In the market for the best thermal scope? Perhaps instead what you need is a monocular like the PULSAR thermal Oryx XG35 with an integrated laser rangefinder.
This short post will take a closer look into some of the specifications of this LRF-equipped thermal monocular and what it offers.
General Specifications
First let’s take a look at what this PULSAR thermal monocular offers in general:
- A fast aperture f35/1.0 lens
- Built-in photo and video recording
- One-handed operation
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Stream Vision 2 app compatibility
- Dimensions: 7”x2”x3”
- Weight: 17.64 ounces
- Variable magnification of 2.5x-20x
- 64gb built-in memory
- A quick-access menu that offers seamless control over settings
Durability
The PULSAR thermal Oryx XG35 with a laser-rangefinder is designed for hard, constant use under rigorous, demanding conditions.
Made with a hard, strong, yet lightweight magnesium alloy housing, the Oryx is less than 18 ounces even with the battery installed (it’s 17.64 ounces), and it’s also fully waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof, with an IP67 rating. Not only that, but the magnesium alloy is highly effective at dissipating heat, making it ideal for use not only under cold but under hot and muggy conditions.
It’s not just fully sealed and waterproof; it can actually withstand submersion for up to 30 minutes at 3 feet of depth; even if you drop this thing in the drink it will come out asking for more.
Come rain or sleet, the Oryx is equipped to contend with the harshest of conditions that you’re liable to experience out there, and on that note, it has a better than average operating temperature range as well, especially on the cold end, from -13℉ to 104℉.
Sensitivity and Image Quality
Chief among this PULSAR thermal scanner’s virtues is that it offers excellent sensitivity, a high-quality display, and some of the best image processing in the industry.
Starting with the sensor, it offers a 12μm pixel pitch and a 640x480 resolution. Beyond resolution, the sensor delivers a NETD rating of 20 mK if not better. This ensures not only a clear image picture, but sharp demarcation between thermal gradients for extra sensitivity.
The 1024x768 AMOLED display also offers a sharp, clear sight picture and excellent color rendering for scanning, scouting and target acquisition and identification applications. Paired with PULSAR’s image stabilization, image smoothing, and a 50Hz frame rate, this thermal monocular offers excellent performance in the field, under a wide range of operating conditions - even in the cold.
Long Battery Life
There’s little more frustrating than a thermal optic that goes dead in just a few hours with light use, but the PULSAR Oryx is not that optic. Powered by a removable, 4900 mAh APS5 Li-ion battery pack, the Oryx offers up to 12 hours of battery life - continuous operation, specifically - under ideal conditions. Even a long winter night is not as long as that, in most places.
The other thing that’s great about the Oryx from a power perspective is that it also supports USB-C external power delivery, so you can plug it into an external power supply like a power pack if needed to ensure uninterrupted operation.
Customizability
The PULSAR Oryx is also designed to conform to your requirements and preferences. This thermal monocular is equipped with 8 color palettes that offer different advantages depending on the conditions as well as on the application.
With options such as red hot, white hot and black hot, you’re best equipped to detect and identify targets, which is perfect for hunters trying to pick up a thermal signature. This PULSAR thermal monocular also offers rainbow and ultramarine settings for detection and identification, along with sepia and violet, as well as red monochrome, that is suitable for long nighttime scouting, as the red light is less apt to adversely affect your night vision.
LRF Capabilities
With a 1950 yard detection range and an integrated rangefinder capable of accurately estimating ranges out to 1640 yards, you’ll be equipped to identify targets nearly a mile off, and what’s more, there won’t be any guessing about distances; stalk and talk shots confidently knowing the gap you need to close between you and your target.
Want to Learn More About This PULSAR Thermal Scanner?
Not sure if this or some other model is the best thermal scope for you? Take a look through our full collection of thermal scopes, along with monoculars and binoculars at the previous links.
We represent the best brands, such as iRay, RIX, and Nocpix in addition to PULSAR, and carry some of the most popular models. If you’re not sure about product specifications and have questions before you buy, or would just like a recommendation based on what you will be hunting with it and where, get in touch with us directly and we’ll be happy to help.
