Pulsar Thermal Imagers & Night Vision Optics

Pulsar is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of thermal imaging devices and night vision optics. At Swiss-Sale.ch you will find a carefully curated Pulsar collection shipped from our Swiss warehouse – from compact thermal monoculars and thermal binoculars to night vision clip-ons, the hardware-upgradeable Telos LRF and the new Wildlife Lumion line dedicated to nature observation.

The Pulsar brand was launched in 2009; the company’s roots go back to 1991. Today, the Yukon Advanced Optics Worldwide group employs over 1,100 people across seven countries, with headquarters in Vilnius, Lithuania. Pulsar is one of the few manufacturers to control microbolometer sensor design, optical engineering, AMOLED display and final assembly entirely in Europe.

Bestsellers at Swiss-Sale.ch

Five Pulsar models have proved particularly popular with our Swiss customers:

• Pulsar Symbion LRF DXT50 – thermal binocular with laser rangefinder for extended observation sessions
• Pulsar Oryx LRF XG35 – thermal monocular with 640×480 sensor and integrated laser rangefinder
• Pulsar Merger XT50 LRF – binocular thermal with long-range capability and distance measurement
• Pulsar Telos LRF XL50 – hardware-upgradeable premium monocular with XL50 sensor
• Pulsar Wildlife Lumion XL50 – thermal monocular dedicated to nature observation

Thermal monoculars – Axion, Oryx, Telos & Wildlife Lumion

Pulsar’s thermal monoculars cover the full range of applications. The Axion series with 4.5-second fast startup is ideal for quick observation while stalking or sitting in a high seat. Models such as the Axion XG35 with 640×480 sensor and the XQ variants deliver compact performance in every situation. The Oryx LRF series combines high-resolution thermal imaging with an integrated laser rangefinder for precise distance measurement – essential for ethical shot placement.

With the Telos LRF XL50, Pulsar created the first hardware-upgradeable thermal monocular: sensor, display and software can be upgraded later, keeping the device current for years. The Wildlife Lumion XL50 line is aimed specifically at nature observers seeking a high-quality thermal device without tactical features – for ornithology, wildlife biology and quiet animal observation.

Thermal binoculars – Merger & Symbion

For extended observation sessions where monocular viewing becomes tiring, Pulsar offers binocular thermal devices. The Merger XT50 LRF combines dual-eyepiece comfort with long-range performance and integrated distance measurement. The Symbion LRF DXT50 rounds out the range with an alternative sensor configuration for nature observation and wildlife management. The Merger Duo plays a special role: it combines thermal and optical imaging in a single device using multispectral imaging technology – a world first in hunting optics.

Clip-ons & attachments – Forward FN455S & Krypton 2

If you wish to keep your existing riflescope, Pulsar clip-on devices are an excellent choice. The Forward FN455S is a digital night vision clip-on that mounts in front of the day scope – without re-zeroing. The Krypton 2 series (XQ35, XG50) does the same for thermal imaging, turning any conventional riflescope into a fully featured thermal system. A selection of Pulsar clip-ons can also be found in our night vision category.

Thermal riflescopes – Thermion series

With the Thermion and Thermion 2 series, Pulsar offers thermal riflescopes that mount directly onto standard rings. The devices combine high-resolution 640×480 sensors with AMOLED displays and offer multiple colour palettes, picture-in-picture mode and ballistic calculators. The 50 Hz frame rate ensures a blur-free image even during fast panning – a decisive advantage during follow-up tracking and when hunting moving game.

Accessories – battery packs, chargers & adapters

Pulsar maintains a thoughtful battery ecosystem: the APS, IPS and LPS battery packs are tailored to specific device classes and charge via USB-C or dedicated charging stations. Adapter sets for Forward, Krypton and Helion are available from third-party manufacturers such as Rusan in custom-fit quality. For all Pulsar models, the free Stream Vision 2 app provides live streaming to a smartphone, photo and video capture, and firmware updates over Wi-Fi.

Pulsar Wildlife (WLO) – lines for birding & wildlife research

The Pulsar Wildlife range is immediately recognisable by its distinctive green and orange housing – a deliberate visual departure from the black Hunting models. Inside, on-screen text has been switched to green, which is easier on the eyes during long observation sessions, and the software is calibrated for nature observation. Instead of the Stream Vision 2 app, WLO devices use the dedicated Wild Vision app with live-streaming – ideal for sharing observations with a group (tour, workshop, school class) on multiple smartphones at once.

The four WLO model lines

• Pulsar Alaris – compact entry-level monoculars (XQ30 with 384×288 sensor and approx. 1,050 m detection range, XG30 with 640×480 and approx. 1,800 m). Lightweight, pocketable – ideal for hiking trips, birding excursions or first thermal-imaging experiences.
• Pulsar Lumion – premium monoculars. The Lumion XL50 features a European Lynred 1024×768 HD sensor, 2.5–20× magnification and a detection range of up to 2,300 m – technically on par with the Hunting flagship Telos LRF XL50.
• Pulsar Orni – monoculars with integrated laser rangefinder. The Orni XG35 (640×480 sensor, LRF) is the WLO answer to the Hunting Oryx LRF line and targets observers who need precise distances to wildlife – for example for research surveys or terrain mapping.
• Pulsar Ventex – thermal binoculars for fatigue-free observation over many hours. The Ventex XL50 uses the same 1024×768 HD sensor as the Lumion XL50; the Ventex XP35 (640×480, approx. 1,350 m) is the more compact variant. Counterpart to the Merger line in the Hunting series.

Hunting series vs. Wildlife (WLO) compared

Which line for whom? Anyone in the field with a firearm chooses the Hunting series. Anyone observing without a firearm – classic birding, beaver monitoring, lynx research, guided nature walks, complementing trail cameras – is better served by the WLO line. Both lines come from the same European manufacturing in Vilnius and share sensors, optics and core image processing.

Brand profile – Pulsar

Who are Pulsar products for?

• 🌡️ 640×480 microbolometer sensors for high-resolution thermal images
• 🎬 50 Hz frame rate – smooth, blur-free imaging
• 🇪🇺 Fully designed, manufactured and assembled in Europe
• 📱 Stream Vision 2 app – live stream, remote control and firmware updates
• 📡 Up to 2,300 metres detection range (Telos LRF XL50)
• ⚡ 4.5-second fast startup with the Axion series
• 🔭 Merger Duo – multispectral imaging as a world first
• 🔨 Krypton 2 & Forward FN455S – clip-ons for existing riflescopes
• 🚀 Telos LRF – first hardware-upgradeable thermal monocular
• 🐋 Pulsar Wildlife (WLO) – dedicated line for birding & wildlife research (Alaris, Lumion, Orni, Ventex)
• 🔋 APS, IPS & LPS battery packs for extended operation
• 🇨🇭 Shipped from Swiss warehouse – personal advice from Menzingen