Noptel
Noptel Oy designs and manufactures laser rangefinder modules and solid-state LineLiDAR sensors for defense, security, traffic control, mining, and surveying integrators worldwide, operating as an Oulu, Finland-based subsidiary of FN Herstal.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1982
- HeadquartersOulu, Finland
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Noptel does
Noptel Oy is a Finnish designer and manufacturer of optoelectronic distance-measurement products, headquartered in Oulu, Finland, and operating since 1982. The company's portfolio centers on two complementary technologies built on laser pulse travel-time measurement: a family of compact, eye-safe laser rangefinder modules (LRF mid/long range, LRX ultra-long-range up to 39 km, plus Wide Beam variants introduced in 2026) used in handheld devices, UAV/drone gimbals, fire-control units, and naval platforms, and a family of solid-state LineLiDAR sensors (LL-90B, LL-60B, LL-45A) based on a proprietary 256-row SPAD receiver matrix and Direct Time-of-Flight architecture with measurement rates up to 400 Hz and IP68 packaging for harsh-environment profiling.
The company operates a B2B, direct enterprise sales motion, distributing modules globally to integrators in defense and security, traffic control and law enforcement, mining, urban planning, and forestry, and reaching the European defense market through trade exhibitions (Eurosatory 2026) and the distribution reach of its parent, FN Herstal (part of FN Browning Group), which has held full ownership since 2011. Revenue is generated almost entirely from hardware sales of rangefinder modules and LineLiDAR sensors, supplemented by demonstration/configuration software, API/SDK tooling (Python module, Ethernet UDP datagram comms for LineLiDAR, RS422/RS232 for rangefinders), and ongoing support contracts for legacy products. With approximately 52 employees and reported annual turnover of €17 million serving 500+ customers worldwide, Noptel is a specialized component supplier to system integrators rather than an end-product brand.
Noptel firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Noptel
- Legal name
- Noptel Oy
- Website
- https://noptel.fi
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1982
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Noptel Oy designs and manufactures laser rangefinder modules and solid-state LineLiDAR sensors for defense, security, traffic control, mining, and surveying integrators worldwide, operating as an Oulu, Finland-based subsidiary of FN Herstal.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Noptel industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Laser Rangefinder and LiDAR Sensors
- NAICS
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)
- SIC
- Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)
- akta.pro primary industry
- LiDAR & 3D Sensing Modules (HDAHALAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensors & Targeting Systems (IMABAGAC), Imaging Sensors (CMOS/CCD/ToF/Depth) (HDAHALAF), Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Electronics for Weapons (IMABAGAH)
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Where Noptel is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Oulu
- HQ country
- Finland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Noptel business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Laser Rangefinder Modules: Sale of compact eye-safe laser rangefinder modules featuring ranging capability from 3 km up to beyond 30 km. Product families include LRF (mid, long range) and LRX (ultra long range) series. Modules are sold for integration into various applications including handheld devices, drone gimbals, naval systems, and vehicle mounted systems.
- LineLiDAR Sensors: Sale of solid-state LineLiDAR sensors for near-range shape detection and profiling applications. Sensors are compact and robust with 256-channel SPAD receivers, achieving up to 400 profiles per second and max range of 96 m. Applications include traffic control, mining operations, roadway conditions, and 3D scanning.
- Software and Support Services: Demonstration software, configuration software, API guides, and technical manuals provided as downloadable products. Technical support, service requests, and information requests through dedicated email contacts.
- Legacy Products: Support and software updates for discontinued devices including Noptel Sport II, Noptel MilTrainer II, ST-2000 series, and CM/CMP/Speeder/PSM sensors.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
Noptel product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Noptel designs and manufactures optoelectronic distance measurement products for B2B integration into customer systems. Its portfolio comprises compact eye-safe laser rangefinder modules (mid-range LRF, long-range LRF, ultra-long-range LRX series and Wide Beam variants) with ranging capability from 3 km up to beyond 30 km, and solid-state LineLiDAR sensors (LL-90B, LL-60B, LL-45A) using Direct Time-of-Flight SPAD receiver technology for near-field 3D profiling applications.
Product overview
Noptel designs and manufactures innovative optoelectronic products for distance measurement. The product portfolio consists of two main product families: (1) Laser Rangefinder Modules spanning mid-range (LRF125, LRF126, LRF127), long-range (LRF-15A, LRF-30A), and ultra-long-range (LRX-20A, LRX-25A, LRX-42A) modules plus Wide Beam variants (LRX-20A-W, LRX-25A-W, LRX-42A-W), and (2) LineLiDAR Sensors (LL-90B, LL-60B, LL-45A) using solid-state Direct ToF technology with SPAD receivers for near-field profiling. Legacy shooter training systems (Sport II, MilTrainer II, ST-2000) and CM/CMP/Speeder/PSM sensors are also offered for discontinued devices.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- LineLiDAR: LineLiDAR sensors for near-range shape detection and profiling applications, featuring solid-state design with up to 256 channels and measurement rates up to 400 Hz.
- LRF/LRX Series
Products and services
- LRF125 Mid-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Ultra-compact mid-range laser rangefinder module with ranging up to 3 km at 905 nm, weighing 34 g, designed for integration into handheld observation devices and drone/UAV gimbals.
- LRF126 Mid-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Mid-range laser rangefinder module with ranging capability up to 4.5 km, NATO target performance 1.85 km, operating at 1.5 µm wavelength and Class 1 eye-safe.
- LRF127 Mid-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Compact mid-range laser rangefinder module weighing 36 g, with integrated 635 nm alignment pointer for compact integration applications.
- LRF-15A Long-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Long-range laser rangefinder module with NATO target performance of 4 km, up to 12 km ranging, 1.5 µm wavelength, 42 g weight, and Class 1 eye-safe classification.
- LRF-30A Long-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Long-range laser rangefinder module with NATO target performance of 6 km, up to 12 km ranging, 1.5 µm wavelength, weighing 142 g, designed for defense and security integration.
- LRX-20A Ultra Long-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Ultra-long-range laser rangefinder module with 32 km ranging capability, NATO target 8.6 km, measurement rates up to 200 Hz, weighing 120 g, for integration into observation and targeting systems.
- LRX-25A Ultra Long-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Ultra-long-range laser rangefinder module with NATO target 12 km, measurement rates up to 500 Hz, weighing 136 g, with Class 1M eye-safe option.
- LRX-42A Ultra Long-Range Laser Rangefinder Module Ultra-long-range laser rangefinder module with 39 km ranging capability, NATO target 17.6 km, weighing 250 g, with Class 1M eye-safe classification (Class 1 available on request).
- Wide Beam Laser Rangefinder Module Family (LRX-20A-W, LRX-25A-W, LRX-42A-W) New family of wide-beam laser rangefinder modules (LRX-20A-W, LRX-25A-W, LRX-42A-W), variations of the LRX ultra-long-range series, designed for observation and surveillance of small objects at vast backgrounds such as drones, birds, boats, and human beings.
- LL-90B LineLiDAR Sensor Solid-state LineLiDAR sensor with 90° field of view, 256 channels, up to 400 Hz measurement rates, Direct Time-of-Flight SPAD receiver technology, channel binning for extended range, IP68 packaging for harsh environments including heavy rain, dense fog, snowfall, smog, and dust.
- LL-60B LineLiDAR Sensor Solid-state LineLiDAR sensor with 60° field of view, 256 channels, up to 400 Hz measurement rates, using Direct Time-of-Flight SPAD receiver technology for profiling applications including traffic control and mining.
- LL-45A LineLiDAR Sensor Solid-state LineLiDAR sensor with 45° field of view, 256 channels, up to 400 Hz measurement rates, Direct Time-of-Flight SPAD receiver technology for precision profiling applications.
- LRF/LRX Demonstration Software (v3.0.0) Downloadable demonstration software supporting LRF and LRX laser rangefinder modules, used by customers and integrators to evaluate and configure Noptel rangefinder products.
- LineLiDAR Client Software (v1.4.0) Downloadable client software for configuring, operating, and capturing point cloud data from Noptel LineLiDAR sensors via Ethernet UDP communication.
Quantifiable outcome
- Ranging capability beyond 30 km with precision of 0.01-0.5 m
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Companies that use Noptel
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Noptel technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability6 records
Feature6 records
Noptel partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- FN HerstalcoreSince 2011, Noptel Oy has been a subsidiary of FN Herstal, an integral part of FN Browning Group. FN Herstal is a defense industry company specializing in small arms and light weapons systems. This ownership provides Noptel with access to defense industry expertise, resources, and distribution channels.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Noptel competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Leica Geosystems (Hexagon): Hexagon-owned supplier of laser rangefinders, total stations, laser scanners and geospatial instruments. Overlaps with Noptel's LRF and LineLiDAR offerings in surveying and profiling, with a much broader and more mature commercial portfolio.
- Thales (Optronics): French multinational defense prime with electro-optics and laser rangefinder products used in tanks, naval platforms and aerospace. Overlaps with Noptel LRF modules in defense targeting markets at substantially larger scale.
- Teledyne Technologies (Optech / Teledyne FLIR): Through Optech, Teledyne supplies airborne and terrestrial LiDAR mapping sensors; through FLIR it supplies EO/IR imagers used alongside laser rangefinders in defense targeting. Portfolio overlap with Noptel on pulsed laser ranging and integrated sensor payloads.
- Trimble: Global positioning, mapping and laser-based measurement company serving construction, surveying, agriculture and defense. Comparable to Noptel in laser-based distance measurement for industrial and defense end uses, but at much greater scale and breadth.
- HENSOLDT: European defense sensor house (spun out of Airbus) producing radar, EO/IR cameras and integrated optronic systems including laser rangefinders for surveillance and fire control. Competes with Noptel LRFs in defense targeting and naval optronics, with much larger scale.
- Leonardo (Electronics / Defence): Italian defense and aerospace group producing EO/IR targeting systems, optronics, and laser rangefinders for naval and land platforms. Comparable to Noptel in laser-based distance measurement for defense primes, with broader integrated systems offerings.
Emerging players
- Velodyne / Ouster: Merged LiDAR company targeting automotive, robotics, smart infrastructure and industrial markets with mechanical and solid-state LiDAR. Increasing overlap with Noptel LineLiDAR for industrial, traffic and outdoor 3D scanning applications, though automotive-focused.
Direct peers
- JENOPTIK AG: German photonics group with defense laser rangefinders and optoelectronic assemblies, particularly for military vehicle and naval platforms. Direct overlap with Noptel's defense LRF business and a comparable European defense-photonics positioning.
- RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems: Austrian manufacturer of LiDAR sensors and laser rangefinders for surveying, mapping, airborne scanning and industrial measurement. RIEGL is the closest peer to Noptel's LineLiDAR and LRF product families across both short- and long-range pulsed laser ranging.
- SICK AG: German industrial sensor manufacturer with a strong 2D/3D LiDAR portfolio for factory automation, traffic, outdoor and security applications. SICK competes directly with Noptel LineLiDAR sensors in ITS, traffic enforcement and industrial proximity/area scanning.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Noptel social profiles
Digital presenceNoptel compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance4 records
Noptel financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Noptel leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Noptel funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Noptel M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Noptel
What does Noptel do?
Noptel designs and manufactures optoelectronic distance measurement products for B2B integration into customer systems. Its portfolio comprises compact eye-safe laser rangefinder modules (mid-range LRF, long-range LRF, ultra-long-range LRX series and Wide Beam variants) with ranging capability from 3 km up to beyond 30 km, and solid-state LineLiDAR sensors (LL-90B, LL-60B, LL-45A) using Direct Time-of-Flight SPAD receiver technology for near-field 3D profiling applications.
Is Noptel a public or private company?
Noptel is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Noptel founded?
Noptel was founded in 1982. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Noptel based?
Noptel is headquartered in Oulu, Finland, in the Europe region.
How does Noptel make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Laser Rangefinder Modules are the primary driver. The others are lineLiDAR Sensors, software and Support Services and legacy Products.
Who are Noptel's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Leica Geosystems (Hexagon), Thales (Optronics), Teledyne Technologies (Optech / Teledyne FLIR), Trimble, HENSOLDT and Leonardo (Electronics / Defence). Velodyne / Ouster is listed as an emerging player. Direct peers are JENOPTIK AG, RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems and SICK AG.
Does Noptel have an API?
No public API is recorded for Noptel.
What industry is Noptel in?
Noptel's product category is Laser Rangefinder and LiDAR Sensors. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHALAG, LiDAR & 3D Sensing Modules, with a secondary code of IMABAGAC, Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensors & Targeting Systems. Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3812.