MATE LITE: Best if price is the main consideration and you want the most affordable route into a NocPix thermal clip-on.

MATE H38R: The wide-view 640×512 option. Its 38mm lens gives it a very broad field of view, making it particularly suitable for scanning, mixed terrain and shorter-to-medium-distance use.

MATE H50R: Uses the same 640×512 sensor as the H38R but pairs it with a larger 50mm objective lens. This gives it more long-range emphasis while retaining the same premium 640-class sensor resolution.

MATE ULTRA S60R: The flagship model, combining a 1280×1024 sensor with a 60mm lens for maximum image detail, premium long-range performance and a very wide field of view.

Choose MATE LITE if price is your main priority and you want a straightforward entry into thermal clip-on use.

Choose MATE H38R if you want 640×512 resolution with a wide field of view for scanning and mixed-distance use.

Choose MATE H50R if you want the same 640×512 image resolution but prefer the longer-range characteristics of a larger 50mm objective lens.

Choose MATE ULTRA S60R if maximum image quality is the priority. Its 1280×1024 sensor contains four times as many thermal pixels as the 640×512 H38R and H50R.

The H38R is a substantial upgrade over the MATE LITE despite both using a 38mm F1.0 objective lens.

The LITE uses a 384×288 sensor, while the H38R moves to 640×512. That gives the H38R substantially more thermal image information and better retained detail as magnification is increased through the daytime scope.

The H38R also provides a much wider field of view of approximately 20.5 × 15.4m at 100m, compared with 12.3 × 9.2m on the LITE.

Another major difference is the integrated laser rangefinder: the H38R includes an LRF, while the MATE LITE does not.

Choose LITE if keeping the purchase price down is the priority. Choose H38R if higher sensor resolution, wider viewing and built-in ranging justify the extra cost.

The MATE H38R and H50R use the same 640×512, 12μm thermal sensor with ≤15mK thermal sensitivity and 60Hz refresh rate. The most important difference is the objective lens.

The H38R uses a 38mm F1.0 lens and provides a wide field of view of approximately 20.5 × 15.4m at 100m. This makes it particularly useful where quickly locating and following heat sources is important.

The H50R uses a larger 50mm F1.0 lens. Its field of view narrows to approximately 15 × 11.5m at 100m, but the larger focal length gives the H50R a stronger long-range bias and increases the image scale of distant subjects.

Both include an integrated laser rangefinder and offer the same 640×512 thermal resolution.

Choose H38R if wider field of view and versatility matter most. Choose H50R if your typical use is across more open ground and longer distances.

The H50R is the higher-magnification-oriented 640×512 MATE, while the MATE ULTRA represents the major jump to a 1280×1024 thermal detector.

A 1280×1024 sensor contains four times as many thermal pixels as a 640×512 detector. This gives the ULTRA substantially more thermal image information to work with.

The ULTRA also increases objective lens size from 50mm to 60mm while providing an exceptionally wide 25.6 × 20.5m field of view at 100m.

Choose H50R if you want premium 640-class performance with stronger long-distance characteristics and better value. Choose MATE ULTRA if maximum sensor resolution and flagship image quality are the priorities.

A thermal clip-on allows you to retain your existing daytime riflescope, reticle, eye position and familiar controls while adding thermal capability in front of the optic.

This can be particularly useful if you already own a quality daytime scope or regularly switch between daytime and thermal use. Instead of replacing the entire sighting system, the MATE converts your existing setup into a thermal-capable system.

A dedicated thermal riflescope may make more sense if you want a completely self-contained thermal optic. A clip-on is particularly attractive where retaining the familiar daytime scope is important.

NocPix's Magic Zoom technology is designed to optimise the thermal image as the magnification of the daytime riflescope behind the clip-on is changed.

This helps maintain image clarity and appropriate interface scaling as the daytime optic is magnified, reducing some of the limitations normally associated with viewing a digital thermal image through a variable-magnification riflescope.

The feature is particularly relevant on higher-resolution models because the additional detector resolution gives the system more image information to work with as magnification increases.

Thermal sensor resolution determines how many individual thermal pixels are available to build the image.

384×288: used by the MATE LITE. This provides the most affordable route into the range and is best suited to customers prioritising value.

640×512: used by the H38R and H50R. This provides significantly more image information than 384 resolution and is a strong balance between performance and price.

1280×1024: used by the MATE ULTRA. This contains four times as many thermal pixels as a 640×512 sensor and is aimed at customers who want flagship image detail.

Sensor resolution is particularly important on a clip-on because the thermal image may then be magnified again through the daytime riflescope.

Objective lens size affects field of view and the way distant subjects appear within the thermal image.

38mm: used on the LITE and H38R. This provides a relatively wide field of view and makes these models particularly useful across mixed terrain and shorter-to-medium distances.

50mm: used on the H50R. This increases long-range emphasis compared with the H38R while retaining the same 640×512 sensor.

60mm: used on the MATE ULTRA. This gives the flagship model greater optical reach while its much larger 1280×1024 sensor allows it to maintain an exceptionally wide field of view.

The H38R and H50R comparison is therefore not about sensor resolution — they use the same detector. It is mainly about whether you prioritise a wider field of view or greater long-distance image scale.

NETD measures how effectively a thermal detector can distinguish very small differences in temperature. In general, a lower number indicates greater thermal sensitivity.

The current MATE models are rated at ≤15mK, helping them distinguish subtle temperature differences and retain useful subject and environmental detail where thermal contrast is reduced.

The MATE H38R, H50R and MATE ULTRA include an integrated laser rangefinder, while the MATE LITE does not.

The LRF-equipped models provide built-in distance measurement and support ballistic calculation functionality within the MATE system.

This means customers using the H38R, H50R or ULTRA can obtain range information without relying on a separate handheld laser rangefinder.

A front-mounted thermal clip-on is fitted in front of your existing daytime riflescope using a compatible adaptor system.

The adaptor required depends on the outside diameter of the riflescope's objective housing, not simply the advertised objective lens size. For example, two scopes described as 50mm models can have different external objective diameters.

Always measure or confirm the outside diameter of your riflescope objective before selecting an adaptor.

If you are unsure which adaptor is required for your scope, contact Bamfords before ordering and we can help confirm compatibility.

The MATE is designed as a front-mounted thermal attachment so that your existing daytime riflescope remains the aiming optic.

Correct alignment and secure installation of the adaptor are important for repeatable performance. The clip-on should be mounted consistently each time it is fitted.

After fitting or removing any clip-on system, it is sensible to confirm point of impact before relying on the setup.

Yes. The MATE range is designed for use in front of compatible daytime riflescopes, including variable-magnification optics.

As magnification is increased on the daytime scope, the thermal image is also enlarged. Higher thermal sensor resolution therefore becomes increasingly valuable because more image information is available before digital enlargement occurs.

This is one of the reasons the 640×512 H38R and H50R, and especially the 1280×1024 MATE ULTRA, offer an advantage over lower-resolution thermal clip-ons when higher daytime magnification is used.

NocPix thermal products are supplied with manufacturer warranty cover, subject to NocPix's current warranty terms and eligibility.

NocPix's standard warranty provides:

• 3 years warranty on the main device
• 2 years warranty on the battery
• 10 years warranty on the thermal detector

For NocPix products purchased from Bamfords Online, Bamfords is your point of contact for warranty support. If you experience a problem, contact us with proof of purchase and details of the issue and we will assist with the warranty process.

Warranty cover remains subject to NocPix's current manufacturer terms and conditions.

What is a NocPix MATE thermal clip-on?
A MATE is a front-mounted thermal imaging attachment designed to work with an existing daytime riflescope rather than replacing it.

Which NocPix MATE has the best image quality?
The MATE ULTRA S60R is the flagship model with a 1280×1024 thermal sensor and 60mm F1.0 objective lens.

What is the difference between the H38R and H50R?
Both use 640×512 sensors. The H38R uses a 38mm lens and provides a wider field of view, while the H50R uses a larger 50mm lens and places greater emphasis on longer-distance viewing.

Which MATE is best for wide-field scanning?
The H38R is particularly strong for wide-view scanning because its 640×512 sensor and 38mm lens provide approximately 20.5 × 15.4m field of view at 100m.

Which MATE is better for longer distances?
The H50R is the more long-range-focused of the two 640×512 models, while the MATE ULTRA is the flagship choice for maximum long-range image quality.

Which MATE is the cheapest?
The MATE LITE is the most accessible model in the range.

Do all NocPix MATE models have an LRF?
No. The H38R, H50R and MATE ULTRA include an integrated laser rangefinder, while the MATE LITE does not.

What adaptor do I need for my riflescope?
The required adaptor depends on the outside diameter of your riflescope's objective housing. Contact Bamfords if you need help identifying the correct size.

Can I keep using my normal daytime reticle?
Yes. One of the main advantages of a front-mounted thermal clip-on is that your existing daytime riflescope remains the aiming optic.

Can I use a variable-magnification riflescope?
Yes. Usable image quality will depend on the amount of magnification applied, which is why higher thermal sensor resolution becomes increasingly valuable at higher magnification.

How long is the NocPix warranty?
NocPix's standard warranty provides 3 years on the main device, 2 years on the battery and 10 years on the thermal detector, subject to manufacturer terms.