Binocular Viewers for Every Location
Tower Optical offers durable, high-quality binocular viewers in multiple configurations. All of our viewers are engineered to withstand heavy use and harsh outdoor environments, while delivering crystal-clear views. Every product comes with a lifetime parts warranty and unlimited phone support, ensuring peace of mind for our partners and customers.
We offer two ways to work with us:
1. Revenue-Share Partnership
We install the viewers and share the revenue with you.
2. Direct Purchase
For a limited time, we are offering outright purchases of select viewers.
Free-Use Viewers
Invite guests to enjoy the view. Designed for effortless enjoyment, these binoculars deliver a vivid, up-close experience that enhances any location.
- Available for direct purchase.
- Ideal for parks, observation decks, trails, and educational sites.
- Includes lifetime parts warranty and on-demand support.
- Offered with or without a non-functional coin mechanism
Coin-Operated Viewers
Our flagship product, trusted by iconic destinations like Rockefeller Center, continues to delight visitors and generate consistent income for partners nationwide.
- Available for direct purchase or through revenue-share partnership.
- Visitors insert coins (traditionally quarters) to activate viewers.
- Revenue-share model provides steady income with no upfront cost.
- Proven to perform at high-traffic locations nationwide.
Tap-to-Pay Viewers
Our new model accepts contactless payments from smartphones, credit cards, and debit cards, making it easier than ever to take in the view.
- Classic design, upgraded for today's technology.
- Powered by long-lasting, rechargeable batteries.
- Connects via secure cellular network – no Wi-Fi required.
- Expands accessibility and increases visitor engagement.
- Available for revenue-share partners in early 2026.
Accessible Base
Our ADA-compliant base ensures that all guests can enjoy the view. Compatible with any of our binocular viewers, it allows seamless use from a seated position, providing a truly accessible experience for visitors in wheelchairs.
- Fully meets ADA accessibility standards.
- Expands inclusivity and enhances guest satisfaction.
- Available with both purchase and partnership models.
Interested in purchasing or adding Tower Optical viewers at your location? Contact us today to learn more.
Features
Binocular
Our precision-engineered 10×42 binoculars deliver sharp, high-contrast images with minimal internal light scatter. Each unit includes a manual focus knob for individualized clarity and built-in UV protection.
Weatherproof components
Built to endure. Every component is made from durable, corrosion-resistant materials that perform reliably in all weather conditions.
Safe, Accessible Design
Textured, stationary platforms ensure stable footing and easy access. The compact viewer head rotates a full 360° for an unobstructed viewing experience.
Viewing Guide
Enhance exploration with our unique direction disk and legend card, making it easy for visitors to identify landmarks and points of interest.
Coin-Operated or Free-Use
Choose between traditional coin operation (preset for one or two quarters) or free-use models with no coin mechanism, ideal for unrestricted viewing.
Recording Meter
A built-in meter accurately tracks viewer usage, helping operators verify receipts and monitor engagement.
Coin Mechanisms
Reliable and maintenance-free. Our manually operated coin mechanisms require no batteries or external power source.
Specifications
Binocular
Magnification: 10x
Field of View @ 1,000 yards: 318
Focus System: Manual
UV Protection: Yes
Field of View @ 1,000 yards: 318
Focus System: Manual
UV Protection: Yes
Recording Meter
Type: Tamper-proof
Viewing Time
Free-Use: Anytime views
Standard Time: ± 1.5 minutes
Extended Time: ± 2.5 minutes
Standard Time: ± 1.5 minutes
Extended Time: ± 2.5 minutes
Coin Activation
Accepts: 25¢ or 50¢
Color
Housing: Chrome plated
Yoke, Pedestal, Base: Standard–Black
Yoke, Pedestal, Base: Standard–Black
Weatherproof Components
Housing: Chrome plated bronze casting
Yoke, Pedestal, Base, Step-up: Cast Iron
Internal: Bronze; stainless steel
Yoke, Pedestal, Base, Step-up: Cast Iron
Internal: Bronze; stainless steel
Coin Mechanism
Operation: Manually operated
Coin Storage Capacity
Capacity: ± 2,000 coins
Viewing Guide
Includes: Pointer, disk, and legend card
Rotational Angles
Horizontal Rotation: 360°
Vertical Tilt: ± 45° Up / ± 45° Down
Vertical Tilt: ± 45° Up / ± 45° Down
Total Weight
Weight: 300 lbs
