Helmet Mounted Thermal | iRay RH25
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- Опубліковано 3 лип 2024
- The RH25 by iRay may very well be the most versatile thermal unit around. The RH25 can be used as a handheld, helmet, standalone, or forward mounted unit.
Thermal is an essential piece of kit for the prepared person. Skip to 8:09 to see how thermal beats night vision by far.
In this video, Jared dives into many different specs, mounting options and comparisons. After months of use, we also have developed an understanding of the RH25 and that has led us to have an opinion on if it should belong in our kit or not.
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Table of Contents:
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0:00 - Intro
1:36 - Specs
4:51 - Accessories
8:09 - Night VIsion vs. Thermal
12:46 - How to Helmet Mount
16:45 - MH25 vs. RH25
18:56 - How to Weapon Mount
24:04 - Final Thoughts
28:37 - Closing
#rh25 #iray #thermal
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I'm 🤔 on fuzton tm 50....
Do you sell an aftermarket battery pack power cable for the Iray rh25? I have the one supplied, but wondering if there is a USB on one end and the connector to the rh25 (90degree angled connector) -{instead of the LONG protruding connector). Make running a battery pack on the helmet Much easier. Thank you for your time.
$6k isn't all that bad if you have money to burn considering the options it offers. But unless you are planning to use it an awful lot....it's probably 4x what most people actually need. Good video and info.
@@belliduradespicio8009 as one of those ppl that’ll have to work my butt off all year to be able to save up for one of these. Good. I’d rather have that upper hand
I couldn’t afford it if it was 600$ right now my expendable cash flow has taken a massive hit in the last few months
@@belliduradespicio8009 I don’t buy all these tyranny stoppers for myself lol
Most people would be better served buying $6k worth of ammo over time instead of saving for one of these. Not saying I don't really want one, I do a lot actually, but I literally would have to shoot much less for years to afford one of these.
@@Elpolloloco47 I promise you, if you have to buy it yourself, you probably will never use it, unpopular opinion, night vision is the same. If you have to save up for a long time to buy it, odds are you will never be in a situation where it actually is gonna make a difference.
I'm loving the quality of sound, high quality visuals, and the hay bale backdrop
Likely the best demo I’ve seen on NVG vs Therm
This is by far one of the best infomercials I've ever seen. Keep it up!
I haven’t heard of you guys but from the looks of your website and the quality of the video, I’d say you’re on the right track. Good work!
Yo…Great production here guys! Can’t wait to see more.
Boy o boy your review of RH25 alone worth the price together you nailed it .
I asked Dirty Civilians to collaborate with you guys! Glad to know you're already homies! 👍🏻🤙🏼🇺🇸
I’ve had the mh25(external battery) left pvs14 right on a mod armory bridge for about a year now. Awesome setup for night hunting.
Please do a full video going over the zeroing process for the RH25, or anything RH25 related really. It’s probably going to be my next purchase and there needs to be more information out there on them.
Selling mine for 2800 if interested i have it on offerup fir 2k to reach international buyers but i want 2800 mh25
Bro, your production quality is crazy good.
If we are talking objective specifications/capabilities here (disregarding price), then the Voodoo S is the better optic. Water proof, more versatile mounting system, better built, on board IR laser, milspec, and more back end demagnificaton so it handles optic mag better (I've compared this directly).
Also another comment here: Yes, thermal is better than NV when it comes to dedication, however, it is inferior if you are navigating around. You cannot see through glass with uncooled LWIR systems like you can with i², you have to deal with refresh rates because it's a camera (plus the weird "jello" effect the RH25 has when your using it as an HMT), you cannot see IR light, battery life and other issues not mentioned in this video. Thermal isn't an replacement of i², but simply a compliment to it. NV is still the better option if you only had one.
Seriously, why would you compare a $6000 scope to a $16,500 thermal and then say you like the more $$$ one? That’s like asking someone if they’d rather have a beat up pos vs a high end Mercedes
simply because in this video, they comment on how this device is the "best in this category", that category being a multi-use monocular. This is objectively false and needed to be stated as the POT Voodoo S is the best in this category. They discounted this because they can't make margin on the Voodoo S like they can with selling the RH25.
For once, thank you YT algo…havent seen this channel before, but im definitely a fan!
Same here! Liked and subscribed!
Following. Some super quality footage and I appreciate everything you've done. it takes a lot of work. I grabbed the PFalcon (international RH25) that I am stoked to get. Thermal is 100% cheating in the NVG world.
High-quality video. The RH25 is best run on a bridge that provides inter-pupillary adjustments. I am running dual RH25s most nights; and a fused setup with a PVS-14 on others. The units are worth every penny.
I’ve often heard folks say that traditional wisdom is to use thermal for spotting but then we need night vision for moving about (due to perceived weakness in thermal being able to see terrain). I have seen some RH25 footage where it looks like it’s providing plenty enough detail for moving about. Could you please share your thoughts based on having used both night vision and the RH25.
@MattJonesISOHEALTHBJJ I have the mh25 v2 and you can see almost every terrain feature. It's pretty neat how minute of heat differences the mh25 can detect. You can actually see the differences in temp between small holes in the ground and ground level.
What bridges out there have inter-pupillary adjustments
This is out of this world . Who’d have thought that the public would one day be able to have gear that will put us all on a level playing field of modern military capabilities. Proud to live in the greatest country in the world . Awesome review. 1st time I have ever seen your channel. 2 thumbs up.👍 👍
Turned on notifications.
Shared video on TS .
Now we just need to be able buy Carl Gs and IDF weapons lol. 2a says "Arms" and that encompasses alot.
The authors of the US Constitution and it's Amendments did. Back when private citizens could own warships, cannons, and rifles equal to every military of the day.
@@Will-W better than GI equipment in most cases.
@@Will-W imagine if we could crowdfund a functional ac130 with live weapons 🤔
@@freshjnew sounds like a fun time to me. I've never flown something that large. The ammunition costs and the airframe maintenance and fuel would be ridiculous.
I would love to see a comparison video!
So many are complaining about the price, but there’s really nothing else like this that’s so versatile, compact, durable and provides the clarity this unit does. It’s also next to impossible to find a 1x base mag with the clear 640 res digital zoom this unit provides.
I was going to spend over 3k for a 640 res scanner in addition to my 384 res scanner, but used that money along with what I got selling my Rattler 384 scope and the difference was less than 1k.
With this unit, I now have a high res scanner with comparable stand alone scope distance to the Rattler with less to carry around and less batteries to charge.
Selling mine for 2800 if interested i have it on offerup fir 2k to reach international buyers but i want 2800
Great vid man.
Also, would love to see a detailed comparison of the mh25 vs rh25
This right here!
Selling mine for 2800 if interested i have it on offerup fir 2k to reach international buyers but i want 2800
How is this channel not up there with the legend hickok45? This is the most easy to follow, informational, and overall helpful video on general info. I'm an optics newbie, and I understood absolutely everything. Thank you so much.
Right! this channel is giving me Trex arms level content.
Because he is reading a script and it seems like a paid advertisement.
He’s pretty big but he keeps reinventing his UA-cam presence. Hickok has had the same channel since 2008
Hickok isn’t a salesman
There’s definitely no way it’s only because this channel is 3 weeks old 😂
Production quality on this video is very impressive
running a pvs 14 ish nv and a flir breach, excellent combo
Great job
Great info and well put together video. I would like to get into thermal and nightvision one day, its just a little too rich for my blood. I wish a company could come out with a more affordable technology so their could be a better price point for a larger amount of people could get into thermals.
You definitely have me interested in the RA... I have a circa 98' simrad on an old PSS, and an old Trijicon on an SSG both been sitting for almost 25 years in the vault... will pursue. Respectfully, Seth
This is my next goal. A 14 plus a good thermal really seems like the meta setup.
The Breach is terrible. This sounds promising
Or you could get panos and a trijicon and not look like a bum
I damn 4 of them with all the mounts is like 27k I love mine it’s on another level. Nothing compares when talking price size and weight and you cannot forget capability.
I like your studio
Let’s see that MH vs RH comparison!
You have a good video there but I would disagree with thermal being good at navigation. I'd prefer gen 3 image intensifier tube for that purpose. Though both IIT and TID compliments each other. They cover each other's weakness.
Well I guess he did it. This was the video to put this channel on the map.
First time watching one of your videos. I’m not sure if this is a great video about a product you like or a sponsor review. Either way halfway through and find it very clearly explained. Good job either way.
No sponsors. We buy everything we discuss. We are a dealer, but our first priority is good info to all of you.
@@Arkayne thanks
subscribed... channel is awesome!
Glad you found us 👊
I like it. I'd have to make my own quick mount so I can use iron sights or the RH25 w/o changing anything. If you can talk them into giving me two RH25s & two Picrail adapters, I'll give them the CAD file for a sight-through clamp and one blued steel prototype.
I'm ballin on a budget over here I can't afford to spend 6k on that but if I could I'd definitely have one. Or 3
Dude I would love a thermal if i could afford one. I cant even afford NOD’s right now and you bought 4 thermal units to test color me green because im very jealous.
How did you get around the RH25’s battery from bumping into the 14 when you run it bridged with the 14 on the right eye? Are you guys using a obverse shoe? I feel like that’s a pretty big con that should be mentioned. If you can get around that it’s as close to perfect as I’ve ever seen.
just dropped some cash on gen 3 white phos L3's. but I'll definitely be giving you guys a call (I talked to Ethan on the phone a while back) hopefully soon you purchase an rh25!
Keep us in mind. We'd love to help you get into that unit!
Would love to hear the story’s on how this was used on a op
Good unit great break down sadly this unit is not available in Canada
Please make a detailed comparison
Was super excited about this. Watched the video till the end, then clicked the link and quickly realized that sadly, this thermal is well outside of my budget. Bummer. Looks sick though!
We have much more thermal coming at lower price points soon! Stay tuned.
Most Night Vision users pair thier setup with IR illuminators, now granted, thermal imaging does not need this, and IR lights can alert enemies especially if they have NVGs. So that's how thermal helps, its a lot less subdued. Granted, if the test had an IR illuminator like NVGS work with, then they would of found the target faster. Also, would of loved to see video footage of the unit in use (down the tube)
I doubt given the conditions you would find someone over 100yds with any illuminator unless they were not trying to hide. And it would drastically give you away to others with nods.
However if the person hiding would have had anything backlit, phone watch etc. or have been smoking he would he would have stood out like a sore thumb.
Moat NV users dont use illuminators, in fact because of the proliferation of NV many users are even ditching IR lasers and going passive sights only.
@@snorman1911 Exact 👍🏻
“Enemies”…. You drive a forklift and shoot beer cans, get out of my goddamn face
@@snorman1911
Explain how that works?
I'm not sure what manufacturing capabilities you guys have, or what relationship you guys have with the folks at ADM... but if you or ADM could make spacers for the ADM mount for those using 1.93" and 1.7" mounts, that would be awesome.
Yes!!! 1.93 needed
Can’t wait til these are affordable
Good video, I forgot to add that on my comment guys
What height scope mount do you need to run to be level with the iray?
A collaboration with C_Does would be very cool!
What optic height is it when mounted in front of an optic? Absolute? Lower 1/3?
Something to consider is your scope height. I've found that most of my scope mounts didn't line up with the thermal. You'll need the ADM "AD-Delta-C-M Scope Mount-1.7" or something with a 1.7" height for best results.
Please do a Sig Echo and Flex 100 comparison with the RH25
0:30 I wish it was . Thermal NV overlay is but thermal by itself isn’t . All someone needs is a clear peace of glass and they are invisible . That doesn’t beat regular NV in my opinion . Although I disagree with your statement , I really like your channel and your personality “ that almost sounded gay so “ no homo so . I’m definitely going to be subscribing and sharing .
New subscriber here. Great video. I dig the unit but looking forward to a day when something that performs like this is priced around half of what they currently retail for. At $3k-$4k, ouch but ok. At $6k I’ll have make due with a NV monocular.
Check out the RL25
Grow some balls and sell dope on the side or start flipping couches
I have a 1.93 height sclarwork LPVO. How can I mate this thermal with my height? Alos, what is the height with the QD mount?
I need that in depth dive... I want to try a thermal with a red dot on the gbrs hydra mount. Does that make me crazy ... possibly
Another excellent and informative video,thank you!!!! Now as far as the rh25 for daytime usage weapon mounted, could it be used during the day as well and could I just leave it mounted?? As I’m sitting writing this, now I’m thinking that I should mount this on a helmet due to me having my 300 blackout as a home defense but also having my M4A1 the same, but because I have a M203 grenade launcher attached (also for home defense), I would want to use it for both of these so helmet mounted would be best versus getting two of the rh25’s would you agree?? I now love your idea of having the duel setup, one side being for thermal and the other for ir. Now the question being which for which side since I’m right eye dominate?? Thank you an thank you for your timely response
thermal is day safe generally speaking but i would not reccomend an M203 for home defence because a hole in the side of your living room will be expensive to repair lol
@@mikerodix4800 lol I understand that, but I would not use it. I’ve come to the conclusion a while back to have more than one sbr. I use to think that was foolish because I’m one person but now I’m looking into having the M4, for outside usage and my 300 blackout, HK mr556a1 an MK18 both sbr for HD. I know I’m on the late show but better late than never I guess. Thank you very much for responding.
Compare and choose one
Awesome video! What optic mount height is required for theRH25 to line up correctly?
What height does the MQD mount land when installed?
For running around I perfer night vision
But if I'm trying to scan for a target I like thermal
I hope Ethan is recovering well from the Mosquito attack.
I was looking at options for night ops and I have learnt a few things. Long range would require a dedicated scope with a unsophisticated reticle. Since the clip-ons are horrible with higher magnification. I just want a do it all single unit for both long and short range. There isn't that much of a difference between a clip-on and a dedicated unit in terms of price (short to mid range).
What I'm thinking right now it that I would need a monocular white phosphor. A 556 with a LPVO and clip-on and then a 308 (or something with a longer range) with two uppers and two different scopes. This is lunacy and a pain to carry. Why don't we mount these behind the scopes?
I find when I'm using night vision using a ir light helps a lot. But I like to spot with my thermal and nav with night vision. But having both is expensive
The problem with ir light is you're basically a target for others who're also using ir nvg. Yeah, we're not in a war so we shouldn't really care.
Oh yeah definitely but the deer I'm keeping out of the orchard aren't shooting back.... For now lol but I like having night vision and thermal
@@540isilver they're starting to evolve man.. I tell ya. ua-cam.com/video/Z39oTn-yzt0/v-deo.html
We grabbed 4! At $5k each. Must be nice!!!
What is the best budget friendly monocular and clip on for your rifle?
What kind of Wilcox helmet mount do you need for the bridge?
Can you do a review on the AGM TS25?
Thanks a lot for the interesting test review- Which attribudes a scope should have to fit to the RH25?
LPVO with a base of 1X and max of around 6X
I'd like to see you compare the iRay units to N Vision units. I own a NOX 18mm and use it as a clip on in front of optics, on my helmet with a PanoBridge & PVS14 and as a handheld unit. I don't see the need to use it as a dedicated optic with its crosshair. since the NOX is B&W only, no color, but has a fantastic sensor BAE 12u core. my own usage has been behind a Razor 1-6 E and a G2 3-15. the NOX gives a usable image up to 6-8x. I would like to know if your own experience dovetails with my own and how you think the image quality compares in different rolls. nice video, you earned a sub from me.
It’s interesting to me that you say you’re using the NOX18 as a clip on when Nvision officially states that the NOX18 cannot be used as a clip on.
@@gwman90 since when do men RTFM? I didn't ask them i tried it out and found the shift within my limits of grouping at local ranges, out to 200 yds.
I can use my NOX18 as a clip-on also, however, the impact shift is huge. You have to use the reticle in the NOX instead of the reticle in the scope. I doubt the RH25 is good enough to be used as a clip-on without impact shift.
@@spldrong I wonder if it's a unit-by-unit issue because mine has less than 2 MOA shift from a bench for me, local range can't go prone, I have pretty bad arthritis, so my groups have opened up on me unless I go prone. maybe they can't lock down the shift so no guarantee of accuracy as a clip on?
@@Militaristics my understanding is that it is very difficult to manufacture any optic to have zero shift as an In-Line. Most that guarantee zero shift are double the price of those that don't. It can also be don't with software after assembly, but I think the issue is that very few civilians are asking for this... honestly not that many military people even understand the importance of this
I am two steps lower than a newbie when it comes to modern thermals and NV. my experience with night vision goes back to the heady days of the starscope. That was brought in and exited from service before you were born. Having said that, damn I'm old. Anyhow can you run your helmet mounted rig while engaging a target with a variable scope ? Let's say up to 10X ?
I’ve never used night vision with a magnified optic, just a CCO red dot. But I’m theory it should be as simple as toying with you NOD’s focus settings to play nice with your scope.
Question about 21:11 - If you collimate it to your daytime optic and then pop it off to scan handheld... will it return to zero when you remount it? Or do you need to re-collimate it EVERY time you mount it back in front of your optic?
technically you can take it on and off. If you are being responsible, you should always verify zero with optics you remove. BUT you could test that theory and go forward from there accordingly. We have had no issues with the quality mounts included.
What j arm do u run of u just want to run the rh25 binocular with the rhino 2 mount
which unit would be best in front of the nightforce nx8 2.5-20x50 f1 ? the reason I ask is due the larger objective lens on the optic than what I usually see thermals paired with
What about being water proof to, 3-Atm depth of water? Is it capable? Or at least resisting the rain?
What do you do for a rangefinder when using this?
Any current sale Codes? Or any new recommendations?
I run an Eotech exps3-0 with an optional magnifier behind it.
Could you mount this in front of the eotech holographic?
Sweet
How has no one reviewed this on your website?
You should set this up with a 3x magnifier, eotech, and then thermal for the silly
Can you help find out what mounts are needed that are available to mount the rh25 and Pvs14 on a bridge mount also what you use to help with wobble on nvg’s thanks.
Yes we are working on solid solutions as we speak
What scope mount height?
Here's a dumb idea:
1) buy one of those spinny hats
2) put the thermal on your the spinner
3) let it rotate once every second or so, like a LIDAR
4) map the rotation to a 360° view with a Jetson Nano in your backpack
5) wear MR googles that map the full 360° to your view
6) run face/person detection that automatically alerts you if it finds a person and automatically points you into that direction (or just alert you when it sees something unusually hot)
7)????
8)profit
I'm sure it won't be nauseating and disorienting and reveal your position
Bonus points if you replace the cameras in your MR headset with infrared cameras run through a deep-learning denoising/night vision filter like a Google Pixel
Can this ve mounted in front of an EOTECH EXPS 3-2 coupled with an EOTECH G45 Mangnifier? What are the CONS?
1. Does it have a flip to side mount?
2. How does it compare to the voodoo s thermal clipon
What height of mount should I take for LPVO to work properly with the rico25 + PICTAIL + MQD mount set?
I used three cnvd-t in multiple theaters, it was a huge advantage but it was expensive as fuck and heavy and big as shit, but it worked well
Is there a possibility of them dropping a 1240 version with the 1 inch sensor?
How do you like the Modarmory D-14? Its hard to tell how much adjustment they actually have.
Our favorite bridge to date and works well for dual 14’s or bridged thermal and a 14
I can't find your website. Would you mind providing it?
HTTPS://Arkayne.com
Can you please give a list of what is needed and where to get it to connect a remote monitor to the mh25? I upgraded to it for clarity. The flir breach I had was nice for driving the sis with it in a Pta mount and viewed on the lcd monitor from in cab. I can’t figure out how to do it with the mh. Now I’m thinking of upgrading to the rh. Would be nice to dedicate the mh to the sxs
hit us up: CS@arkayne.com and we can discuss further and maybe help come up with a solution for you.
Very helpful video! Is the RH-25 available in black?
Glad it was helpful! The RH25 is not available in black at this time.
Fantastic optic... Step 1 Win Lotto ... Step 2 Buy the RH25 thermal
I gotta get one of those lol
What tripod is that?
He said we bought 4. I was thinking it’s gotta be a killer price.
$6000 lol
Instant kick to the balls.
I’d never be able to afford this.
$3000 is my limit on a rifle as a disabled veteran on a fixed disability income this sucks because I really want a thermal haha would be nice to have
There are options where you can pay monthly for the device Kind of like Amazon does.
I am a non disabled military veteran on a limited fixed income. It's called work my ass off for a wage that never increases. I work 60 hours a week and make less than every disabled vet I personally know. 😂😂😂
What's the most affordable yet usable thermal and night/day scope ?? Shots from 50-300yds??
Shoot us an Email: cs@arkayne.com or text Ethan so we can help you determine what unit will serve you best!
My ATN Thor 4 7x28 and my Sig Echo 3 2-12 might not be enough now lol
Is there a different mount to raise the height enough to mount up with a Nightforce nx8 1-8 on a 1.93 riser?
We usually just suggest a half inch pic rail riser adaptor to get the RH25 lined up with 1.93 mounts.