Optical Dynamics Lights

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About Optical Dynamics

Optical Dynamics operates as a specialized division focused on creating innovative illumination products for the shooting sports and tactical industries.

The company has established a significant partnership with Umarex USA, a major distributor of shooting sports accessories, which has helped bring Optical Dynamics products to market through established retail channels.

Umarex USA has featured Optical Dynamics products prominently in their catalogs since at least 2017, indicating a strong business relationship.

Optical Dynamics has made a notable impact on the shooting sports community by challenging the century-old paradigm of reflector-based flashlight technology.

Their introduction of Direct Projection Technology represents one of the most significant innovations in tactical lighting in recent decades.

 

Popular Optical Dynamics Features

Direct Projection Technology (DPT)

  • Revolutionary patented technology that projects light directly through a sophisticated lens system instead of using reflectors, eliminating energy loss.

Collimated Amplified Lens System (CALS)

  • Patent-pending technology uses four precisely aligned lenses to focus light and create parallel light rays that maintain intensity over distance.

Sharp-Edged Beam Pattern

  • Creates a crisp-edged light disc with no peripheral spill, providing consistent beam intensity from close range to maximum distance.

Hand-Adjustable Focus

  • Allows users to adjust focus for varying distances with multiple brightness settings for different applications.

Professional Construction

  • Features durable housing designed for tactical use with IPX7 waterproof rating and CREE LED technology for reliability.

Rechargeable Battery Systems

  • Equipped with rechargeable lithium batteries and USB charging for long runtime and convenient power management.

 

Popular Optical Dynamics Illuminators

EXUDE OD40 Gen II Illuminator

  • Current generation model with enhanced features offering beam distance up to 235 yards for target identification with rifle mount configurations available.

EXUDE OD40 Gen I

  • Original model that introduced the revolutionary Direct Projection Technology to the tactical lighting market.

EXUDE OD50 Illuminator

  • Larger 50mm diameter model with extended beam distance up to 348 yards handheld or 400 yards with optical aid, featuring four cluster CREE XHP50 LED chips.

EXUDE OD25 Tactical Predator Light

  • Compact 25mm model designed specifically for rifle mounting and optimized for predator hunting applications with dedicated rifle mount system.

Rifle Mount Systems

  • Dedicated mounting systems that attach to Picatinny rails, 1-inch scope tubes, or 30mm scope tubes for versatile weapon integration.

 

Popular Uses for Optical Dynamics

Predator Hunting

  • Coyote hunting and night hunting applications provide long-range target identification without spooking game, working effectively with rifle scopes.

Tactical and Professional Use

  • Law enforcement, search and rescue operations, security applications, and military training benefit from the utterly blinding brightness and precision beam.

Sport Shooting

  • Target identification at shooting ranges, competitive shooting support, and training applications utilize the precise illumination for enhanced accuracy.

Professional Inspections

  • Equipment testing, professional investigations, and inspection work require the precision lighting that Direct Projection Technology provides.

Emergency Preparedness

  • Outdoor activities requiring long-range illumination and emergency situations benefit from the reliable, rechargeable illumination systems.

 

Optical Dynamics FAQs

QUESTION: Why are Optical Dynamics lumen ratings lower than other tactical lights?
ANSWER: Traditional lumen ratings don't account for the focusing efficiency of Direct Projection Technology, making the effective brightness much higher than the 113-250 lumen ratings suggest.

QUESTION: How far can Optical Dynamics illuminators effectively reach?
ANSWER: The OD40 can identify targets up to 235 yards, while the OD50 extends to 348 yards handheld or 400 yards when used with optical aids.

QUESTION: Can Optical Dynamics lights be mounted on rifles?
ANSWER: Yes, Optical Dynamics offers dedicated rifle mounts that attach to Picatinny rails, 1-inch scope tubes, or 30mm scope tubes.

QUESTION: What makes Optical Dynamics different from regular flashlights?
ANSWER: By technical definition, these are illuminators that don't use reflectors and instead project light directly through a patented lens system.

QUESTION: How long do Optical Dynamics batteries last?
ANSWER: Runtime varies by model and setting - the OD40 runs 6-12 hours depending on brightness level, with full recharge taking about 8 hours via USB.

QUESTION: Where can I buy Optical Dynamics tactical lights?
ANSWER: Products are available through Umarex USA dealers, major online retailers, and specialized tactical and hunting equipment retailers.

QUESTION: Are Optical Dynamics illuminators waterproof?
ANSWER: Current models feature IPX7 waterproof rating for reliable performance in adverse weather conditions.

QUESTION: What is Direct Projection Technology in Optical Dynamics lights?
ANSWER: DPT is patented technology that projects light directly through a sophisticated lens system instead of using reflectors, claimed to be 50% more efficient.