Andres Defence TILO 6Z+A

• 640x512 thermal sensor: The higher-resolution microbolometer shows finer heat detail than entry-level thermal imagers, which helps with recognition and observation when targets are partly obscured or blend into the background.
• Robust aluminum housing: The TILO 6Z+A uses a corrosion-resistant milled housing that adds impact resistance and supports hard field use where lighter polymer-bodied devices may be less suitable.
• Wide 24.00 ° field of view: A broad viewing angle makes scanning faster at short to medium distances and helps maintain situational awareness during movement, surveillance, or hands-free observation.
• Compact 152.00 g format: Its very low weight and small 58.00 mm length reduce fatigue on helmet, headband, or cap-mounted setups and make the device easier to carry as a thermal observation tool.
• 60.00 Hz refresh rate: The fast image update keeps motion looking more natural, which is useful when tracking moving subjects or panning quickly across terrain.

About the Andres Defence TILO Series

The Andres Defence TILO series was introduced in 2017 as a family of compact thermal imaging goggles built around the idea of hands-free thermal observation. The name TILO stands for Thermal Imaging Light Optic, and the series was developed specifically as a goggle-style system rather than as a conventional handheld thermal monocular. Across the range, the design focuses on low weight, compact dimensions, and flexible mounting on helmets, caps, or headbands, making the series suitable for mobile observation tasks where a thermal device needs to stay ready without occupying the user’s hands.

Within the lineup, the TILO family includes TILO-3 and TILO-6 model groups, with variants such as Z, Z+, M, 3Z+2X, and 6Z+A. The series is intended for hunting, reconnaissance, and observation, and it uses a specially folded eyepiece optic designed to remain usable across a wide range of eye positions and eye relief. That matters in practice when the device is worn on the head and the viewing position is less fixed than on a traditional optic. The series also incorporates high-power LEDs, while selected variants are configured for more specialized mounting or professional use.

About the Andres Defence TILO 6Z+A

The Andres Defence TILO 6Z+A is the reinforced version of the TILO 6 platform, combining the series’ compact goggle-style format with a more durable construction for demanding field conditions. Its 640x512 thermal sensor and 60.00 Hz refresh rate give it the image detail and fluidity needed for observation of moving subjects, route scanning, and general thermal detection in changing environments. The wide 24.00 ° field of view, equivalent to 415.00 m/1000m, favors rapid area coverage over narrow, high-magnification viewing, which makes this model particularly practical for close- to medium-range surveillance and navigation tasks.

What sets the 6Z+A apart is its milled corrosion-resistant aluminum housing. Compared with lighter-bodied versions, this construction adds impact resistance and supports more demanding use where the device may be exposed to knocks, weather, and regular mounting cycles. The manufacturer also integrates the bayonet adapter into the housing, a design intended to improve precision over a separate attachment solution. Despite the stronger housing, the unit remains highly portable at 152.00 g and only 58.00 mm long, so it still suits helmet- or head-mounted use where excess front weight quickly becomes noticeable.

The display uses an 873x500 Micro-OLED panel, giving the user a clear thermal image in a very compact device. Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction further supports outdoor use, while the broad operating temperature range helps the TILO 6Z+A remain functional in severe cold and heat. Powered by a CR123 battery, it stays simple to run in the field without adding bulk.

About Andres Defence

Andres Defence products are made by Andres Industries AG, a Berlin-based German company whose roots date to 1999. The company has operated as a public limited company since 2006 and shifted its focus to thermal imaging technology in 2012. Its product portfolio in this field includes the TILO thermal goggles as well as the TigIR and PumIR clip-on systems, showing a clear specialization in compact thermal devices for observation and weapon- or optic-related applications.

In this segment, Andres Industries is known for practical thermal-imaging design features such as automatic flap control and subpixel collimation. The company introduced the TILO series in 2017 and later launched the TigIR series in 2020, reflecting a product development path centered on lightweight thermal systems for professional and field use. That background is directly relevant to the TILO 6Z+A, which combines compact thermal observation with a mechanically robust housing concept.

Main Features

• Product type: Thermal binoculars
• Series: Andres Defence TILO
• Field of view: 24.00 °
• Field of view at 1000 m: 415.00 m/1000m
• Thermal sensor type: Microbolometer
• Sensor resolution: 640x512
• Sensor pixel count: 0.32 MP
• Refresh rate: 60.00 Hz
• Display resolution: 873x500
• Display pixel count: 0.40 MP
• Length: 58.00 mm
• Width: 64.00 mm
• Height: 67.00 mm
• Weight: 152.00 g
• Housing material: Polymer
• Power supply: CR123
• Working temperature range: -32° to +60°C
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Shockproof: Yes
• Built-in rangefinder: No
• Image stabilizer: No
• Color: Black

Warranty

Andres Defence TILO 6Z+A is covered by a 2-year warranty.

In the Box

• TILO-6Z+A
• Eyecup
• CR123 battery
• Cleaning cloth
• Small hand strap
• Waterproof carrying case
• Quick start guide
• Manual