor, and powerful objective lens, this monocular will detect a heat source at impressive distances, revealing in stunning, crystal-clear detail, an observed animal’s important anatomical features.
Extended Power for Prolonged Observation
With up to 7 hours of battery life provided by a removable, rechargeable Pulsar APS3 battery, the XG30 provides longer periods of observation, allowing you to keep going through the day and into the night. Because the APS3 is removeable, you can even replace it with a spare in the field to extend your observations even further.
Built For All Conditions
Its robust magnesium alloy bodyshell provides ample protection against everyday bumps, knocks, and scrapes; keeps the device protected from dust- and moisture ingress; allows the monocular to be used in adverse weather conditions, including dense fog, heavy rain, and snow; and even keeps the device running unaffected after being immersed in water.
A stylish new rubberised strip along the bottom of the device ensures better grip in both wet and dry conditions — providing even more security when using the device in the field.
8 Colour Palettes
As with all current Pulsar devices, the Axion Compact XG30 features eight colour palettes designed to enhance your thermal observation experience, allowing you to observe your field of view more effectively by optimising the monocular for specific tasks and reacting to changing observation conditions.
White Hot, Black Hot and Red Hot are optimal for object detection.
Rainbow and Ultramarine help increase chances for recognition & identification.
Red Monochrome, Sepia and Violet are most suitable for long observation in the night
Built-in Video Recorder
Built-in video recording (with audio) and still image capture ensures you’ll never miss your favourite moments during observation. Videos and images captured on the device are stored on the generous internal memory and can even be stored on the cloud via Stream Vision 2, so you can access your favourite clips and images on the go.
Stream Vision 2
Connect the Axion Compact XG30 to Stream Vision 2 using an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet and discover a wide range of connectivity features, including:
The ability to use a mobile phone as a wireless remote to control and adjust the device’s settings. View all the changes made on a smartphone or tablet screen in real-time. This feature also allows for remote recording of footage or capture of still images.
A gallery of photos and videos captured on the device that can be browsed through and downloaded. These videos and images can also be shared easily.
The ability to remotely update the device’s firmware, meaning users can enjoy all the latest features and ensure it is always running at the top of its game.
- Thermal Sensor 640×480, 12µm, <40 mK NETD
- Objective Lens 30mm f1.2
- Frame Rate 50 Hz
- Magnification 2.0-16.0x
- Field of View (FOV) 14.6°
- Eye Relief 14 mm
- Detection Range 1300m
- Rangefinder Stadiametric
- Battery Pulsar APS3 rechargeable & replaceable
- Battery Life Up to 7 hours
- Audio/Video Built-in video recorder (with audio) & still image capture
- Internal Memory 64GB
- Video Format MP4
- Video Resolution 960×900
- Image Format .JPG
- Image Resolution 960×600
- Wi-Fi Yes
- Stream Vision 2 Compatible
- Body Material Magnesium alloy
- Level of Protection IPX7 (waterproof)
- Operating Temperature -25 to +40°C
- Dimensions 144 x 41 x 69 mm
- Weight 310g
- High-Sensitivity Thermal Sensor: Equipped with a 640×480, 12µm, <40 NETD Lynred thermal sensor and 30mm f1.2 germanium lens for clear imaging and up to 1300m detection range.
- Wide Field of View: Offers a 14.6° field of view for easier scanning of large areas, revealing detailed anatomical features at long distances.
- Extended Battery Life: Up to 7 hours of observation with a removable APS3 battery, plus the option for a quick swap in the field.
- Rugged Build: Magnesium alloy body with IPX7 rating for full protection against water, dust, and harsh weather.
- Enhanced Grip: New rubberized strip for a secure hold in wet or dry conditions.
- Eight Colour Palettes: Versatile colour modes for different observation needs—detection, identification, or extended nighttime viewing.
- Integrated Video Recording: Captures videos (with audio) and images, with generous internal storage and cloud access via Stream Vision 2.
- Stream Vision 2 Connectivity: Wireless control via Android/iOS, real-time settings adjustments, gallery access, and easy firmware updates.
- Axion Compact XG30 thermal imaging monocular
- APS 3 rechargeable battery
- Power adaptor
- USB Type-C cable with USB Type-A adaptor
- Carrying case
- Hand strap
- Quick user manual
- Lens cloth
- Warranty sheet
- Pulsar 3 year warranty
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