LIEMKE Merlin 42

In everyday use, reproducible precision matters: this is exactly where LIEMKE Merlin 42 comes in.
The operation follows a clear logic: steps are short, feedback is unambiguous, and the most important functions are located where you intuitively expect them.
That keeps your mind free for the essentials—observe, decide, act.
Craftsmanship and haptics interact: surfaces feel pleasant, the mechanics run smoothly, and the balance supports fatigue-free work.
The result looks tidy and coherent.
The choice of materials follows the use case: rugged, fit-for-purpose, and without unnecessary ballast.
Thus the system remains reliable and predictable across many uses.
LIEMKE MERLIN-42 (2020) Vorsatzgerät
The LIEMKE MERLIN-42 (2020) thermal imaging attachment is the ideal optic for the passionate field hunter who does not want to compromise at distance.
It can be used, with the separately available booster, also as a handheld thermal imaging camera, as well as with a separately available clamp adapter as an adapted attachment to daytime optics.
The LIEMKE MERLIN-42 (2020) features a 384 x 288 px VOx detector with a 17 µm pixel pitch and even better temperature sensitivity.
In combination with the 1024x768 OLED display and a frame rate of 50 Hz, this leads to brilliant image sharpness and outstanding imaging performance.
The lens with a diameter of 42 mm is manually focusable and enables a wide field of view from 16 m to 100 m, as well as an outstanding detection range of up to 1,482 m.
In hunting, the MERLIN-42 (2020) thermal imaging attachment provides an extremely detailed image in both the adapted setup as well as in handheld operation, out to long distances.
The compact design of the rugged housing weighing only 420 g sets the standard among established thermal imaging attachments in this performance class.
In adapted use, the MERLIN-42 (2020) is very easy to handle.
You can transfer image data via cable to an external recording device.
The optimized energy consumption of the MERLIN-42 (2020) thermal imaging attachment leads to a battery life of up to 2.5 hours (2 x CR123 / 3.7 V). Additionally, the LIEMKE MERLIN-42 (2020) can be powered via an external USB power source.
The rugged housing allows easy, intuitive operation even with gloves.
The thermal imaging camera is IP67 certified and well protected against dust and water according to strict requirements.
The extensive technical features and the simple, as well as intuitive operation make the new MERLIN-42 (2020) thermal imaging attachment the leading compact optic in its performance class.
When you purchase this thermal imaging attachment you receive a 3-year warranty.
Technical features
Objective lens (mm): 42
Frame rate Hz: 50
Detector material: VOx
Detector resolution (pixels): 384x288
NETD: < 50mK
Pixel pitch: 17
Shutter/calibration: auto/manual
Display resolution (pixels): 1,024x768
Field of view: 9x7°
Field width at 100 m: 16
Pixel FOV (mRad): 0.4
Weight: 420g
Power supply: 2xCR123 batteries (3V) or 2x RCR123 cells (3.7V)
Internal image/video storage: no
Wi‑Fi: No
Detection (m): 1482
Dimensions LxWxH: 15x5.5x5.5 cm
Product highlights
Ergonomically tuned: secure handling and intuitive operation
Rugged build: reliable materials for long-term use
Practical details: features where you need them
Efficient in everyday use: quick to deploy, easy to handle
Low maintenance: easy to clean and ready for action
Constant performance: reliable under changing conditions
Technical data
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