What ACH mountable lights are available? I only know of the one Surefire makes (too expensive for my taste for such a small light) and the Streamlight Sidewinder (with optional helmet mount).
Thanks Baterija. Yes, that's the same website that I found when searching for ACH. I saw Night Vision Goggles (NVG) mounted to the ACH on another site using what appeared to be single strap running up and over the for/aft centerline of the helmet. I'm guessing there are mount points on the underside of the helmet, perhaps attaching in conjunction with the chinstrap/head-cradle system?
That really depends on the chain of command an individual is working under and the situation they are in. I've worn a PT Quad on an ACH although it wasn't regularly on the helmet. Another chain of command could issue a legal order saying no headlamps/helmet lights at all, including the SF.Is this the only approved light mount system the military uses, or can you adapt standard civilian headlamps that use a strap around the rim (sometimes a top strap too) for ACH use, as long as you don't permanently alter the helmet or compromise its integrity? :tinfoil::tinfoil::tinfoil:
The OP can decided if they work for him, and the leadership environment he's in. The Surefire actually uses a clip mounting; it's just one designed specifically for the lip of the helmet. It's worth a look, although the helmet surface is thicker than a typical helmet for some other purpose.Petzl sells at least two "temporary" clip setups that work by holding the headband around the circumference of a helmet's rim. Streamlight also sells a thumbscrew setup that attaches one of their gun lights. If other mounts are allowable I can provide links (couldn't find them on Petzl's website), but if not, then never mind.
ETA: Does anyone know how the Foxfury TX-0 light mounts? It doesn't say anywhere on their site and I can't tell by the picture.