Thermal imaging clip-on

Archer TCN-3

  • Used only with day optics present
  • Designed for engaging targets at distances up to 0.62 miles in conditions of complete darkness and limited visibility
  • Used on medium-caliber rifles by marksmen, calibers .308, 7.62 and similar. Can withstand up to .338
  • NATO Stock Number

Overview

The Archer TCN-3 is a compact pre-lens thermal imaging clip-on designed for integration with daylight optical sights ranging from 3x to 8x magnification. This configuration offers exceptional operational flexibility: the thermal clip-on seamlessly augments existing daytime optics, enabling effective target acquisition in adverse environmental conditions while maintaining the primary sight’s zero.

Optical scheme of the device

The Archer TCN-3 incorporates a 50mm manual-focus objective lens for optimal image clarity. The system supports remote operation and features a quick-detach mounting system compatible with MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails. Power options include a rechargeable battery cassette system or cassette for using the 4 AA-type batteries (lithium or rechargeable).

Range of action

man sized target (50 mm objective).
Possible deviation: ± 15%

Detection

2660 yd

Recognition

655 yd

Identification

330 yd

image

Features

  • Electronic level and sight angle sensor
  • Integrated photo and video recording module
  • USB interface for programming and control
  • 1x optical magnification
  • Digital zoom: 2x, 3x, 4x
  • Multiple color schemes for image enhancement
  • Quick-access sensor sensitivity adjustment with preset modes
  • Manual and automatic detector calibration

Technical characteristics

DETECTOR

TECHNOLOGY

Uncooled VOx Microbolometer

RESOLUTION

640 x 512

PIXEL SIZE

12 μm

OPTICS

OBJECTIVE

50 mm

 

OBJECTIVE F NUMBER

F/1.0

FIELD OF VIEW

5.9° x 4.5°

ELECTRONICS

FRAME RATE

30/50HZ

VIDEO OUTPUT

PAL or NTSC, programmed

INTERFACE

USB

OPERATING PARAMETERS

TEMPERATURE RANGE

-22°F ÷ +131°F

OPERATING TIME, NO LESS THAN

5 h

OPERATING TIME FROM REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY, NO LESS THAN

8 h

DIMENSIONS (L X W X H)

11.02 x 3.9 x 3.62 in

WEIGHT

2.98 lbs

PROTECTION CLASS

IP67

RANGEFINDER

MAX. DISTANCE MEASURED BY LRF

2405 yd

LRF WAVELENGTH

1550 nm

Delivery set

  • Thermal imaging sight Archer TCN-3
  • Rechargeable cassette - 2pcs
  • Cassette for AA-type rechargeable batteries – 1 pcs
  • Charger 220V, Vehicle charger 12V
  • USB cable, Video-Power cable, User’s manual, Case, and Bag
  • Optional: Redundant power supply RBP-8