Photonis | Image Intensifier Tubes
Photonis | Image Intensifier Tubes
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Photonis ECHO Gen 2+ Image Intensifier Tubes
The Photonis ECHO Gen 2+ image intensifier tube is a high-performance commercial night vision intensifier designed to deliver excellent image quality across a wide range of lighting conditions.
Known for fast autogating, small halo, excellent contrast, and strong high-light performance, Photonis ECHO tubes are a popular option for users looking for a capable, versatile image intensifier at a competitive price point.
These are brand-new Photonis ECHO image intensifier tubes and include the applicable factory specification sheet and warranty.
QDEF Hand-Selected Photonis Tubes
Every image intensifier tube sold by Quad Defense is hand-selected for our customers. We don't simply pull a tube from inventory based on FOM and ship it.
Our team reviews the available tube specifications and cosmetics and will work directly with you to select a tube based on your intended use and personal preferences.
If you're looking for specific characteristics such as SNR, EBI, halo, gain, resolution, FOM, or tube cosmetics, contact us and let us know what matters most to you. We'll review current inventory and help identify the best available tube for your requirements.
For binocular night vision systems, QDEF also selects and pairs tubes with attention to their specifications and overall image characteristics to provide a consistent viewing experience between both optical channels.
Photonis ECHO Performance
Photonis ECHO tubes are commercial high-performance image intensifiers designed to provide excellent image quality across changing lighting environments, from dusk and mixed urban lighting to darker nighttime conditions.
One of the defining characteristics of Photonis technology is its ability to perform across a broad range of illumination levels. Fast autogating helps the tube respond rapidly to changing light conditions, while the platform is known for strong contrast, small halo, and excellent resolution when operating around artificial light sources.
This makes Photonis ECHO a compelling option for users operating in environments where lighting conditions can change quickly or where artificial light sources are frequently present.
Key Photonis ECHO Features
- Gen 2+ high-performance image intensifier technology
- Ultra-fast autogating
- Excellent high-light resolution
- Small halo characteristics
- High contrast and image clarity
- High-resolution image performance
- Available in white or green phosphor
- Factory specification sheet included
Available Performance
Photonis ECHO tube specifications vary with current inventory. ECHO intensifiers are commonly available around the 2000 FOM performance level, with tubes available up to approximately 2200 FOM depending on inventory and configuration.
FOM isn't everything. Two tubes with similar FOM can have different SNR, resolution, EBI, halo, gain, and cosmetic characteristics. QDEF evaluates the complete specification set when helping customers select an intensifier.
Understanding Photonis ECHO Tube Specifications
When comparing Photonis ECHO image intensifier tubes, consider the complete specification sheet rather than focusing exclusively on FOM.
- SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio) — describes the relationship between usable image information and image noise as available light decreases.
- Resolution — measured in line pairs per millimeter (lp/mm) and describes the tube's ability to resolve fine detail.
- FOM (Figure of Merit) — calculated by multiplying SNR by resolution and useful as a general performance reference.
- EBI (Equivalent Background Illumination) — represents background output generated by the tube and becomes increasingly relevant under very low-light conditions.
- Halo — describes the visible bloom surrounding bright points of light. Photonis tubes are particularly well known for their small halo characteristics.
- Autogating — allows the intensifier to rapidly adapt to changing light conditions and helps maintain image quality in environments containing artificial illumination.
White & Green Phosphor Options
Photonis ECHO image intensifier tubes are available in both white phosphor and green phosphor configurations depending on current inventory.
Availability changes frequently, so contact QDEF if you are looking for a specific phosphor type, performance range, or cosmetic requirement.
Matched Photonis Tube Pairs for Binocular NVGs
When purchasing Photonis ECHO tubes for a binocular night vision system, QDEF evaluates available specifications and image characteristics when selecting a pair.
If you're purchasing tubes for a bino build, let us know your priorities. We'll work directly with you to select a pair based on available inventory, performance specifications, and cosmetic preferences.
Build a Complete Night Vision System
Building a complete system? Photonis ECHO image intensifier tubes can be selected as part of a custom night vision build through the QDEF Dark Room Night Vision Configurator. Choose your housing, image intensifier performance level, and optics to configure a system around your requirements.
Tube Upgrades & Installation
Already have a quality housing and optics? Upgrading the image intensifier tube or tubes can be an effective way to change the performance characteristics of an existing night vision system without replacing the entire device.
Quad Defense offers professional tube installation, inspection, purging, housing upgrades, and night vision service through The Service Bench.
Don't See the Photonis Tube You're Looking For?
Our image intensifier inventory changes constantly, and not every available Photonis tube is listed online. If you don't see the specifications, phosphor type, or cosmetic characteristics you're looking for, contact us.
We'll work directly with you to review available inventory and select a Photonis ECHO tube based on your preferred specifications and cosmetics.
Phosphor color and image appearance may vary between photographs, cameras, displays, and individual tubes. Product photos should not be considered an exact representation of phosphor appearance.
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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 “ITAR” 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 “ITAR” 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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Extremely clear and crisp image. Much better than any issued crap we get. Massive upgrade.