such as a xenon lamp or LED. The output from element is simply flipped open.
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Models include:
FM53 1.00” bezel
FM33 1.25” bezel
FM63 1.47” bezel
FM13 1.62” bezel
FM23 2.50” bezel
All of these filters offer superb quality of
construction on function to deliver an excellent
source of IR illumination in the 1000nm range.
They carry Cadillac prices beginning at $96 up to
$176.
Surefire also makes the F03 that can be used
with a 1” bezel and sells for $66. The F03 simply
slips over the bezel of an E2D or any other light
with a one-inch bezel.
Streamlight, another outstanding manufacturer
of high performance tactical lights, offers a
variety of filters at lower price spectrum,
designed for use with their excellent line of
weapon-mounted lights.
The Streamlight filters can be used with the
TLR-1, TLR-2 and TLR-VIR weapon mounted
lights. The IR filter simply slips over the bezel
and operates at the 1000nm range.
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Readers wishing to add an IR filter to their TLR
light should purchase #69118. Conclusion
Streamlight filters can be purchased for as low While IR filters will address all but the most
as $16 from a number of online sources. demanding applications, you will get superior
performance from an IR LED dedicated light
source.
However, don’t exclude filters from
consideration because they do offer a benefit,
and in most cases offer a lower cost alternative
to your IR illumination needs.
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