How to Hide from Thermals

[titsonritz]

Night vision devices of all types are becoming more and more popular in the civilian market They are getting cheaper and cheaper, and while still expensive, they are in more hands than ever before. With that in mind, it might be wise to consider means to counter some of these technologies. Today we are going to look at a few methods to counter thermals. Like most forms of camouflage, none are perfect.

Think of it this way. These forms of camouflage are a lot like a flashlight. A white bright light will make you a beacon, but if you cover that light with a red filter, then you'd reduce your noticeable signature. Sure it's not as great as turning the light off, but unfortunately, you can't turn an opponent's thermals off.

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How to Hide from Thermals

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[aflineman]

Reflections are something to be aware of also. You can be "cool" , but reflect heat from another source. Which a mylar blanket will do in spades. Something as simple as a smooth spot on rough leather can show up as "hot".

 

[Nosferatu]

Anyone who's see Predator knows all you need to do is cover yourself in mud.

 

[Tlock]

I've been using thermal alot for work, hand helds and even on a drone. I can see hiding from someone on the ground but a drone would be alot harder. It's definitely some fun stuff and it's hard for the toothy critter to hide from ya

 

[titsonritz]

Anyone who's see Predator knows all you need to do is cover yourself in mud.

That is covered in the article, bottom line...

I don't think I'd rely on it for serious use.