what kind of laser is this?

yongxingfreesty · May 31, 2010, 02:01 AM

anyone know?

ScottRiqui · May 31, 2010, 08:31 AM

From the flip-up cap and red pushbutton, it looks like an IZLID infrared laser pointer/illuminator, but I can't find the exact model that you've pictured.

Basically, think of it like a big laser pointer, but instead of a visible laser it uses a near-infrared laser that's invisible to the naked eye. It shows up great when using night-vision devices, though.

One example of how they're used is in air strikes. A Forward Air Controller (FAC) on the ground can use the pointer to designate a target for the incoming strike aircraft, essentially saying "hey guys, bomb this thing I'm pointing at!".

Neruda · June 1, 2010, 09:30 AM

While it may be an IZLID Infrared Zoom Laser Illumination Designator, it may also be used to project visible light for target intimidation. It looks a bit like the "Glare Mount". See: http://www.auroratactical.com/produc...5&cat=0&page=1
or http://www.tactical-life.com/online/...s-glare-mount/

ScottRiqui · June 1, 2010, 10:00 AM

Good call! It looks *exactly* like the GLARE MOUT you linked to.

coldpointcrossing · June 1, 2010, 12:20 PM

If it really is a Glare Mout, then the price tag on that baby is north of $6600.00 US according to http://www.auroratactical.com/produc...5&cat=0&page=1.

Whoa! I think I just messed my pants.

May 31, 2010, 02:01 AM	#1
yongxingfreesty Member Join Date: October 12, 2007 Location: houston, tx Posts: 49	what kind of laser is this? anyone know?

June 1, 2010, 12:20 PM	#5
coldpointcrossing Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 246	If it really is a Glare Mout, then the price tag on that baby is north of $6600.00 US according to http://www.auroratactical.com/produc...5&cat=0&page=1. Whoa! I think I just messed my pants. __________________ CPC

May 31, 2010, 08:31 AM	#2
ScottRiqui Senior Member Join Date: January 27, 2010 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 2,905	From the flip-up cap and red pushbutton, it looks like an IZLID infrared laser pointer/illuminator, but I can't find the exact model that you've pictured. Basically, think of it like a big laser pointer, but instead of a visible laser it uses a near-infrared laser that's invisible to the naked eye. It shows up great when using night-vision devices, though. One example of how they're used is in air strikes. A Forward Air Controller (FAC) on the ground can use the pointer to designate a target for the incoming strike aircraft, essentially saying "hey guys, bomb this thing I'm pointing at!".

June 1, 2010, 09:30 AM	#3
Neruda Member Join Date: February 28, 2006 Location: Santiago, Chile Posts: 79	While it may be an IZLID Infrared Zoom Laser Illumination Designator, it may also be used to project visible light for target intimidation. It looks a bit like the "Glare Mount". See: http://www.auroratactical.com/produc...5&cat=0&page=1 or http://www.tactical-life.com/online/...s-glare-mount/

June 1, 2010, 10:00 AM	#4
ScottRiqui Senior Member Join Date: January 27, 2010 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 2,905	Good call! It looks exactly like the GLARE MOUT you linked to.