I made some DIY digital nvg’s! I wanted to see in the dark, no matter how suspitious i look, so there i was, thinking… and i thought of something quite cheap (for me), the parts consist of:
Parts
- USB-C Breakout: AliExpress Link
- Random a/v camera i pulled out from a cctv camera
- CRT viewfinder from a old camcorder
- Dc step up from 5v to 12v: AliExpress Link
- Other little bits
As for wiring, it couldnt be more simple, usbc to DC-DC step up. and A/V out from camera to screen, on my helmet i have a semi-custom made light fixture that has 2 850nm led’s (and a normal light), hence the model name “Nox Spec -85A” I probably could fit a battery but i just draw power from the battery pack on my military helmet.
This wasn’t my first nvg i made, about a year and a half ago i thought the same except it was more of a experiment,
Theres not really much to say, Hope i gave you some ideas, and if you need anything, my telegram is on the side.