OpticsPlanet has all your night vision accessory needs in one place! To get the most out of your night vision, you'll likely want to add extra equipment such as a helmet mount or magnifier. As night vision works by amplifying the light in a particular environment, using an IR flashlight, which produces light invisible to the human eye but not NVG, is a great way to get a better image without drawing attention to yourself - check out our selection of IR Illuminators. For a better understanding of your night vision capabilities, check out this How Night Vision Works guide. Infrared illuminators can, in some situations, boost the performance of night vision from generation one to generation two. We have a ton of great NV accessories available from top brands such as ATN, Trijicon, and AGM, so you'll be sure to find just what you need. If you have specific questions about which night vision accessory will best suit your activity, feel free to contact us and one of our dedicated product specialists will help you find what you need.![]()
Yes, U.S. civilians can own and operate night vision goggles and optics. However, night vision products fall under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which means you cannot take them out of the country without proper approval or licensing.
Thermal imaging detects heat patterns and requires no light to use, while night vision amplifies available light and requires at least some light to operate. Read our guide on Night Vision vs. Thermal to learn more.
Military and law enforcement professionals rely on top performance from their night vision devices, which is why they make sure to thoroughly test out their equipment and add whatever equipment is necessary before going out into the field. If you're on a hunting trip with night vision, you should do the same. As soon as you get your new pair of night vision binoculars or a night vision rifle scope, try them out in similar lighting conditions to what you'll experience in the field. Then, you can see if there's a particular tool or function not present in your device right out of the box. For example, often a hands-free option is necessary to give you the ability to function at a higher level in the dark. The head mounts and helmet mounts we carry are tough, lightweight, and comfortable, so you'll get years of great performance without hurting your neck. Bring your next hunting trip or tactical mission to a higher level with these night vision accessories.