Sidekick Thermal Monocular
Outdoor Life Editors’ Choice: Most Innovative Product
The Sidekick is changing the game in thermal monoculars. Recognized by Outdoor Life as the Most Innovative Product, it delivers unmatched performance in a compact, palm-sized design. Whether you're scouting, tracking, or securing, the Sidekick brings cutting-edge thermal vision to the field like never before.
The Sidekick 640 is the smallest fully multi-functional 12-micron 640 thermal imaging monocular on the market. This unit boasts a fast 60Hz frame rate for smooth operation and industry-best, outstanding visual acuity, based on Armasight’s Iron Wolf thermal technology platform. Weighing under 250 grams, the Sidekick can be used as a handheld mini-monocular or can be headset/helmet mounted utilizing the built-in mini-rail for hands-free operation. The high definition 1024x768 OLED display provides a crisp image, with iconography providing key information. The Sidekick utilizes simplified 3 button controls that allow for easy manipulation in the field and offers one-touch in-unit video recording to capture all of your experiences.
Features
- Multiple Color Palettes
- Intuitive 3-Button Control
- 1.5h Runtime on 1 x CR123A Battery, 5.5h on 2 Batteries with Included Battery Extender
- Image Detail Enhancement
- Dovetail Mini-Rail Included for Helmet Mounting (with Optional Mount)
- Works with Rayvn Group Modular Bridge Mount for Helmet-Mounting with PVS-14, MNVD, or Second Sidekick (sold separately)
- Ability to Shift Thermal Image to Collimate Sidekick Image with NVD when Bridged
- Video Recording; Image Capture
- USB Video Stream
- USB-C Interface for External Devices
- Compass
- Battery Status Indicator
- ULTEM Composite Body and Ergonomic Design
- Designed and Assembled in the USA from U.S. and Global Component
Package Includes
- Sidekick 640 Mini Thermal Monocular
- 2 x CR123A Battery
- USB-C Cable
- Battery Extender
- Lens Cloth
- Soft Case
- Product Manual
- Detector Type:
- ArmaCORE™ 640x480 12um Thermal Core
- Refresh Rate:
- 60 Hz
- Thermal Sensitivity:
- NETD < 40mK
- Detection Range:
- 709m On a Human Sized Target
- Recognition Range:
- 177m on a Human Sized Target
- Identification Range:
- 111m on a Human Sized Target
- Eye Relief:
- 15mm
- Field of View:
- 24.16° x 17.37°
- Optical Magnification:
- 1x
- Digital Zoom:
- 1x - 4x
- Display:
- XGA (1024 x 768) OLED
- Wireless:
- None
- Graphics:
- Active On-Screen Graphics and Iconology
- Lens System:
- F/1.00; 19mm manual focus
- Diopter Adjustment:
- -5 to +5 dpt
- Power Supply:
- 1 x CR123A or 2 x CR123A / 1 x 16650
- Battery Life:
- 1x / 2x CR123A - 1.5h / 5.5h at 20°C (68°F)
- Low Battery Indicator:
- Yes
- Memory:
- 4 Hours of Video
- Image Processing:
- Digital Enhancement
- Environmental Rating:
- IP67
- Operating Temperature:
- -40° C to +50° C (-40° F to + 122° F)
- Dimensions:
- 104.90 x 65.28 x 59.69 mm / 4.13 x 2.57 x 2.35 in
- Weight:
- 254g / 0.56lbs. w/ rubber eyecup; no battery
- Warranty:
- 3 years w/ registration
- Color:
- Black