The PS-31 Binocular Night Vision Device (BNVD) is a compact, lightweight, dual tube goggle to replace the legacy PS-15. In a sea of dual tube night vision goggles, the PS-31 is one of the smallest and lightest units by far. The PS31s can be outfitted with various levels of high-performance made in specialized factories Gen 3 image intensifier tubes. Working directly with U.S. Operators input, the PS-31 was designed to increase system resolution, significantly reduce head borne weight, improve system of center of gravity, provide additional operational utility, and improve overall operator situational awareness and adding a 50 deg FOV for maximum visibility in the field. These tubes are auto gain-capable, allowing the system to adjust the brightness of their image as situations on the ground dictate. The PS-31 BNVD has independently pivoting tube housings that allow the operator to run the goggle in a binocular or monocular configuration. Using two tubes at once allows the eyes to create depth perception and increases the ease in maneuvering terrain and obstacles as well as operating devices such as control panels and door knobs. However, monocular configurations allow for ease in transitioning between various lighting conditions that often occur on the battlefield and cause operators to switch between night vision and weapon-mounted optics. Another benefit to the pivoting tube housings is the ability to mount the flatten goggle against the front helmet surface when stowed. The ability to pivot the tube housings against the helmet surface creates an overall lower profile, increasing operator safety and equipment life. Specifications for ATN PS31-3 1x27mm Night Vision Goggles: Manufacturer: ATN Night Vision Generation: 3 Image Intensifier Tube: Thin Filmed, Autogated Image Intensifier Color: White Phosphor Weight: 1.27 lb Magnification: 1 x Objective Lens Diameter: 27 mm Color: Black Finish: Matte Focus Range: 0.25 yds to infinity Field of View, Angle: 50 degrees Battery Type: CR123 Water Resistance Level: IP65 Battery Quantity: 1 System/Lens Resolution: 64 – 72 lp/mm Diopter Adjustment Range: -5 – 5 dpt Features of ATN PS31-3 1x27mm Night Vision Goggles Dual goggle/binocular Hands-free use Comfortable flip-up headgear Lightweight, compact Waterproof Battery pack (optional) Package Contents: ATN PS31-3 1x27mm Night Vision Goggles Instruction Manual Lens Tissue Soft Carrying Case Helmet Mount One Lithium Battery (CR123) ATN Two Year Warranty This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of purchase. Warranty information and warranties are supplied solely by the manufacturer, and not this retailer. This retailer publishes information from the manufacturer for information purposes only, and the manufacturer is solely responsible and liable for any warranty information and warranties published by this retailer. Please reference the appropriate manufacturer documents or reach out to the manufacturer directly for full warranty terms and effective dates. @media screen and (max-width: 400px) { #w-block-one { display:table-row !important; } }
6 reviews for ATN PS31-3 1x27mm Night Vision Goggles
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Ryan –
I got this PS31 Gen 3 straight from the manufacturer, and I was impressed by how solid and lightweight the build was. It took a little bit of adjusting at first after I attached it to my helmet, but once optimized, it was comfortable to maneuver around with and the image was clear and consistent. The field of view is also a bit wider than the classic PVS7s, but you’ll need to focus the tubes manually with respect to your operational environment. After adjusting it, though, it’s game on. This was definitely worth the purchase. 2020 has been a dark year, so why not have fun in the darkness with a pair of PS31s.
ShootNMove –
I got a set of these in 2021 and so far I love them. Obviously these aren’t pvs-31As, but for half the price I can’t complain. So far I have about 20 hours on the tubes with no issues. If you’re on a budget and still want dual tube nods, I would highly recommend these. I have a lot of time using pvs-14s in the Army and the image quality on these is definitely better than the 14s I’ve used. These also have a 51 degree field of view which is a significant upgrade over the 14s. These do come with a helmet mount as well as a knockoff Wilcox G24. The screws do loosen up on the mount, but that can be fixed with a little locktite. If I had to buy another set of nods on a budget, I definitely would buy these again.
Andrew –
Bought these a year ago when I was looking for light weight night vision that provided better depth perception than a monocular. I used them this past weekend for a night hike and noticed one of the lens caps was torn. My from ATN costumer service sent me a new lens cap to replace the torn one. I have been extremely pleased with the PS31 and quality of the costumer service from ATN.
ShootNMove –
I have about 10 hours on these so far and I love them. Obviously they aren’t L3’s but for half the price, I would definitely recommend these. Having a 51 degree field of view is awesome especially when comparing these to something like pvs14s. These also have tie down loops which work great with the retention bungees on fast helmet type designes. The housing on these seem pretty sturdy which is nice. The majority of the housing is some kind of metal but for some reason ATN decided to make the connection to the bridge polymer, which is kind of upsetting since now that is a weak point of the unit. The tubes on these have very little eye relief, so if you go off axis while looking through them, the image will distort really quick. As long as you have them within 6 inches from your eyes and relatively centered to your eyes, you will be fine. I have no complaints about the image quality though. These do come with a knock off Wilcox g24 mount (which is a little upsetting) that can be found on Amazon for about 100 bucks. The mount’s screws constantly loosen up so throw some lock tight on them and it’ll be fine. All in all, you get what you pay for. If you’re looking for a pvs-31 style of night vision while on a budget, I would highly recommend these ATN ps31s. With that being said, DO NOT buy anything less than the gen 3s. Gen 2 green and gen 2 WPT image quality look like complete dookie. Gen 2 technology is about 45 years old so keep that in mind.
Frank –
By far one of the best customer service out there… I had an issue with the helmet mount adapter that came with my PS31’s and Rod Gerard took care of me… he was awesome to work with and made sure to provide me with a high level of customer service! I will for sure recommend ATN to my friends thanks to him!!
Andrew –
I will preface with I am a United States Navy Petty Officer. I purchased this unit from Opticsplanet February 2022, meant to be an upgrade from 2 other personal units I have. In May 2023 I was traveling to and from “work” which required a flight. My unit was inside of a memory foam lined pelican, inside of a carry on bag. When I arrived at my destination, I open the lined pelican to find my left tube objective lens completely separated from the housing, and the right tube loose. The case never left my possession, except to go into overhead storage. I returned the unit to ATN as it was still within warranty. ATN determined the set screws around the perimeter of the O lens portion had never been tightened- this was 100% a factory defect. They tightened the screws, put the blown out lens back together, and sent them back to me. Upon arrival, it was painfully clear that ATN’s technician never cleaned the interior right side tube. While the left side had 2-3 new foreign objects, the right side has ballpark 100 particulate contaminants, of which 40 or so are easily distinguishable. You might miss them if the unit was not focused to your eyes- but ATN confirmed that an ATN technician Quality Assured the unit- this is where I got mad and the Petty Officer came out. When you lie on official documentation, we call it gundecking. ATN’s tech could not have possibly QA’d the unit before it left RMA. As in- not just that he missed 40-100 dust particles, as in they built the unit, never QA’d it the first time, sent it out to a military customer, it failed during its first real travel (not even use), it was accepted for RMA, determined it was a manufacturer defect, repaired incompetently, never QA’d a second time, and sent back out. I contacted both ATN and Opticsplanet. Opticsplanet stated they understood the failure was not associated with wear and offered to allow me to return or exchange the unit- I opted for a replacement and I was told I would be emailed a return slip. After and hour of no return label, I receive a call back- Opticsplanets employee was mistaken, and they will not replace the unit. I call back ATN- who states to return it for RMA again, which I adamantly refuse. At this point I have a unit that is the build and workmanship quality of less than a toy. ATN gets a reality check and states they will replace the unit, if I pay the $200 insured shipping. I am sending the unit back to be replaced, and I will believe it when I see it. As for L3 31’s, I’ve seen them fall off the back of a tank and remain unsacathed and functional. I’ve seen a friend go THROUGH a wall with them on his head, and the Wilcox failed, nods were good to go. By comparison these failed inside of a tempurpedic pelican and desintegrated. Take it from a Navy Petty Officer- I would not trust these with my life.