SILICATE SYSTEMS FOM, SNR, and Autogating: Understanding NVG Tube Specs in 10 Minutes For anyone looking to buy or assemble a night vision system, data sheets can read like an encrypted military code. Yet, behind the marketing jargon, only three bench-tested metrics truly determine the... 28 May 2026 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS Aluminum 7075 vs. MJF PA12: The Material Trade-Offs Behind Our NVG Housings In the world of tactical night vision goggles (NVGs), every single gram matters. Head-borne weight directly impacts neck strain, operator fatigue, and long-term mission endurance. When engineering the... 28 May 2026 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS, Allan YVART CivTAK / ATAK / Meshtastic tools in night vision devices versus the KiSS options from Silicate Systems The world of night vision goggles (NVGs) is undergoing an unprecedented technological revolution. Driven by lessons learned from modern conflicts, integrating tactical data as close as possible to the... 15 Apr 2026 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS From NVT4 to CLASS S+: Decoding NNVT’s New Nomenclature and the "NVT8" Myth The tactical night vision market requires sharp attention to detail when auditing technical data sheets. Recently, the manufacturer JPNV chose to streamline its product catalog, replacing legacy desig... 1 Feb 2026 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS, Allan YVART P43 Green vs. P45 White: Which Phosphor Should You Choose for Your NVG? When ordering an Image Intensifier Tube (IIT), choosing the phosphor type is the most visually impactful decision you will make. P43 delivers the iconic green image deeply embedded in tactical history... 1 Jan 2026 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS, Allan YVART Analog or digital night vision: why analog technology remains the standard Discover the advantages of analog night vision over digital systems: low-light performance, no latency, modularity, repairability and compatibility with many accessories. Analog or digital night visio... 1 Nov 2025 Technique
SILICATE SYSTEMS Our materials At Silicate Systems, our goal is to offer the lightest night vision devices on the market without compromising their robustness, enabling our customers to use them in the most extreme conditions. In t... 4 Jun 2025 Technique
