Yukon 100 Mw illuminator

[Waltherp22]

Hi,

Have a XVD with 100 Mw Yukon illuminator. Good for shooting up to 60 - 65 yards with FAC airgun but want to schoot up to 80 yards with FAC airgun and rimfire. Adding a second 100 Mw illuminator (instead of expensive IR laser), will this give a more clear picture ?

Rgds,

Yoeri.

[Ideot Savant]

I was out tonight compairing a yukon 100 vs 90mw laser with a cobra merlin gen1 and Bens (bennyblanco) gen2+ thingy and the difference is astounding. Okay, the gen2 with the laser was sickeningly good, but even my merlin gen1 with the laser was clear out to silly ranges. With the yukon the merlins okay out to my desired 12ftlb range, but when funds can be arranged a laser is on the cards for me.

[GEOFF]

It's unlikely to extend the range more than another 5 yards, if you want the best performance there is theres no other alternative, the IR Lasers are fantastic..

They are expensive but worth the money, ask anyone that's upgraded to a IR Laser, there are Hi Power LED Illuminators about but they are not as good, fullstop.

Regards Rob

As Rob has stated, the IR laser is a must and if you ever upgrade your NV you keep the IR laser.
I was reading a post on 100 Mw Yukon illuminator and the IR Laser and is it worth the extra expense when shooting with a sub 12fpe rifle, well i would say YES as you can see your target at a greater distance and work out the best way to get closer,taking into account the wind direction.
I have both the 100mw and the IR laser and find both have their advantages, i use the 100mw when shooting near trees and hedges as with the IR laser you do get alot of reflection back into the scope if you get too close to trees or bushes.
If possible try one out on your set up before buying , you won't be dissapointed ;)

[Baldie]

Not finished checking yet, but I do have a new HIGH perfomance LED illuminator, that looks to be better than the Yukon unit.... ;)

Will do full report Tuesday. :)

[Dragonboy]

Not finished checking yet, but I do have a new HIGH perfomance LED illuminator, that looks to be better than the Yukon unit.... ;)

Will do full report Tuesday. :)

I'm looking to purchase an additional illuminator in the very near future but I haven't fully decided on the type. What is the cost difference between the Yukon and your new High performance LED illuminator?:)

[Baldie]

I'm looking to purchase an additional illuminator in the very near future but I haven't fully decided on the type. What is the cost difference between the Yukon and your new High performance LED illuminator?:)

About £40.

If weather holds, will be doing the testing tonight.


I have Gen I and Gen II+ tubed equipment to try them on, (Gen III Wednesday).

I have 3 LED IR illuminators to compare...... Anyone wants to have a look too, they'd be very welcome. :)

[Dragonboy]

I have 3 LED IR illuminators to compare...... Anyone wants to have a look too, they'd be very welcome. :)


Pity I don't live nearer. What are the 3 illuminators you're testing?

[Baldie]

Pity I don't live nearer. What are the 3 illuminators you're testing?


Yukon one.

The back plastic type also sold by S.B. before they went belly up.

And a new supa-dupa one.



Weather not looking very good here at the moment..... :(

[Ideot Savant]

I'm interested in getting the results of the test Geoffrey :)

[nitemax]

Here is a 150mw illuminator:
http://www.cobra-optics.co.uk/infra_red.htm
(The picture shows the 75mw one)

[pothunter]

Here is a 150mw illuminator:
http://www.cobra-optics.co.uk/infra_red.htm
(The picture shows the 75mw one)
Yep, you're absolutely right:confused: :confused: :confused:

[nitemax]

Yep, you're absolutely right:confused: :confused: :confused:

Why are you so confused if it appears so obvious to you ?

[pothunter]

and here is another one.
http://www.sailgb.com/p/cobra_150mw_infrared_illuminator/

Sorry, must be very thick so don't quite catch the point of posting a link to an IR.

Just in case I missed the point here are some more

http://www.kalinkaoptics.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=32:)

[Coney]

and here is another one.
http://www.sailgb.com/p/cobra_150mw_infrared_illuminator/

Sorry, must be very thick so don't quite catch the point of posting a link to an IR.

Just in case I missed the point here are some more

http://www.kalinkaoptics.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=32:)

:D :D :D

[pothunter]

Ah Coney, (and nitemax), you must be into IR porn, so just for your delight I present
http://www.nightvisionsupplies.co.uk/
http://www.nightvisionsuppliesltd.co.uk/irled.php:D :D :D :D

[Coney]

Ah Coney, (and nitemax), you must be into IR porn, so just for your delight I present
http://www.nightvisionsupplies.co.uk/
http://www.nightvisionsuppliesltd.co.uk/irled.php:D :D :D :D

Pass the tissues :p

Alan.

[pothunter]

Big box or those lubricated with aloe vera;)

[Baldie]

I'm interested in getting the results of the test Geoffrey :)



Rain stopped play. Which is completely usual for Hatfield.

All kit prepped bagged, I to the front door .... And it's raining.... :rolleyes:

[nitemax]

Well, at least anyone looking for a 150mw illuminator will be spoilt for choice :)