Noctis - NVD | Mil-Spec Lens Set
Noctis - NVD | Mil-Spec Lens Set
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Mil-Spec vs. Ultralight Optics
Traditional Mil-Spec glass prioritizes proven optical performance, durability, and broad compatibility. For users looking to reduce the overall weight of their night vision system, QDEF also offers lightweight optical packages from MBS and Rochester Precision Optics (RPO).
Because a binocular night vision system uses two objective lenses and two eyepiece assemblies, reducing the weight of the optics can make a meaningful difference in the overall weight and balance of the completed system.
MBS ULR Optics
MBS ULR optics are a lightweight alternative to traditional Mil-Spec PVS-14 glass. They are designed for users who want to reduce optical weight while maintaining the familiar PVS-14-pattern optical architecture.
For lightweight monocular and binocular builds, MBS ULR provides another option for reducing the weight of the complete night vision system without changing the housing or image intensifiers.
RPO Ultralight Optics
Rochester Precision Optics (RPO) takes a similar weight-focused approach with its ultralight objective and RPO 4.0 eyepiece assemblies.
RPO optics are designed for users building premium lightweight night vision systems where reducing the weight of the objective and eyepiece assemblies is a priority.
Which Optics Should You Choose?
Mil-Spec Noctis/NVD is the traditional choice for proven optical performance, durability, and broad compatibility. MBS ULR and RPO 4.0 provide lightweight alternatives for builds where reducing overall system weight is a priority.
There isn't a single optical package that's right for every system. Housing, image intensifiers, intended use, weight target, and budget should all be considered when selecting the optics for a night vision build.
Need Help Choosing Night Vision Optics?
Quad Defense offers MBS ULR, Mil-Spec Noctis/NVD, and RPO 4.0 optical configurations across our compatible custom night vision systems. If you're unsure which option makes the most sense for your build, our team can help compare the available configurations.
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QDEF COMPLIANCE // U.S. EXPORT CONTROL
Export &
ITAR Compliance
Certain products, components, technical data, and services offered by Quad Defense may be controlled under United States export-control laws and regulations.
These requirements may include the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), or other applicable U.S. laws and regulations.
Customers are responsible for understanding and complying with the export-control requirements applicable to the products or information they purchase, receive, transfer, resell, or otherwise provide to others.
Do not export, re-export, transfer, release, or provide controlled products, technical data, or services to a foreign person, foreign destination, or unauthorized end user without first determining whether U.S. Government authorization is required.
This includes transfers that may occur inside the United States when controlled technical data or other controlled items are released to a foreign person.
What Is ITAR?
The International Traffic in Arms Regulations are administered by the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC).
ITAR governs defense articles, defense services, and related technical data identified on the United States Munitions List, as well as certain exports, temporary imports, reexports, retransfers, and other controlled transactions.
Not every product sold by Quad Defense is necessarily ITAR-controlled. Export classification depends on the specific product, component, technology, technical data, and transaction.
Night Vision & Related Equipment
Night vision products and related equipment may be subject to U.S. export-control restrictions depending on their classification, configuration, technical characteristics, origin, and intended destination or end user.
Some products may fall under ITAR jurisdiction while others may be controlled under the Export Administration Regulations or another regulatory framework.
The absence of an βITARβ label on a product page should not be interpreted as confirmation that the product is unrestricted for international transfer.
Who May Receive Controlled Items?
Export-control rules can restrict who may receive certain products, technical data, or defense services.
ITAR distinguishes between U.S. persons and foreign persons. The applicable regulatory definitions should be used when determining whether a particular transfer or release requires authorization.
Citizenship alone should not be used as the sole test for every export-control determination.
Authorization May Be Required
Depending on the item and circumstances, U.S. Government authorization may be required before a controlled product or technical data may be:
- Exported from the United States
- Re-exported from one foreign country to another
- Retransferred to a different end user or end use
- Released or provided to a foreign person
- Sold or transferred to another party for a different destination or purpose
- Used to furnish a controlled defense service
Applicable licenses, agreements, exemptions, exceptions, or other authorizations must be determined before the transaction occurs.
Resale Does Not Remove Export Restrictions
Purchasing a product from Quad Defense and later reselling or transferring it does not eliminate applicable U.S. export-control restrictions.
Customers who resell controlled products are responsible for ensuring that subsequent transfers comply with applicable export-control laws, end-user restrictions, destination restrictions, licensing requirements, and other regulatory obligations.
Where appropriate, downstream purchasers should also be informed that the product may be subject to U.S. export-control restrictions.
Technical Information May Also Be Controlled
Export controls may apply not only to physical hardware but also to certain technical information associated with controlled products.
Depending on its content and classification, controlled technical data may include certain detailed information relating to the design, development, production, manufacture, assembly, operation, repair, testing, maintenance, or modification of controlled defense articles.
Quad Defense may therefore limit the distribution of certain technical information or documentation when necessary to comply with applicable export-control obligations.
Purchaser Acknowledgment
By purchasing or receiving export-controlled products, technical data, or services from Quad Defense, the purchaser acknowledges responsibility for complying with applicable U.S. export-control laws and regulations.
I understand that certain products or technical information provided by Quad Defense may be subject to U.S. export-control laws and regulations.
I will not export, re-export, transfer, release, or otherwise provide controlled products or technical data contrary to applicable U.S. law.
I understand that U.S. Government authorization may be required before certain items or technical data may be transferred to a foreign destination, foreign person, different end user, or different end use.
If I resell or transfer controlled products, I am responsible for determining and complying with applicable restrictions governing that subsequent transaction.
I understand that violations of U.S. export-control laws may result in significant civil, criminal, and administrative penalties.
Quad Defense May Refuse a Transaction
Quad Defense reserves the right to refuse, cancel, delay, or request additional information regarding any transaction when necessary to evaluate export-control compliance, end use, end user, destination, or other legal requirements.
This may include requesting information sufficient to verify purchaser identity, intended end use, ultimate destination, or other compliance information relevant to the transaction.
Classification & Legal Guidance
Information provided on this page is intended as a general compliance notice and does not constitute legal advice, an export classification, or authorization to export any specific product.
Customers requiring a formal classification or authorization should consult the applicable U.S. Government agency or qualified export-control counsel before proceeding with a transaction.
QDEF COMPLIANCE // QUESTIONS
Questions Before You Order?
If you have questions about whether Quad Defense can fulfill an order to a particular customer, destination, or organization, contact us before placing the order.
Email: sales@quaddefense.com
QDEF COMPLIANCE // U.S. EXPORT CONTROL
Export &
ITAR Compliance
Certain products, components, technical data, and services offered by Quad Defense may be controlled under United States export-control laws and regulations.
These requirements may include the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), or other applicable U.S. laws and regulations.
Customers are responsible for understanding and complying with the export-control requirements applicable to the products or information they purchase, receive, transfer, resell, or otherwise provide to others.
Do not export, re-export, transfer, release, or provide controlled products, technical data, or services to a foreign person, foreign destination, or unauthorized end user without first determining whether U.S. Government authorization is required.
This includes transfers that may occur inside the United States when controlled technical data or other controlled items are released to a foreign person.
What Is ITAR?
The International Traffic in Arms Regulations are administered by the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC).
ITAR governs defense articles, defense services, and related technical data identified on the United States Munitions List, as well as certain exports, temporary imports, reexports, retransfers, and other controlled transactions.
Not every product sold by Quad Defense is necessarily ITAR-controlled. Export classification depends on the specific product, component, technology, technical data, and transaction.
Night Vision & Related Equipment
Night vision products and related equipment may be subject to U.S. export-control restrictions depending on their classification, configuration, technical characteristics, origin, and intended destination or end user.
Some products may fall under ITAR jurisdiction while others may be controlled under the Export Administration Regulations or another regulatory framework.
The absence of an βITARβ label on a product page should not be interpreted as confirmation that the product is unrestricted for international transfer.
Who May Receive Controlled Items?
Export-control rules can restrict who may receive certain products, technical data, or defense services.
ITAR distinguishes between U.S. persons and foreign persons. The applicable regulatory definitions should be used when determining whether a particular transfer or release requires authorization.
Citizenship alone should not be used as the sole test for every export-control determination.
Authorization May Be Required
Depending on the item and circumstances, U.S. Government authorization may be required before a controlled product or technical data may be:
- Exported from the United States
- Re-exported from one foreign country to another
- Retransferred to a different end user or end use
- Released or provided to a foreign person
- Sold or transferred to another party for a different destination or purpose
- Used to furnish a controlled defense service
Applicable licenses, agreements, exemptions, exceptions, or other authorizations must be determined before the transaction occurs.
Resale Does Not Remove Export Restrictions
Purchasing a product from Quad Defense and later reselling or transferring it does not eliminate applicable U.S. export-control restrictions.
Customers who resell controlled products are responsible for ensuring that subsequent transfers comply with applicable export-control laws, end-user restrictions, destination restrictions, licensing requirements, and other regulatory obligations.
Where appropriate, downstream purchasers should also be informed that the product may be subject to U.S. export-control restrictions.
Technical Information May Also Be Controlled
Export controls may apply not only to physical hardware but also to certain technical information associated with controlled products.
Depending on its content and classification, controlled technical data may include certain detailed information relating to the design, development, production, manufacture, assembly, operation, repair, testing, maintenance, or modification of controlled defense articles.
Quad Defense may therefore limit the distribution of certain technical information or documentation when necessary to comply with applicable export-control obligations.
Purchaser Acknowledgment
By purchasing or receiving export-controlled products, technical data, or services from Quad Defense, the purchaser acknowledges responsibility for complying with applicable U.S. export-control laws and regulations.
I understand that certain products or technical information provided by Quad Defense may be subject to U.S. export-control laws and regulations.
I will not export, re-export, transfer, release, or otherwise provide controlled products or technical data contrary to applicable U.S. law.
I understand that U.S. Government authorization may be required before certain items or technical data may be transferred to a foreign destination, foreign person, different end user, or different end use.
If I resell or transfer controlled products, I am responsible for determining and complying with applicable restrictions governing that subsequent transaction.
I understand that violations of U.S. export-control laws may result in significant civil, criminal, and administrative penalties.
Quad Defense May Refuse a Transaction
Quad Defense reserves the right to refuse, cancel, delay, or request additional information regarding any transaction when necessary to evaluate export-control compliance, end use, end user, destination, or other legal requirements.
This may include requesting information sufficient to verify purchaser identity, intended end use, ultimate destination, or other compliance information relevant to the transaction.
Classification & Legal Guidance
Information provided on this page is intended as a general compliance notice and does not constitute legal advice, an export classification, or authorization to export any specific product.
Customers requiring a formal classification or authorization should consult the applicable U.S. Government agency or qualified export-control counsel before proceeding with a transaction.
QDEF COMPLIANCE // QUESTIONS
Questions Before You Order?
If you have questions about whether Quad Defense can fulfill an order to a particular customer, destination, or organization, contact us before placing the order.
Email: sales@quaddefense.com
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