ESS Profile NVG Goggles

ESS Profile NVG Goggles
ESS Profile NVG Goggles. Photo courtesy Eye Safety Systems Inc. (ESS).

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ESS Profile NVG Goggles

  • Physical/Functional
    • Injection molded rubber frame.
    • Anti-reflective sleeve reduces glint when the goggle is not in use.
    • Interchangeable lenses are a high impact polycarbonate design with anti-scratch & anti-fog coatings.
    • Lenses are a single piece, simple curve, injection molded.
    • Weight is comparable to Sun-Wind-Dust Goggles (SWDG) ~ 4.1 ounces.
    • One size fits all.
  • Performance/Protection
    • Ballistic impact protection meets MIL-V-43511C, paragraph 3.5.10, tested "as worn" on an Alderson head form.
    • Compliant with all ANSI Z87.1-2003 optical performance and protection requirements.
    • Clear and sunglass lenses offer 100% Ultra Violet protection.
    • Does not provide laser hazard protection.
  • Components/Materials
    • Frame: Black, green, OD or tan neoprene rubber; black elastic web strap.
    • Ballistic Lens: 2.8mm thick polycarbonate lens (clear & sunglass).
    • Storage Case.
    • Anti-reflective Sleeve.

The ESS Profile NVG (night vision goggle) is for soldiers who do not need prescription eyeglasses. This goggle fits closer to the face, to allow for unimpeded weapons sighting and night vision compatibility. One size fits all. The kit can be ordered in four frame colors: black, olive drab, foliage green or desert tan. The goggle backing is made of rubber, which makes a closer fit to the face. Foam-covered vent holes and an antireflective sleeve are also features on this goggle. Outrigger clips on the strap allow for helmet compatibility without breaking the face seal.

ESS Profile NVG Goggles provide excellent ballistic protection, but does not provide eye protection from laser hazards. If a mission requires laser eye protection, the soldier must wear the Sun-Wind-Dust Goggles (SWDG), Ballistic-Laser Protective Spectacles (B-LPS), or Special Protective Eyewear Cylindrical System (SPECS) (with laser lenses).

NSN Table for ESS Profile NVG Goggles Components

Item NSN
ESS Profile NVG Goggles (Black Frame) Kit 4240-01-504-6222
ESS Profile NVG Goggles (Olive Drab Frame) Kit 4240-01-504-5706
ESS Profile NVG Goggles (Desert Tan Frame) Kit 4240-01-504-5727
ESS Profile NVG Goggles (Foliage Green Frame) Kit 4240-01-540-5585
ESS Profile NVG Goggles Clear Ballistic Replacement Lens (50 Pack) 4240-01-504-5641
ESS Profile NVG Goggles Smoke Gray Ballistic Replacement Lens (50 Pack) 4240-01-504-6143
Profile NVG Goggle with Case (Olive Drab Frame) 4240-01-509-2996
Profile NVG Goggle with Case (Desert Tan Frame) 4240-01-509-2993
Profile NVG Goggle with Case (Black Frame) 4240-01-505-0049

Profile NVG Goggle Kit includes google, SpeedSleeve & Case.

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