Lightstores HTA Infrared Glow Stick 6 Inch IR

The Lightstores HTA Infrared Glow Stick 6 Inch IR is a specialized chemiluminescent product that emits exclusively in the 880 nanometer near-infrared wavelength band — completely invisible to the unaided human eye under all lighting conditions but clearly visible and high-contrast under night vision equipment operating in the near-infrared spectrum, including Generation II, Generation III, and Generation III Plus image intensifier tubes used across military and law enforcement night operations worldwide. The infrared chemiluminescent reaction is achieved through a specialized sensitizer dye system that shifts the primary emission wavelength of the standard oxalate ester reaction entirely into the near-infrared band, producing an output that registers clearly on NVG displays while leaving no visible signature for unaided observers — eliminating the compromise between operator illumination requirements and light discipline that standard white or green glow sticks create in night operations. The HTA infrared stick provides 8 hours of consistent near-infrared output at a luminous intensity calibrated to be visible through standard military NVG systems at the distances relevant to personnel marking, route identification, and landing zone demarcation without saturating the NVG display at close quarters. The NATO-compatible connector cap and 6-inch format ensure physical interoperability with the same equipment systems that standard HTA tactical sticks are compatible with, allowing IR sticks to be used alongside or as direct substitutes for standard sticks within existing equipment without modification. The outer casing and foil pouch are identical in appearance to the standard HTA tactical line — the only distinguishing marking is a printed IR designation on the cap and pouch. Dimensions: 15.2cm × 1.5cm diameter.