Thermal Lens Protector

NorthernTikka

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I was looking for a solution to replace my lens cap for my Hik FQ35. My biggest issue was the large hinge of the objective cap would get caught when trying to take it out/remove from pouch. I also didn't like the way it spun and had to be opened every time to use. I did just remove it entirely, but wasn't sure how I felt about the exposed metal of the lens.

Looking around I found this:


This also covers the red bezel - an apparent weak spot for bumps. I got in touch with the seller, and they custom made one for me for an FQ35 with supplied dimensions.

Received it in the post, and its exactly what I was looking for, its a very tight fit so won't come off, gives extra protection, and most importantly doesn't snag or spin! It also comes with a pop off protector for transport/storage - please see photos below.

The rubber is a little shiny, so I might try and shrink wrap it.

I have absolutely no affiliation with these people and paid full price, but I thought this might help out some people with similar issues, or who want a different solution. It will be staying on my thermal from now on.
 

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Well done but considering how much these units are you would have thought Hik would produce a suitable product!
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Well done but considering how much these units are you would have thought Hik would produce a suitable product!
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Yes agreed - my friend just bought a set of their day night / thermal binos and no case was included
 
To be fair, I didn't think of this upgrade as a necessity, more of an improvement. The cover that Hik includes is genuinely fine, I just wanted to see if there was something more suitable for my needs.
 
I have just broken, the lens cap off the hinge on mine, how do you get the lens cap unit off? I don’t want to force anything and do any damage?
 
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