The Core Survival HEL-STAR 6® Gen III is a versatile and robust helmet-mounted LED light designed for demanding military and tactical operations, including airborne and maritime missions. It combines functionality, durability, and adaptability in a lightweight package. Here's an overview based on its key features and specifications:
Key Features
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Enhanced Controls:
Improved sliding switches offer a tactile feel for intuitive control between two operating modes and four user-defined functions. -
Customizable Functions:
Supports combinations of visible light (white and up to four colors) and IR (infrared) modes in flashing or steady patterns. Additional options include variable flash rates, coded signals, and intensity adjustments. -
Exceptional Visibility:
Omni-directional design ensures visibility in all directions. Meets and exceeds FAA's 3-statute-mile visibility requirements with intense white flash. -
Robust Construction:
- Shock and vibration resistant: Built to withstand rigorous conditions.
- Dustproof and waterproof: Tested to open sea waterproof standards of 130 fsw (with a lab-tested depth exceeding 300 feet).
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Safety and Emergency Design:
Features a snag-resistant curved profile and Velcro® attachment for emergency peel-away to prevent injuries from snags. -
Operational Simplicity:
Switches allow gloved-hand operation, providing seamless usability during missions. Visual and tactile feedback ensures correct mode selection and prevents accidental battery drain in IR mode. -
Battery Efficiency:
Quick field-replaceable CR123 battery without needing special tools.
Specifications
- Visibility: Omni-directional, with scalable intensity.
- Operating Modes: Four user-defined options, configurable for overt or covert operations.
- Battery Type: Single CR123 cell.
- Attachment Method: Velcro®-based for secure yet emergency-release functionality.
- Durability: Dustproof, vibration-resistant, waterproof to 130 fsw.
Models
- HEL-STAR 640 Series: Features a detented nose switch for easy mode changes during operations, emphasizing simplicity and rapid adaptability.
Applications
Ideal for:
- Airborne operations.
- Military free-fall (MFF) missions.
- Tactical and maritime deployments.
- Situations requiring visible and covert signaling.
This modular and future-ready platform ensures compatibility with evolving technologies and operational demands, making the HEL-STAR 6® Gen III a reliable tool for high-stakes missions.
