ANPSQ-36 L3 FGS
AN/PSQ-36 is a binocular night vision goggles designed and manufactured by the American L3 Company. FGS (Fusion Goggle System) combines the light amplification capabilities of Image Intensity (I2) devices such as the AN/PVS-15 night vision goggles with the heat sensing capabilities of thermal imaging systems. The Fusion Goggle System (FGS) (AN/PSQ-36) is a portable, battery-operated system that enables detection, observation, and target acquisition in adverse conditions including light rain, smoke, Light snow and low light to total darkness.
Magnification: 1x
Viewing angle: I2 FOV = 38°; LWIR 21°H x 16°V
Focus range: 25cm to infinity
Weight: 580 grams
Manufacturing company: L3
Heat: Selectable White hot, black hot, intestinal mode, user-adjustable I2 gain and thermal brightness
Temperature range: -32°C to 49°C (-25°F to 12D°F)
Dimensions: 3.9"L x 3.1"H x 6.1"W
Power source: Four 3-volt CR123 lithium batteries
Country of manufacture: United States
The AN/PSQ-36 FGS allows the operator to adjust the viewed image from 100% I2 to 100% thermal or various combinations of the two. The system amplifies available light and heat signals and combines them to produce clear images under adverse conditions. FGS provides unparalleled image resolution in situations where active infrared (IR) illumination is not an option.
The AN/PSQ-36 FGS is about the size of a standard binocular-style night vision goggle system. It attaches to a standard dovetail interface helmet mount and is powered by a remote battery mounted on the back of the helmet. The FGS runs on four 3V CR123A batteries with over 8.5 hours of operation. . All functions are operated using simple buttons and knobs. Pupil spacing is adjusted via standard ANVIS style controls.
The AN/PSQ-36FGS provides better increased situational awareness due to the improved threat detection capabilities of fusion technology. It allows the operator to see through more battlefield obstructions than any other device. The standard L3 Gen3 OMNI VIII Auto-Gated I² tubes alone produce high-quality images with excellent resolution, providing excellent identification. FGS combines these two technologies, providing operators with all the benefits of I², while also creating a thermal coating. The merged image has three modes: thermal overlay, thermal contour, and full thermal. The coating produces a standard I² image other than orange heat markings on whatever is generating heat. This mode is very adaptable to quickly identify threats through obscure objects. Outline mode creates a thin orange heat border around anything that radiates heat. The rest of the image is standard I². This mode is especially useful when using IR laser pointers because the operator can identify threats while still being able to identify and interact with them using the laser.
• Compact, lightweight, convenient design
• Compatible with all standard issue near IR aiming lights
• Designed to work with weapon-mounted lasers and targeting systems
• Target identification in light rain, smoke, snow, low light and complete darkness
• Can be used handheld or mounted on a helmet
• Compatible with ANVIS or BNVIS helmet mounts
• The battery pack provides extended operation