InfraTarp

The InfraTarp 33 is a 3×3 meter multispectral concealment tarp designed to reduce the thermal and near-infrared (NIR) signature of vehicles, equipment, and personnel. The InfraHex material manages emitted heat and creates a surface that appears far less prominent to ISR drones and thermal sensors. The tarp is waterproof, windproof, and highly durable—built to withstand heavy field use. It features two functional sides:

• Side A – multispectral surface optimized for IR signature reduction,

• Side B – traditional camouflage pattern for standard visual concealment.

A reinforced 1×1 meter webbing grid distributes load across the entire surface, increasing strength and structural stability. Tie-downs and grommets placed around the perimeter and at the center allow the tarp to be tensioned, linked with additional tarps, or configured into shelters and hides for teams or equipment. The InfraTarp 33 ships with 20 meters of paracord and packs into a Cordura MOLLE pouch for rapid access in the field.

In operational use, the tarp reduces the thermal contrast of sun-heated vehicles or electronics stored in containers—especially at night, when they typically appear as bright hot spots on thermal imagers. It suppresses obvious thermal anomalies and brings them closer to the ambient background. When combined with camouflage netting or vegetation, it further improves shape disruption and visual breakup. The InfraTarp 33 is a tool for scenarios where reducing detectability buys time and space before an asset is located.

Specifications

• Tarp dimensions: 3 × 3 m

• Tarp weight: 1,500 g

• Packed dimensions: 165 × 380 × 135 mm

• Material: InfraHex multilayer laminated system with membrane

• Side A: multispectral surface for NIR and thermal signature reduction

• Side B: classic camouflage pattern

• Water resistance: high rain resistance

• Wind resistance: fully windproof

• Ember resistance: enhanced resistance to hot embers

• Reinforcement: 1×1 m webbing grid across entire surface

• Attachment points: perimeter grommets every 1 m, corner grommets, center grommet

• Included: InfraTarp 33, 20 m paracord, Cordura MOLLE pouch

• Color options: Khaki, Desert, Winter

• Typical use cases: vehicles, equipment, containers, forward observation points, team shelters

• Maintenance: clean with soft brush and lukewarm water; dry in shade

Instructions for Use

1. Deploy the tarp based on terrain and required coverage.

2. Choose the appropriate side depending on whether thermal or visual concealment is the priority.

3. Drape the tarp over the vehicle or equipment, ensuring the hottest components are fully covered.

4. Stake or tension the corners to terrain features or hardpoints.

5. Use perimeter grommets to secure the tarp or connect multiple tarps.

6. For shelter configurations, use the center grommet as the primary load-bearing point.

7. In hot climates, allow the engine or metal parts to cool briefly before placing the tarp.

8. For improved VIS concealment, combine the tarp with camo netting or natural vegetation.

FAQ

Does the tarp help with a vehicle that’s been heating in the sun all day?
Yes. It reduces the strong thermal contrast that normally makes such vehicles stand out on nighttime thermal imagery.

Does it work against drones with thermal cameras?
Its purpose is to reduce thermal differentials so the asset blends more closely with the background, making identification more difficult.

Can multiple tarps be connected?
Yes. The 1-meter-spaced grommets allow linking multiple units to cover larger areas.

Can the tarp be used as a shelter?
Yes. Corner and center grommets support A-frame or low-profile shelter setups.

Is it resistant to sparks from a campfire?
Yes. The material is significantly more ember-resistant than standard nylon tarps.