K1 Look up periscope
The K1 Look up (LU) is designed to fit directly into the established space envelope of the M17 market design, but has modified optics to allow the user to look-up into the periscope from a lower vantage point relative to the lower window.
The Kent Periscopes K1LU is an example of the design enhancements and modifications that Kent Periscopes can respond to in order satisfy a particular customer requirement. Details are included here for a 20 degree look up angle, however, Kent Periscopes can modify this angle if required.
Regardless of look up angle, the K1LU 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 K1LU 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.
Please note that the K1LU was previoudly referred to as the KP21000 Look up.
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.
