Pulsar thermal imaging units operate via batteries. These batteries are either internal or external. External batteries are mounted outside the unit and plug in by a cord into a port on the unit. An internal battery is inserted inside the unit and connects power that way. Each unit includes a battery; however, Pulsar offers extra interchangeable batteries for purchase for an additional cost offering you extended run times.
External batteries:
EPS5 Battery Pack
The external EPS5 battery pack has a 20-hour discharge time, is rechargeable and will strap securely to your rifle with the included Velcro strap. A main charger, car adapter, an EU-US plug adapter and carrying case are included.
Compatible units:
- PL76311 Digisight N550
- PL78027 Recon 325
- PL78037 Recon 325R
- PL78026 Recon 550
- PL78036 Recon 550R
- Yk28041 Ranger 5×42
Specifications:
- Li-Pol battery
- 5 Ah Ampere-hour rating
- 4-hour full charge time
- IPX3 rated
- 500 + life cycle
- 3 ounces
- Operating temperature:
PB8I Power Bank
The weapon-mountable USB rechargeable PB8I power bank has an extended battery life of 20 hours. A built-in charge level allows you to know exactly how much battery life is left and it weighs only 7.8 ounces.
Compatible units:
Any unit with a micro USB, including Signal RT, Photon RT, Trail, Helion, Digisight Ultra and Digiforce RT.
Specifications:
- Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
- Waterproof and shockproof
- Mountable to Picatinny rail
- 5 hours full battery charge time
- 20-hours full discharge time
- ABS plastic housing
- Operating temperature: -4 to 122 F
IPS5
The IPS5 is a rechargeable battery pack with a 10-hour battery life powering all Trail, Helion and Digisight Ultra units.
Compatible units:
- Helion
- Trail
- Digisight Ultra
Specifications:
- 8-10-hour battery life
- Li-ion battery
- 4 hours full battery charge time
- 4 hours full discharge time
- Glass-nylon composite and metal construction
- 6 ounces
- Operating temperature: -4 to 104 F
IPS 10
The IPS10 has a 16- to 20-hour battery life and powers all Trail, Helion and Digisight Ultra units. Recharge it using a three-prong wall outlet or car adapter.
Compatible units:
- Trail
- Helion
- Digisight Ultra
Specifications:
- Li-ion rechargeable battery
- Up to 16-20 hours battery life
- 8 hours full battery charge time
- 40 hours full discharge time
- Glass-nylon composite and metal construction
- 5 ounces
- Operating temperature: -4 to 104 F
EPS3I
This external lithium-ion rechargeable battery has a waterproof plastic body and includes an extension cord, car adapter and EU to US plug adapter.
Compatible units:
The EPS3I fits older models: DFA, Apex and Digisight.
Specifications:
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Built-in charge indicator
- Weapon-mountable
- 2-hour full battery charge time
- 12 volts
- ABS plastic housing
- Weaver mount
- IPX5 rated
- Weighs 8.1 ounces
- Operating temperature: -4 to 140 F
Double DNV
The double DNV battery pack is a rechargeable NiMH battery pack designed to provide additional battery life to your Forward DN55 digital monocular, the Quantum and Quantum Lite thermal monoculars.
Compatible units:
- Forward DN55
- Quantum
- Quantum Lite
Specifications:
- NiMH rechargeable battery pack
- 6 volts
- 6 hours full battery charge time
- ABS plastic housing
- IPX5 rated
- Weighs 4.6 ounces
- Operating temperature: 1—13 to 122 F
IPS7
The IPS7 is a Lithium-ion battery with a 6,400 mAH capacity and extends the operating time on the Helion to 10 to 13 hours.
Compatible units:
Helion
Specifications:
- Operating time (Helion) 10-13 hours
- 3.7 voltage
- 6,400 mAh capacity
- Weighs 0.13 kg
IPS14
With a huge 12,800 mAh capacity, the IPS14 has a 21 to 26 hours (Helion) battery life.
Compatible units:
- Helion
- Accolade
- Trail
- Digisight Ultra
- Forward F
Specifications:
- Lithium-ion battery
- 12,800 mAh capacity
- 21 to 24 hours battery life
- Weighs 24 kg
Internal batteries:
BPS 3xAA Battery Holder
The BPS3 replaces your B-Pack as backup power holding 3 AA batteries. It will power any Pulsar unit that accepts B-Pack battery packs.
Compatible units:
All Pulsar devices that accept B-Pack batteries.
Specifications:
- Plastic housing
- Weighs 1.8 ounces
- Operating temperature: -13 to 122 F
APS 3
The APS 3 battery pack is a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with a 3,200 mAh capacity.
Compatible units:
- Axion
- Thermion
Specifications:
- Plastic housing
- Weighs 1.4 ounces
- Operating temperature: -4 to 140 F
APS 2
The APS 2 battery pack is a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with a 3,200 mAh capacity.
Compatible units:
Specifications:
- Plastic housing
- Weighs 1.4 ounces
- Operating temperature: -4 to 140 F
2 comments
Thank you so much for your question, Kyle! As the Quantum XD50A is an older unit, this seems like a topic for a prolonged conversation with our helpful customer service representatives. You can reach them at 817-761-1771.
I have a pulsar quantum XD 50a what type of battery pack do I need to buy to run it on an external rechargeable battery