Talk like Darth Vader

GENTEX Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, announced the launch of the Ops-Core Voice Projection Unit (VPU), an innovative accessory designed to enhance mission-critical communication for tactical operators.

The VPU is an optional add-on for the Ops-Core Special Operations Tactical Respirator (SOTR) half mask with microphone. Engineered to project the wearer’s voice clearly and audibly, the VPU offers three volume levels to adapt to diverse tactical scenarios. This groundbreaking solution ensures seamless communication and coordination among team members, even when operating off comms. The Ops-Core VPU integrates seamlessly with the Ops-Core SOTR with a straightforward tool-free attachment, ensuring operators can quickly attach or detach the unit based on immediate mission needs. It utilizes the SOTR’s existing microphone connector to allow operators to plug directly into standard communication Push-to-Talk (PTT) devices and seamlessly integrate with tactical headsets. This critical feature enables the wearer to transition instantly between local voice projection and secure, wired communication, ensuring respiratory protection and mission capability are maintained simultaneously.