ThermTec Ares 650L 2.0

• 640x512 sensor with 12 μm pitch: Delivers a detailed thermal image that helps separate animals, terrain and background clutter more clearly at longer distances, which is especially useful when scanning open ground or identifying heat signatures before taking a shot.
• Integrated 1000 m laser rangefinder with ballistic calculation: Gives distance data directly in the sight and supports more confident hold decisions, reducing guesswork when shooting across changing terrain or at night.
• NETD 18 mK sensitivity: Picks up small temperature differences, so targets stand out better in damp, cold or otherwise low-contrast conditions where weaker thermal systems can lose definition.
• 16-hour battery life: Supports long sessions in the field without frequent battery changes, making the scope more practical for extended hunts, observation periods and overnight use.
• AMOLED display with recording and WiFi: Combines a clear viewing image with onboard photo and video capture, while wireless connectivity makes it easier to review footage or transfer material after the outing.

About the ThermTec Ares 2.0 Series

ThermTec Ares 2.0 is a thermal imaging sight family introduced on September 10, 2024 and positioned for users who need a dedicated riflescope for observation and night hunting. The lineup includes both standard Ares 2.0 models and Ares LRF 2.0 versions, giving shooters a choice between a simpler configuration and models with an integrated laser rangefinder and ballistic support.

Across the series, ThermTec uses 12 μm uncooled thermal detectors and AI-assisted image calibration intended to keep the image stable as weather and background conditions change. That matters in practical use because thermal performance is not only about raw resolution; consistency from one environment to another is just as important when moving between woodland, open fields and built-up edges. The range also includes different optical layouts, with fixed 35 mm or 50 mm lenses as well as dual-field-of-view models, so the series covers both wider-area scanning and more distance-oriented shooting. In the ThermTec thermal-imaging-sight range, Ares 2.0 stands out for combining a traditional riflescope form with modern thermal functions in a package built for field use rather than casual observation alone.

About the ThermTec Ares 650L 2.0

ThermTec Ares 650L 2.0 is a thermal rifle scope built around a 640x512 VOx uncooled sensor, a 50 mm F1.0 objective lens and an integrated 1000 m laser rangefinder. This combination makes it particularly well suited to hunters who want stronger long-range observation capability than compact entry-level thermal sights can provide, while still keeping a familiar tube-style format for rifle mounting. Its 2.8x optical magnification gives a useful starting image scale for deliberate shooting, and the stated 2600 m detection range supports early target discovery well before engagement distance.

The sensor’s 12.00 μm pixel pitch and 18.00 mK NETD help the scope show fine heat differences more clearly, which improves target separation in mist, cold air and other difficult night-time conditions. The 1024×768 AMOLED display presents that image with good contrast, while the internal reticle system offers multiple reticles with illumination so the aiming view can be matched to different shooting preferences and backgrounds. The built-in ballistic software works with the rangefinder to make distance information more useful in practice, especially when shots vary across fields or broken terrain.

In day-to-day handling, the Ares 650L 2.0 is designed for extended field use. A stated 16.00 h battery life reduces interruptions during long outings, and support for image capture, video recording and video output adds value for review, documentation and sharing footage. WiFi connectivity broadens that further, while the waterproof, fogproof and shockproof construction helps the scope remain dependable in poor weather and changing temperatures from -20°C to +50°C.

About ThermTec

ThermTec Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2011 and is based in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. The company focuses on infrared thermal-imaging systems and solutions, with expertise spanning optics design, detector production and AI-driven calibration. That technical background is directly relevant to products such as thermal sights, where image processing, sensor integration and optical design all shape real field performance.

ThermTec states that it uses proprietary NST algorithms and patented image-processing technologies in its product development. Its outdoor range includes thermal monoculars, imaging sights, clip-on devices and multispectrum binoculars, showing a clear specialization in hunting and observation optics rather than general sporting goods. Within this category, ThermTec has built its reputation around practical thermal devices that combine modern digital functions with field-oriented form factors.

Main Features

• Magnification: 2.80 x
• Objective lens diameter: 50.00 mm
• Lens aperture: F 1.0
• Field of view: 154.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 8.80 °
• Eye relief: 50.00 mm
• Detection range: 2600.00 m
• Thermal sensor type: VOx Uncooled
• Sensor resolution: 640x512
• Pixel pitch: 12.00 μm
• NETD: 18.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 50.00 Hz
• Calibration mode: Automatic, Manual
• Display type: AMOLED
• Display resolution: 1024×768
• Reticle: Multi
• Number of reticles: 6
• Reticle illumination: Yes
• Laser rangefinder: Built-in, 1000.00 m max range
• Rangefinder accuracy: +/- 1 m
• Ballistic software: Yes
• Image capture: Yes
• Video recording: Yes
• Video output: Yes
• Connectivity: Wifi
• Battery type: 18650
• Battery life: 16.00 h
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
• Length: 405.00 mm
• Width: 93.00 mm
• Height: 85.00 mm
• Weight: 918.00 g
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Shockproof: Yes

Warranty

ThermTec Ares 650L 2.0 is covered by a 3-year warranty for the complete machine. This gives defined long-term support for the core device while keeping the warranty period clear and specific.