CIDV Vehicle Marker
Inverted V - Infrared Vehicle Marker
Gov't
Only: Set
of 2 MUST CALL TO ORDER
CIDV-12 (12"
x 1.75"), Black NSN: 9390-01-521-3744
CIDV-14 (14"
x 2"), Black NSN: 9390-01-504-7926
CIDV-21 (21"
x 3"), Black NSN: 9390-01-521-3576
CIDV-28 (28"
x 4"), Black NSN: 9390-01-521-3746
Simple and cost effective, Warrior GloTape markers make it easier to identify friendly vehicles at long distances. The markers display a unique, covert signature that can only be seen with laser illumination and night vision equipment. Unlike electric devices, Warrior GloTape markers never break or loose power. Effective at maximum ranges, a properly marked vehicle reduces friendly-fire incidents and increases survivability.
Features
Easily and permanently attaches to vehicle side
Only visible through illuminating night vision gear
Approved by the Joint Combat Identification Marking System
No Power Supply Required
Specifications
Part# CIDV-12 - 12" on longest side x 1.75"
Part# CIDV-14 - 14" on longest side x 2"
Part# CIDV-21 - 21" on longest side x 3"
Part# CIDV-28 - 28" on longest side x 4"
Two complete V’s per package
Permanent peel-and-stick adhesive backing
Item Name
TAPE, REFLECTIVE
Federal Supply Class: 9390
Description: A flexible material, six inches (152.4 mm) or less in width, coated or impregnated with reflecting material.
It may have an adhesive backing. For items more than six inches (152.4 mm) in width, see SHEETING, REFLECTIVE. For items with luminescent material, see TAPE, LUMINOUS.
Durable
and requires no power - yet effective at over 800 feet.
Warrior GloTape relies on the simple
principle that selected light wavelengths can be either reflected or absorbed.
This simple principle, translated into Warrior GloTape, is becoming the
standard equipment for the future warrior.
OPERATION
The same way that coatings on modern combat fighter jets are tuned to absorb
radar wavelengths, Warrior GloTape uses a specially-formulated coating to catch
select visible light bands and only reflect IR wavelengths. While it is true
that some visible light is reflected back from the surface, reflection in
low-light conditions is considered to be almost zero. The reflected IR light
amount is substantial, and coupled with military night vision IR systems
creates a beacon of light which marks a friendly unit to team members.
Reflected high-frequency light (IR) can come from ambient light, illuminated ENVIS gear, or lasers. Targeted lasers provide the greatest infrared return while viewed through Night Vision (Image Intensified or I2) equipment.
CONSTRUCTION
Products made from the Warrior GloTape materials are durable and easy to care
for. Much of this is owed to the technology behind the patch and construction
techniques.
3M reflective material
provides the basic reflective qualities for Warrior GloTape. Familiar in construction
and highway use, the 3M layer is pliant and extremely durable. A masking is
applied to the surface of the 3M material, effectively turning the layer black
and non reflective to all but infrared light.
All layers, plus any design art, are permanently adhered to a hook-and-loop substrate using Warrior GloTape exclusive Fused Edge technology. Fused Edge patches and labels will not separate, tear, or fray.
USAGE
Warrior GloTape technology is extremely application flexible. Currently it is
being used to protect soldiers with Patches, Armbands, and Helmet SCHIMS.
The same protection is offered to these heavy and light vehicles in the form of side markers.
Features and Specifications
INCREASED
TROOP SURVIVABILITY
Will
not reveal unit location to combatants - To the naked eye,
Warrior GloTape looks like black duct tape, yet with NVG equipment, it provides
a stealth method for teams to identify specific units.
Limited
field of IR reflection - Infrared light is only reflected
back to the viewer in a 5 degree cone from center. Only those meant to identify
troops or vehicles will be able to do so.
Long-range
effectiveness - When illuminated with military ENVIS equipment, Warrior
GloTape markers are visible at up to 800 meters. Military teams are given
enough time to identify and react to ground movement.
SIMPLE
AND DURABLE
Nothing to break -
Warrior GloTape is not powered internally, has no light-emitting elements and
needs no batteries.
Cost
effective - Troops and vehicles can be outfitted and thus protected
with smaller cost per unit as compared to other identification systems.
Long
life-span - Patches and labels have a seven-year weather exposure life.
Fused Edge™
technology - Patches do not have seams or stitching to tear or wear
down.
ULTIMATE
FLEXIBILITY AND SECURITY
Exclusive
distribution - Warrior GloTape products are only supplied to approved
military and civil organizations.
Full
range of uses - Protects both individual troops and vehicles in combat
situations.
Added
personalization - Custom unit markings can be created for approved military
and civil organizations.
Warrior GloTape is an infrared (IR) reflective material intended for the covert combat identification of troops, vehicles and equipment. It is most commonly used to prevent fratricide (the inadvertent killing of friendly forces). To the naked eye, GloTape appears to be similar to black duct tape in both texture and finish without a visible reflective glow. When illuminated with the infrared diode on standard Night Vision Goggles (NVG's), the GloTape gives a bright reflection that is clearly visible up to 70 meters away. The bright reflection from an infrared laser can be seen up to 900 meters using a 6-power night vision scope. GloTape is available in a variety of sizes and cuts to fit the individual needs of the user.