Panobridge QD1: 1.9 oz Metal Thermal / Night Vision Bridge with Dual QD Dovetail Arms

Panobridge™ QD1 is our first-ever all-metal bridge mount made specifically for use with modern thermal / night vision setups and for those that require a quick detaching monocular solution. At a class leading 1.9 oz total weight, it weighs the same as a single milspec J-Arm, yet its structure is composed entirely of high-performance 7075-T6 aluminum alloy for unbeatable rigidity and durability. Crucially, the Panobridge QD1 includes full interpupillary distance adjustment so that digital screens can be kept level.

Please note that this product does not include our patented Adjustable Field of View mechanism as found on the Panobridge M1, and so the monoculars will always point straight forward when attached to the Panobridge QD1.

The Noisefighters Panobridge QD1 weighs only 1.867 oz total, making it substantially lighter than any competing product. This is approximately 70% less weight than the Wilcox® SKEETIRx Bridge, approximately 44% less weight than the KVC® Universal Bridge, and still 34% less weight than an Integrated Components® D-14 Modular Bridge. We have optimized rigidity, strength, and durability while following the Marine Corps adage of, "Ounces equal pounds, and pounds equal pain."

Even though it is ultralight and rigid, durability is still our top priority, and Panobridge QD1 is essentially indestructible due to the use of high-performance 7075-T6 aluminum for the entire structure, plus stainless steel for the springs, screws, and latches. We have successfully conducted 2 meter drop tests on concrete with the Panobridge QD1, and we will continue to be as transparent as possible by publishing an unfiltered list of components damaged by customers right here. With thousands of our existing metal bridges in use and zero reports of parts breakages, plus the adoption of the Panobridge by dozens of law enforcement agencies and multiple U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation tactical teams around the country, we are confident in saying that this product is more than sufficient for duty use anywhere, anytime.

Both monoculars attached to the Noisefighters Panobridge QD1 may be individually swung upwards, out of the line of sight, without disturbing the adjacent device's positioning. For extended periods when one eye must view scenes unaided by night vision or instead aided by a thermal vision system, this added articulation feature is crucial.

This feature also allows the monoculars to better hug the helmet when the entire assembly is folded back in the stowed position, leading to a more balanced center of gravity and a reduced possibility of impacting door frames or other objects above the head.

A no-questions-asked, transferable lifetime warranty is included. The Noisefighters Panobridge QD1 is proudly made and assembled in the U.S.A. and was designed by a Marine Corps combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan. 

Considerations to account for:

1. There is a technical consideration called collimation that may need to be accounted for when using two monoculars. In the simplest terms, images from two bridged monoculars may not be perfectly in tune. For many users, this is not an issue that can be easily perceived, as the brain can usually overcome this misalignment. At worst, the user will experience eye strain after long periods of time using their night vision goggle. If necessary, hire a technician to collimate your paired monoculars, or read online about how to perform a DIY collimation. Done correctly, there is no need to re-purge the monocular.

2. No auto-shutoff system is integrated. Users must manually turn off the monocular when flipping up and stowing equipment on the top of the helmet.

3. This bridge is NOT COMPATIBLE with bayonet-style night vision helmet mounts. You MUST HAVE a dovetail-type night vision helmet mount. The cheapest yet adequate option for a sturdy dovetail-compatible helmet mount is to purchase a military surplus Norotos® RHNO-II (bayonet) mount and modify it to accept the Norotos PVS-15/18 dovetail adapter. Instructions can be found on YouTube here. Our recommendation for a pre-assembled helmet mount with dovetail adapter is the Nocturn Industries ALPHA mount.

PANOBRIDGE QD1 SPECIFICATIONS:

INCLUDED IN BOX: PANOBRIDGE QD1 WITH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FEMALE QD DOVETAIL MOUNTING ARMS, NIGHT VISION ACCESSORY TOOL

COMPATIBLE WITH: ALL MONOCULARS USING THE INDUSTRY STANDARD MALE DOVETAIL CONNECTION INCLUDING THE IRAY AC52 "PICTAIL" FOR RH25, PLUS ANY MONOCULAR WITH AN INDUSTRY STANDARD 1/4-20 SCREW MOUNTING POINT CONNECTED TO NOISEFIGHTERS QUICK DETACH DOVETAIL ARMS WITH FORE/AFT ADJUSTABILITY FOR PVS-14 MONOCULARS

HELMET MOUNTING COMPATIBILITY: DOVETAIL

INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE (IPD) COMPATIBILITY: 55 - 75mm

MATERIALS USED: 7075-T6 HARDCOAT ANODIZED ALUMINUM ALLOY; STAINLESS STEEL

TOTAL ASSEMBLED WEIGHT OF THIS PRODUCT: 1.9 OZ

DIMENSIONS (COLLAPSED FOR STORAGE): 3.00 x 3.00 x 1.50"

WARRANTY: LIFETIME, TRANSFERABLE

NIGHT VISION / THERMAL DEVICES SHOWN IN PICTURES ARE NOT INCLUDED

MADE AND ASSEMBLED IN THE U.S.A. BY A DISABLED U.S.M.C. COMBAT VETERAN OWNED COMPANY

THIS ITEM IS SUBJECT TO EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS (E.A.R.) AND MAY BE EXPORTED ONLY TO CERTAIN COUNTRIES AND CUSTOMERS.