More Than Manufacturing: The Novelty Point Optics OEM/ODM Partnership Approach |NP-Optics Guide

As a specialized manufacturer of hunting optics, Novelty Point Optics actively collaborates with global sight brands through professional OEM and ODM services.

Our core strength is clear: delivering reliable, high-performance thermal scopes at highly competitive prices. We believe the best partnerships are built on playing to each self strengths – we focus on what we do best: R&D and scalable manufacturing. Our partners handle market development, brand building, and customer relationships, while we provide full pricing and service support.

End-to-End OEM/ODM Services from NPO

We cover every stage of product development: product positioning, industrial design, mold tooling, trial production, custom UI, and final packaging. Our services span:

  • Thermal scopes
  • Red dot sights
  • Night vision products

To help you understand our collaboration model, here is a step-by-step walkthrough using a thermal scope co-development example.

Step 1: Product Positioning (1-2 weeks)
Based on your requirements, we define the product across five dimensions: cost, core specifications, ID features, special function, and production timeline. This phase ensures both sides share a clear target.

Step 2: Concept Design & Comparison (Free of Charge)
Once the positioning is approved, we typically provide two design options for function and performance comparison. NPO charges no fees at this stage, demonstrating our commitment to genuine partnership.

Custom design for thermal scope OEM client

Step 3: Detailing & Engineering Validation
After you select a design, we refine the details. We use 3D printing to produce appearance mockups for visual and ergonomic evaluation. Separately, we build functional engineering prototypes using 3D-printed housings to demonstrate image quality, response speed, operational features, and core parameters. You can test these prototypes hands-on. Once ID and function are confirmed, we move to the most critical phase: mold tooling.

we use 3D printing technology to make model of thermal scope design

Step 4: Mold Tooling & Sample Production (3-4 weeks)
In this phase, we invoice for design, tooling, and sample costs. Tooling fees are approximately $10,000 USD, for which you receive about 10 complete structural housing sets. We then agree on sample pricing and future mass-production pricing. After you pay for the 10 samples, we begin tooling – typically a 3-4 week process.

Step 5: Prototype Assembly & Live-Fire Testing (4-6 weeks)
Once the housings are ready, we assemble approximately 10 prototypes. These undergo extensive live-fire testing, followed by minor revisions based on test results, leading to final design freeze.

Step 6: First Order & Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
After you approve the final prototypes, we negotiate the first production order. Our OEM/ODM first order MOQ is 100 units. This balances production cost efficiency without imposing excessive financial pressure. In contrast, some manufacturers require MOQs above 400 units, which often kills promising products before they launch.

Our Commitment: Unique Products, Strict Confidentiality

All products developed through our OEM/ODM partnerships are covered by agreements guaranteeing product uniqueness for each client. We treat commercial confidentiality as our highest priority. Throughout your cooperation with Novelty Point Optics, we steadfastly protect your business interests.

Whether you are a startup or an established brand, if you have custom requirements for thermal, red dot, or night vision products, we look forward to starting a mutually beneficial partnership with you.

Celebrating the Launch of EPS-A1 Picatinny Battery Compartment – First Batch Shipped to Poland |NP-Optics News

first batch of EPS-A1 production are shipped to Poland customer Apr 2026

On December 22, 2025, we officially launched “Project 222” – a mission to develop a 18650 battery compartment that could be securely mounted on a Picatinny rail. That mission is now complete, and the result is the EPS-A1.

From day one, we worked closely with our existing customers to define exactly what this product needed to deliver.

First, it had to be tough. The EPS-A1 must withstand continuous recoil from rifles equipped with Picatinny rails, protecting the internal 18650 battery while ensuring the Type-C connector never loosens under heavy fire.

Second, two-way charging capability. The unit must not only power thermal scopes, weapon lights, and laser aiming modules from its installed battery, but also allow the internal 18650 to be recharged directly from an external power source – charge and use, no downtime.

Third, universal 18650 compatibility. Our extensive experience with thermal imaging scopes taught us that 18650 batteries vary widely – flat top, button top, thicker, thinner, longer, shorter. The EPS-A1 had to accept them all. We engineered an oversized battery compartment with a spring and silicone pad buffer system – large batteries fit securely, and smaller ones stay locked in place without rattling or damaging the contacts.

Fourth, premium water and dust sealing. A genuine firearm-grade battery compartment must be rugged and fully sealed. We performed multiple seal tests during production, and the results were outstanding: when tested by SGS Laboratory, the EPS-A1 passed IP68 and UL certification with flying colors.

The development journey ran from December 22, 2025, to April 2, 2026 – nearly four months. We ran impact tests repeatedly, revised the design over and over, and filed a patent application along the way. From concept to design to production and testing, Novelty Point Optics maintained constant communication with our global distributors and professional users, demonstrating our mature engineering capabilities and efficient execution.

For the first production run, we prepared components and accessories for 2,000 units. Our customer in Poland placed the very first order – 100 units – even before the product was officially off the production line. Last week, those 100 units were shipped to Warsaw. Meanwhile, sample orders are now on their way to Moscow, Dallas, and Virginia. Our first batch of 180 self-operated units has also been sent to Amazon USA, and we expect customers to be able to purchase the EPS-A1 directly from the Novelty Point Optics official Amazon store by the end of April.

Special thanks to Tommy and Sergei for their expert advice. Your feedback made the EPS-A1 a better product.

Find out more about the possibility of working with Novelty point optics in OEM manufacturing, product developing please contact us!

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