How to Make a Night Vision Scope – DIY Vision Scope
Many people think that making night vision scopes involves some kind of rocket science but trust me; it is not that strenuous. Last week only, I started building a night vision scope, which was much simpler than I expected.
I gathered the necessary supplies and followed the simple instructions with the scope. It didn’t take long to have it assembled and ready to use. The first time I used it, I was amazed at the clear image I could see.
How to Make a Night Vision Scope At Home
In order to make a night vision scope at home, you will need the following supplies:
- 1. A small telescope or pair of binoculars
- 2. A camera with a manual focus
- 3. Some electrical tape
- 4. A drill with a bit the same size as the telescope or binoculars’ objective lens
- 5. A hacksaw or rotary tool with a cutoff wheel
- 6. Black shrink wrap tubing
- 7. Glow-in-the-dark paint (optional)
- 8. Clear silicone sealant (optional)
Steps to Make A Night Vision Scope At Home
Step 1: The first step is to gather the necessary materials. You’ll need an old telescope or pair of binoculars, a magnifying glass, some PVC pipe, a few screws, and some duct tape.
Step 2: Disassemble the telescope or binoculars and remove the lenses. If you’re using a magnifying glass, you can skip this step.
Step 3: Cut the PVC pipe to size and attach the lenses using screws and duct tape. Leave enough room between the lenses for the telescope’s eyepiece or binoculars.
Step 4: Cut two small holes in the top of the carton using scissors. These will be used to insert the mirror and eyepiece of the scope. The holes should be about an inch in diameter.
Step 5: After that, take the roll of electrical tape and wrap it around the carton, so it is completely covered in black tape.
Step 6: After wrapping it, enjoy the scope; your night vision scope is ready to see yahoo!
After Doing the Above Steps to Build a Night Vision Scope, What to do Next?
Connect the light to the image intensifier tube. This will provide the lighting for viewing through the Night Vision Scope. Place the Night Vision Scope over your head. Make sure it is secure, so it doesn’t move during use. Turn on the light and adjust the focus of the Night Vision Scope until you can see clearly.
Keep in mind that darkness will distort what you see, so take some time to get used to using this equipment before you venture out into the dark alone.
Things to Keep in Mind when Making Night Vision Scopes
When making a night vision scope, it is important to keep in mind a few things.
First, always make sure the optics are properly aligned and adjusted. This will ensure the images seen through the scope are clear and distortion-free. Ensure that keep the ambient light levels low when using the scope. This will help to preserve the image quality.
After that, clean the scope regularly to maintain its performance if you want to use your scope for a long time. I have also cleaned my scope whenever I used it so that my scope is now still with me even after 2 years!
FAQ’s
Can I use my old binoculars to make a night vision scope?
The answer is NO.
The new ones are expensive unless you get them through a telescope site. And the old ones are junk unless they still work. But if you can find a telescope that has night vision capability, then you may be able to use it for this purpose.
Can you turn a regular scope into night vision?
Yes, but you have to have a special scope that has a built-in light filter to prevent stray light from shining through the scope.
What do I need for a night vision scope?
1) a rifle, 2) a scope, 3) a tripod, 4) ammunition and 5) a buddy to hold it while you look through the scope.
Conclusion
Making a night vision scope is not as difficult as you might think. If you follow the steps in this article, you will be able to create a working night vision scope in no time.
By following these simple instructions, you will be able to see clearly in the dark and protect yourself and those around you from danger. Thanks for reading!
