Whereas true flashbangs are immensely enjoyable, the reality is there’s simply so few circumstances in my civilian life the place I might safely and legally use one.
Nonetheless, there’s numerous conceivable methods one would possibly want a little bit of a distraction. Totally on the skilled aspect, however I’ll allow you to ponder the probabilities as we check out the Nextorch ND30B, an digital distraction gadget.
Tech Specs:
LIGHT OUTPUT: 11,000 lumens
SOUND OUTPUT: 130 dB
DEPLOYMENT MODES: 4 (Single/Double/9x/12s Steady)
BATTERY TYPE: Constructed-in 18650 Lithium
ACTIVATIONS PER CHARGE: 4,400 (Mode 1)
EFFECTIVE RANGE: 70 meters
WATERPROOF RATING: IPX7
IMPACT RESISTANCE: 3 meters
DIMENSIONS: 127mm (L) x 47mm (diameter)
WEIGHT: 265g
CONSTRUCTION: 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
CHARGING METHOD: USB-C
So we’ve a really grenade/flashbang formed distraction gadget. You’ll discover this can be a fairly simple merchandise to make use of, a single read-through of the handbook is loads (and not likely needed). Pull the pin, launch the spoon (which stays connected), and the gadget rips off.
You’ll be able to select how lengthy the delay is earlier than activation: .5 seconds, 1 second, 1.5 seconds, or 3 seconds. You additionally get to pick what number of mild blasts you’re in search of, with 1-, 2-, and 9-burst modes obtainable, in addition to a 12-second steady barrage.
However how’s it look? Right here, have a video! (WARNING: excessive strobe impact and migraine set off should you’re delicate.)
The sound is a superb deal totally different from a conventional flashbang. Reasonably than a disorienting, concussive BOOM, you’re taking a look at one thing nearer to a automotive alarm. It’s not overwhelming, nevertheless it’s positively distracting.
The 11,000 lumen mild pulses are fairly vital. In the midst of a sunny day open air you’re not going to be blinded in fact, however even transferring indoors on that very same day makes a giant distinction. Blasting this at night time will completely dazzle your retinas.
That is completely practical in its job as a diversion. It’s not an awesome blast, however everybody within the space is both staring straight at it, or rapidly turning away from it.
So… what are the first makes use of? Nicely, that is positively simpler to amass than full-strength flashbangs. For legislation enforcement, mil-sim, or paintball/airsoft, this can be a unit that turns into a greater deal the extra occasions you employ it. Whereas not fairly as efficient as an explosive flashbang, a coaching assist like this allows you to construct reps and reps with out resorting to throwing a rock and yelling “bang”. Previous that, I’ve discovered a pair different makes use of you may not take into account….
First, as a helicopter pilot having a (very) small bag of emergency provides is all the time the SOP while you’re flying distant. Or at night time. The ND30B is seen and audible from a major distance, and could be repeatedly set off even in your hand. Pilots, hikers, anybody who wants emergency signaling, examine.
Second, regardless of dwelling in an especially rural space, I’ve had the distinct displeasure of discovering individuals on my property at night time. Whereas I can’t say I felt threatened whereas carefully observing these guys whereas beneath NVG’s and with an SBR (I used to be already in search of coyotes), not everybody will discover themselves so fortuitously well-equipped for surprising friends. Whereas tossing a legit explosive flashbang at my curious methhead neighbor looks like it needs to be thought-about an inexpensive response, the reality is that in lots of areas I might discover myself heading to jail, not him. A Nextorch ND30B, nevertheless, is in a distinctly totally different authorized class.
A simple, non-explosive solution to completely achieve the higher hand.
Backside Line:
The Nextorch ND30B isn’t a alternative for conventional flashbangs, it’s a viable different. Non-explosive, reusable, programmable, and really efficient. The ND30-B runs $319.99. Test it out!
Jens “Rex Nanorum” Hammer
@Rexnanorum
