Insight AN-PEQ16

SMGLee · #1 08-20-2009, 12:58 PM

I had an opportuntity to take a in depth look at the new Insight AN-PEQ16, which is the next step up from the currently issued PEQ15 ATPIAL.

Comparison shot with the PEQ15.

The PEQ16 has a 100 lumen lamp assembly where the IR illuminator used to be at. Insight moved the IR illuminator into a three lamp module in the same line as the IR and visible laser.

Top view

Rear view

Dual switch that can control the PEQ16 and also the BVL

Closer look at the latest SOPMOD Block 2 Bright visible light, SU233

caporider · #2 08-20-2009, 03:47 PM

HOTAS finally trickles down to the carbine...

In all seriousness, though, that's some cool stuff.

Titleist · #3 08-20-2009, 04:19 PM

Goddamn that's huge. Though I still wish I had a 15 instead of my 2As

Thanks for the pictures.

Peter D · #4 08-21-2009, 08:49 AM

Good morning, the system pictured is nomenclatured AN/PEQ-16A. The AN/PEQ-16 is built on a different chassis then either the PEQ-15 or the PEQ-16A

S/F

Pete

Iraq Ninja · #5 08-21-2009, 10:36 AM

Well, it does look a bit chunky. Good concept though. But, it appears the retaining straps for the covers hasn't evolved at all. They tend to stretch over time with hard use...

Mr.Goodtimes · #6 08-21-2009, 12:37 PM

what the battery life like on that thing? it looks like a battery whore.

threebanger · #7 08-21-2009, 09:29 PM

kinda stinks you can only diffuse the IR illuminator & pointer together. I like having the option to pick either depending on environment.

Microwvbleturtle · #8 08-21-2009, 11:27 PM

I could see negligent discharges of the white light being an issue, at least in my unit. Continuously toggling the WL on and off and/or removing covers pending on tactical situation would also be a PITA.

If given a choice I'd stick to the 15 I have now with an independent WL source.

Prisonmike · #9 08-23-2009, 03:32 PM

I have a like new PEQ-15 (BLACK) for sale to qualified professionals I don't want to discuss price in this forum you can PM me if you are interested

JSantoro · #10 08-27-2009, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iraq Ninja

Well, it does look a bit chunky. Good concept though. But, it appears the retaining straps for the covers hasn't evolved at all. They tend to stretch over time with hard use...

You're right about the straps. When we field them, like with the -15, we recommend to unit armorers that the load up on replacement caps for that reason, along with double-redundant tape switches due to breakage/loss.

We've seen issues with bulbs coming loose in their mountings if the bezel isn't tightened properly, which seems to happen most often when not checked periodically to ensure it isn't coming loose after extended periods of fire. Also, with bulbs bursting under relatively low round count, but it's not widespread, and we're still trying to narrow down causal factors.

Thankfully, these things are issued with a spare bulb, but we run into the usual hassle...armorers that are afraid of people losing things, so they keep pieces of SL-3 that the operator is probably going to need at some point, like, say, spare bulbs. Just like the LensPens that come with RCOs, jfc.

toyotatacomasr5 · #11 03-23-2010, 09:03 PM

You need to send me a PM

NCPatrolAR

motorolahamm · #12 03-23-2010, 09:18 PM

Nice setup

TehLlama · #13 03-25-2010, 06:12 PM

We had tons of these in Garmser.
Accidental discharge wasn't really an issue - but very few guys really used the lights at all.
That bit of added height brings it up to the PEQ2 dimension of height - can see around it fine with the TA31's, but minor issue for the Mk12 users who wanted to mount at 12:00 and not use the tape switch.

I made sure I got a PEQ15 and used my G2Z w/ LED head instead, and was much happier. If they can make a version of this with the WX-150 output, and more streamlined, then I'm on board.

**VA_Dinger** · #14 03-25-2010, 09:03 PM

Anybody know what backplate this is? I've got the light but it has the rocker arm switch backplate. I'd like to buy one of these but cannot find them on Insight's website.

Below is my current set-up;

JSantoro · #15 03-25-2010, 10:02 PM

PM sent

Titleist · #16 03-25-2010, 10:27 PM

I believe that's the SU-233, right?

JSantoro · #17 03-26-2010, 10:27 AM

MX3 - Long Gun, yep, issued as the SU-233 with one of the SOPMOD kit iterations.

Backplate options for same:

badcatbigbat · #18 04-18-2010, 02:05 AM

Where can I get my paws on one these beauties? PM me, pls.

Peter D · #19 04-18-2010, 06:57 AM

You can't get the actual SU/233-PVS, but you can get a very very close model. Order the M3X-000-A23. The Remote part number is RMT-400-A8. There should be a LED model going out some time this summer.

Keydet08 · #20 04-18-2010, 07:59 AM

I used the PEQ-16 in a schoolhouse for 3 months and ran a fair amount of non-illuminated fire and maneuver ranges and limited MOUT training with it mounted to an M-249. Currently I have a PEQ-15 mounted to my M-4. The PEQ-16 does a couple of things that a PEQ-15 can't but it doesn't do them very well. The light really isn't very good and it wears the battery out way to fast. Personally I'd rather have my white light and my IR on 2 different battery sources so if I'm trying to do something with white light and the battery dies I can fall back to non-illuminated. I think it would be better just to take the PEQ-15 and make it smaller and lighter than try to add more stuff to it.