K1 unity vision periscope
The K1 was developed by Kent Periscopes as a direct replacement for the widely used M17 periscope design.
Designed to fit directly into the same space envelope, the K1 represents a high quality and cost effective option for this significant market requirement, particularly when "through life costs" are an important consideration.
The Kent Periscopes K1 design uses the same space envelope and can be used in conjunction with existing vehicle mounted wash wipe systems and clamping mechanisms. As a result no vehicle modification is required to use the K1 as a replacement.
The periscope has a two prism system with desiccated ballistic gap. Each half of the periscope is collimated to +/- 15' of arc. This enables either half of the Periscope to be replaced in the event of damage, and maintain the original collimation angle tolerance.
| Vertical | Horizontal | ||
| Immediate | Cut off | Immediate | Cut off |
| +13.5° to -0.5° | +27.5° to -14.5° | 69° | 130° |
Please note that the K1 was previously referred to as the KP21000.
Look up versions of the K1 periscope are available.
Laser protection
A laser filter cassette can be included if required. Housed internally within the centre of the periscope, the cassette is protected from damage and is installed such that the periscope can be upgraded over time in order to respond to changes in threat level.
Typical levels of protection required by our customers include YAG 1064nm (1.064µm) or Ruby 694nm (0.694µm). These levels of protection can be provided alone or on a combined basis. We can also work with our customers to supply laser protection filters that meet other specific wavelength requirements.
