{"product_id":"nvt5-intensifier-tubes","title":"NNVT | NVT5 Image Intensifier Tubes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qdef-product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNNVT NVT5 Gen 2+ White Phosphor Image Intensifier Tubes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eNNVT NVT5 Gen 2+ White Phosphor image intensifier tube\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cost-effective option for users building an entry-level night vision system while retaining core features such as autogating and white phosphor output.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNNVT tubes are now available from Quad Defense in both \u003cstrong\u003eMX-10160 fixed-gain\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMX-11769 variable-gain\u003c\/strong\u003e formats, allowing them to be used across a wider range of compatible night vision housings.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe addition of the \u003cstrong\u003eMX-11769 format\u003c\/strong\u003e means NNVT tubes can now support \u003cstrong\u003emanual gain control\u003c\/strong\u003e when installed in a compatible manual-gain housing — an option that was not previously available through our NNVT tube lineup.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese are \u003cstrong\u003ebrand-new NNVT image intensifier tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied with the applicable factory specification sheet and NNVT warranty.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQDEF Hand-Selected NNVT Tubes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvery image intensifier tube sold by Quad Defense is hand-selected for our customers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\nWe do not simply pull a tube from inventory based on FOM and ship it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOur team reviews available specifications and cosmetics and will work directly with you to select a tube based on your intended use, budget, housing configuration, and personal preferences.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you're looking for specific characteristics such as \u003cstrong\u003eSNR, EBI, halo, gain, resolution, FOM, or tube cosmetics\u003c\/strong\u003e, tell us what matters most to you. We'll review current inventory and help identify the best available tube for your requirements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor binocular builds, QDEF also selects and pairs tubes with attention to their specifications and overall image characteristics to help create a consistent viewing experience between both optical channels.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMX-10160 or MX-11769 — Choose Your Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNNVT NVT5 image intensifiers are available in both \u003cstrong\u003eMX-10160\u003c\/strong\u003e and\n\u003cstrong\u003eMX-11769\u003c\/strong\u003e formats.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMX-10160 — Fixed Gain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eMX-10160\u003c\/strong\u003e format is designed for fixed-gain night vision systems.\nBrightness is controlled automatically by the image intensifier rather than through a manual gain control on the housing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis format is commonly used in compatible binocular and monocular systems that do not require user-adjustable gain.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMX-11769 — Manual Gain Compatible\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eMX-11769\u003c\/strong\u003e format incorporates the interface required for variable gain operation in a compatible housing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhen paired with a manual-gain-capable night vision housing, the user can adjust image brightness to better suit changing ambient-light conditions and personal preference.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a new option in the QDEF NNVT lineup.\u003c\/strong\u003e Previously, our NNVT offering did not include the 11769 configuration, making the current lineup significantly more versatile for custom manual-gain night vision builds.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGen 2+ White Phosphor Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNNVT NVT5 tubes use \u003cstrong\u003eGen 2+ image intensifier technology\u003c\/strong\u003e with white phosphor output and autogating.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThey are well suited for customers looking for an affordable image intensifier for a first night vision build, backup system, training setup, or other application where overall value is a major consideration.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRather than positioning NVT5 as a direct replacement for higher-end Gen 3 or premium Gen 2+ intensifiers, QDEF views it as a practical entry point into modern autogated white phosphor night vision.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAutogated Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNNVT NVT5 tubes are \u003cstrong\u003eautogated\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the image intensifier to respond rapidly as lighting conditions change.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAutogating can be especially useful when moving between darker environments and areas containing artificial lighting, helping the intensifier maintain a usable image across changing conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Performance Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNNVT tubes may originate from the \u003cstrong\u003eNVT-4, NVT-5, or NVT-6 production lines\u003c\/strong\u003e and are sold according to their individual measured performance specifications.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor this reason, customers should evaluate the actual tube specification sheet rather than relying only on the production-line designation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e NNVT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e NVT5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gen 2+\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Phosphor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutogated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e MX-10160 \u0026amp; MX-11769\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMX-10160:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed Gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMX-11769:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable Gain \/ Manual Gain Compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e NNVT Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding Tube Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhen comparing NNVT image intensifier tubes, consider the complete specification sheet rather than focusing on a single number.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio)\u003c\/strong\u003e — describes the relationship between usable image information and image noise as available light decreases.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eResolution\u003c\/strong\u003e — measured in line pairs per millimeter (lp\/mm) and describes the tube's ability to resolve fine detail.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFOM (Figure of Merit)\u003c\/strong\u003e — calculated by multiplying SNR by resolution and useful as a general performance reference.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eEBI (Equivalent Background Illumination)\u003c\/strong\u003e — represents background output generated by the tube and becomes increasingly relevant under very low-light conditions.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — describes the visible bloom surrounding bright points of light.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e — describes the amount of amplification produced by the image intensifier. With an MX-11769 tube and compatible housing, gain can be manually adjusted by the user.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMatched NNVT Tube Pairs for Binocular NVGs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhen purchasing NNVT tubes for a binocular night vision system, QDEF evaluates available tube specifications and image characteristics when selecting a pair.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you're purchasing tubes for a bino build, let us know your priorities, preferred format, and budget. We'll work directly with you to select a pair from current inventory that best matches your requirements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a Manual Gain or Fixed Gain NVG\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWith both \u003cstrong\u003e10160 and 11769 formats now available\u003c\/strong\u003e, NNVT tubes can be used across a broader range of custom night vision configurations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nChoose the fixed-gain 10160 format for compatible streamlined systems, or select 11769 tubes when building around a compatible housing with manual gain capability.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nConfigure your housing, image intensifiers, and optics through the QDEF\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-dark-room\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Room Night Vision Configurator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTube Upgrades \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAlready have a compatible housing and optics? Replacing the image intensifier tube or tubes can be a practical way to change the performance or functionality of an existing night vision system without replacing the entire device.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you're upgrading to \u003cstrong\u003e11769 manual-gain tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e, compatibility with the specific housing and gain-control system should be confirmed before installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQuad Defense offers professional tube installation, inspection, purging, housing upgrades, and night vision service through\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/night-vision-service-repair-housing-upgrade\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Service Bench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDon't See the NNVT Tube You're Looking For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOur image intensifier inventory changes constantly, and \u003cstrong\u003enot every available NNVT tube is listed online\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you're looking for a specific \u003cstrong\u003e10160 or 11769 format\u003c\/strong\u003e, performance range, cosmetic standard, or budget target, contact us. We'll review current inventory and help select the best available NNVT tube for your build.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact QDEF →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhosphor color and image appearance may vary between photographs, cameras, displays, and individual tubes. 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