Three Tactical Advantages. One Spotlight Mount.
Handheld thermal imagers stay in the trunk. Body cameras don't extend to 500 yards. The NOPTIC NV3 is permanently installed, always aimed at the scene ahead of you, and gives your patrol unit capabilities that no handheld device can match.
See Without Being Seen
Activating your spotlight tells the suspect exactly where you are and where you're looking. The NOPTIC scans without visible light. Officers locate heat signatures up to 500 yards out while the subject sees nothing but darkness. Element of surprise remains with the officer.
Always Mounted. Always Operational.
Handheld thermal imagers spend most shifts in the trunk. The NOPTIC is on the vehicle and operational the moment the engine starts. No retrieval. No setup. When a pursuit, foot chase, or area search develops, the camera is already pointing at the scene.
MDT & Laptop Integration
USB digital output goes directly to your Windows MDT or laptop — no capture dongle required. RCA analog output available for in-car monitors. Video records continuously with date and time stamp. Evidence is captured and ready without additional hardware purchases.
Two-Car Tactical Coordination
One NOPTIC-equipped car scans a suspect on foot while driving past — no spotlight, no alert. The NOPTIC unit radios coordinates to a second car, which moves in and illuminates at close range. The suspect has been located before the second unit arrives. This is a proven field tactic from departments already running the NV3.
Cold Weather Ready
Built-in lens heater auto-activates below 40°F — no fogging, no frost-over, no manual intervention. Rated to -40°F operating temperature. Marine rated for water exposure. The NV3 does not care what the weather is doing.
Fits Your Existing Spotlight
The NV3 is engineered to replace the Unity spotlight head your vehicle already has. No new bracket. No drilling. No custom mount fabrication. Installation uses your existing spotlight handle and wiring. Departments get thermal capability without a vehicle modification project.
System Specifications
| Model | NOPTIC NV3 PSV-3000 |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Replaces existing spotlight head — Unity spotlight compatible |
| Detection Range | Up to 500 yards (human heat signature) |
| Field of View | 21° |
| Resolution | 640 × 480 |
| Frame Rate | 7.5 Hz |
| Video Output | USB digital + RCA analog |
| MDT Compatibility | Windows, Mac, Android — no capture dongle required |
| Power | 9–16VDC, 3A minimum (12VDC nominal), negative ground |
| Operating Temperature | -40°F to 176°F |
| Lens Heater | Built-in, auto-activates below 40°F |
| Cable | 9 ft standard — 12 ft trunk jumper optional |
| Marine Rated | Yes |
| Includes | Camera/spotlight head assembly, 9 ft cable, signal conversion box with RCA output |
| Export Control | ITAR — U.S. agencies only |
Who Orders the NOPTIC NV3
The NV3 is a purpose-built law enforcement and government agency product. No public retail. Pricing is configured per department based on unit count, installation requirements, and existing vehicle platform.
Municipal Patrol Divisions
City and county patrol units running nightly vehicle patrols. Foot chases, area searches, and perimeter surveillance are the primary use cases. High-frequency patrol ops benefit most from a permanently mounted system.
Sheriff's Departments
Rural and suburban jurisdictions with large patrol territories benefit from 500-yard detection during traffic stops, property crimes, and pursuit termination assessments — especially at night without nearby lighting infrastructure.
Transit & Port Police
Rail yards, bus depots, port perimeters, and intermodal facilities present large open areas with limited lighting. The NOPTIC extends effective surveillance range well beyond traditional lighting setups.
Why Adams Industries
- 30+ years supplying night vision and thermal systems to U.S. LE and government agencies
- Authorized NOPTIC dealer — factory-fresh units with full manufacturer warranty
- Demo units available for department evaluation prior to purchase commitment
- LE/government pricing — we work within standard procurement budgets and purchasing vehicles
- Installation guidance provided — no third-party integrator required
- ITAR-controlled — U.S. agencies and U.S. persons only. All sales verified.
ITAR Notice: Unless explicitly noted, all products are controlled under export laws with guidance from the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Export or transfer to a non-U.S. person without a valid U.S. Department of State License is strictly prohibited. All domestic sales require verification of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
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