The Venom® Enclosed Micro Red Dot 3 MOA features a rugged, enclosed housing design to protect against dust, rain and debris, making it well suited for demanding environments.
The Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot is a compact closed-emitter optic intended primarily for recreational and sport shooting. Its enclosed 6061-aluminium housing protects the emitter from rain, snow, dust and debris, while the large viewing window, aspherical lens and 3 MOA red dot support fast target acquisition. Suitable for use Optics-ready handguns with a DeltaPoint Pro footprint Handguns fitted with a compatible DPP adapter plate Recreational and sport shooting Regular range training Use in rainy, snowy or dusty conditions Picatinny rails when combined with a suitable separately available adapter Night-vision equipment using either of the two lowest brightness settings Why choose the Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot? Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris Durable 6061-aluminium construction Balanced 3 MOA bright-red aiming dot Large viewing window Distortion-reducing aspherical lens Motion activation Automatic shut-off after ten minutes without movement Ten brightness settings: eight daylight and two night-vision settings Side-loading CR2032 battery Battery replacement without removing the optic Up to 20,000 hours of continuous runtime at brightness setting 6 Convenient top-mounted controls DeltaPoint Pro mounting footprint Waterproof, fogproof and shockproof construction Vortex VIP lifetime warranty, subject to the manufacturer’s terms Technical specifications Mounting footprint: DeltaPoint Pro / DPP Reticle: 3 MOA dot Dot colour: Bright red Magnification: 1× Total brightness settings: 10 Daylight settings: 8 Night-vision-compatible settings: 2 Activation: Motion activated Automatic shut-off: After 10 minutes without movement Battery: 1 × CR2032 Battery compartment: Side loading Battery runtime: Up to 20,000 hours of continuous operation at setting 6 Eye relief: Unlimited Parallax: Considered practically parallax-free by the manufacturer Adjustment graduation: 1 MOA per click Travel per rotation: 40 MOA Maximum elevation adjustment: 150 MOA Maximum windage adjustment: 150 MOA Deck height: 10 mm Lens type: Aspherical Housing material: 6061 aluminium Housing design: Enclosed Control location: Top of the housing Finish: Low-glare matte-black anodised Length: 46.7 mm Weight: 49.6 g Waterproof: Yes Fogproof: Yes Shockproof: Yes Published IP rating: Not specified by the manufacturer Supplied with Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot 3 MOA CR2032 battery Rubber protective cover Sets of the most commonly required mounting screws Custom tool Lens cloth Frequently asked questions Which firearms are compatible with the Venom Enclosed? This model uses the DeltaPoint Pro mounting footprint. It can be fitted directly to a platform cut for DPP optics or installed with a firearm-specific adapter plate. The footprint, plate and required screw length must all be checked before installation. Does it fit the same mount as the original open Vortex Venom? Compatibility should not be assumed. This enclosed model uses the DeltaPoint Pro footprint and may not fit a slide or mount intended for the earlier open Venom. Always follow the specifications supplied by the firearm, slide or adapter-plate manufacturer. What does a 3 MOA dot mean? A 3 MOA dot covers approximately 22 mm at 25 metres and 44 mm at 50 metres. It provides a useful balance between fast acquisition and a relatively precise aiming point. Must the sight be re-zeroed after changing the battery? The battery is accessed from the side, so the optic does not need to be removed for battery replacement. This helps preserve the zero, although the actual point of impact should still be checked after maintenance or a substantial impact. Is a mounting plate included? A firearm-specific adapter plate or Picatinny mount is not included in the standard package. Common screw sets are supplied, but the required plate, mount and screw dimensions depend on the host firearm. Can the sight be used in rain or snow? Yes. The enclosed housing protects the emitter from rain, snow and debris, and Vortex describes the optic as waterproof, fogproof and shockproof. The external lens surfaces must still be kept clear for an unobstructed sight picture. When is the Vortex Venom Enclosed the right choice? The Venom Enclosed is a practical option for a shooter who wants an enclosed red dot with a large viewing window, a balanced 3 MOA dot and motion activation for recreational or sport shooting. Its enclosed housing is particularly useful outdoors because water or debris cannot settle directly between the emitter and the lens. An open-emitter sight may be smaller and lighter, but its emitter is more exposed to environmental contamination. A 6 MOA dot can be quicker to recognise at very short distances, whereas the 3 MOA version obscures less of the target. Before purchasing, the most important step is confirming that the firearm or adapter plate supports the DeltaPoint Pro footprint. Expert recommendation Before installation, confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and remove ammunition from the working area. Verify the DPP interface and use only the screw length and tightening torque specified by the firearm or adapter-plate manufacturer. Screws that are too long may interfere with the firearm, while insufficient thread engagement may not retain the optic securely. The optic has a 10 mm deck height, and an adapter plate will increase the overall mounting height. Standard-height iron sights may therefore be partly or completely hidden behind the housing. If co-witnessing is important, check the complete combination of firearm, plate, optic and iron sights before purchasing. Use only enough dot brightness to remain clearly visible against the target. Excessive brightness can make the dot appear larger or less sharply defined. Confirm the actual point of impact at a shooting range after installation and recheck it after servicing the screws, mounting plate or battery. When cleaning the lenses, remove loose particles with air or a soft brush before using an appropriate optical cleaner and microfibre cloth. Enclosed protection with a balanced 3 MOA aiming point The Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot combines an enclosed 6061-aluminium housing, large viewing window, 3 MOA red dot and motion activation. Its DeltaPoint Pro footprint, side-loading CR2032 battery and weather-resistant construction make it a practical optic for regular recreational and sport shooting.
The Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot is a compact closed-emitter optic intended primarily for recreational and sport shooting. Its enclosed 6061-aluminium housing protects the emitter from rain, snow, dust and debris, while the large viewing window, aspherical lens and 3 MOA red dot support fast target acquisition. Suitable for use Optics-ready handguns with a DeltaPoint Pro footprint Handguns fitted with a compatible DPP adapter plate Recreational and sport shooting Regular range training Use in rainy, snowy or dusty conditions Picatinny rails when combined with a suitable separately available adapter Night-vision equipment using either of the two lowest brightness settings Why choose the Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot? Enclosed housing protects the emitter from moisture and debris Durable 6061-aluminium construction Balanced 3 MOA bright-red aiming dot Large viewing window Distortion-reducing aspherical lens Motion activation Automatic shut-off after ten minutes without movement Ten brightness settings: eight daylight and two night-vision settings Side-loading CR2032 battery Battery replacement without removing the optic Up to 20,000 hours of continuous runtime at brightness setting 6 Convenient top-mounted controls DeltaPoint Pro mounting footprint Waterproof, fogproof and shockproof construction Vortex VIP lifetime warranty, subject to the manufacturer’s terms Technical specifications Mounting footprint: DeltaPoint Pro / DPP Reticle: 3 MOA dot Dot colour: Bright red Magnification: 1× Total brightness settings: 10 Daylight settings: 8 Night-vision-compatible settings: 2 Activation: Motion activated Automatic shut-off: After 10 minutes without movement Battery: 1 × CR2032 Battery compartment: Side loading Battery runtime: Up to 20,000 hours of continuous operation at setting 6 Eye relief: Unlimited Parallax: Considered practically parallax-free by the manufacturer Adjustment graduation: 1 MOA per click Travel per rotation: 40 MOA Maximum elevation adjustment: 150 MOA Maximum windage adjustment: 150 MOA Deck height: 10 mm Lens type: Aspherical Housing material: 6061 aluminium Housing design: Enclosed Control location: Top of the housing Finish: Low-glare matte-black anodised Length: 46.7 mm Weight: 49.6 g Waterproof: Yes Fogproof: Yes Shockproof: Yes Published IP rating: Not specified by the manufacturer Supplied with Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot 3 MOA CR2032 battery Rubber protective cover Sets of the most commonly required mounting screws Custom tool Lens cloth Frequently asked questions Which firearms are compatible with the Venom Enclosed? This model uses the DeltaPoint Pro mounting footprint. It can be fitted directly to a platform cut for DPP optics or installed with a firearm-specific adapter plate. The footprint, plate and required screw length must all be checked before installation. Does it fit the same mount as the original open Vortex Venom? Compatibility should not be assumed. This enclosed model uses the DeltaPoint Pro footprint and may not fit a slide or mount intended for the earlier open Venom. Always follow the specifications supplied by the firearm, slide or adapter-plate manufacturer. What does a 3 MOA dot mean? A 3 MOA dot covers approximately 22 mm at 25 metres and 44 mm at 50 metres. It provides a useful balance between fast acquisition and a relatively precise aiming point. Must the sight be re-zeroed after changing the battery? The battery is accessed from the side, so the optic does not need to be removed for battery replacement. This helps preserve the zero, although the actual point of impact should still be checked after maintenance or a substantial impact. Is a mounting plate included? A firearm-specific adapter plate or Picatinny mount is not included in the standard package. Common screw sets are supplied, but the required plate, mount and screw dimensions depend on the host firearm. Can the sight be used in rain or snow? Yes. The enclosed housing protects the emitter from rain, snow and debris, and Vortex describes the optic as waterproof, fogproof and shockproof. The external lens surfaces must still be kept clear for an unobstructed sight picture. When is the Vortex Venom Enclosed the right choice? The Venom Enclosed is a practical option for a shooter who wants an enclosed red dot with a large viewing window, a balanced 3 MOA dot and motion activation for recreational or sport shooting. Its enclosed housing is particularly useful outdoors because water or debris cannot settle directly between the emitter and the lens. An open-emitter sight may be smaller and lighter, but its emitter is more exposed to environmental contamination. A 6 MOA dot can be quicker to recognise at very short distances, whereas the 3 MOA version obscures less of the target. Before purchasing, the most important step is confirming that the firearm or adapter plate supports the DeltaPoint Pro footprint. Expert recommendation Before installation, confirm that the firearm is completely unloaded and remove ammunition from the working area. Verify the DPP interface and use only the screw length and tightening torque specified by the firearm or adapter-plate manufacturer. Screws that are too long may interfere with the firearm, while insufficient thread engagement may not retain the optic securely. The optic has a 10 mm deck height, and an adapter plate will increase the overall mounting height. Standard-height iron sights may therefore be partly or completely hidden behind the housing. If co-witnessing is important, check the complete combination of firearm, plate, optic and iron sights before purchasing. Use only enough dot brightness to remain clearly visible against the target. Excessive brightness can make the dot appear larger or less sharply defined. Confirm the actual point of impact at a shooting range after installation and recheck it after servicing the screws, mounting plate or battery. When cleaning the lenses, remove loose particles with air or a soft brush before using an appropriate optical cleaner and microfibre cloth. Enclosed protection with a balanced 3 MOA aiming point The Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot combines an enclosed 6061-aluminium housing, large viewing window, 3 MOA red dot and motion activation. Its DeltaPoint Pro footprint, side-loading CR2032 battery and weather-resistant construction make it a practical optic for regular recreational and sport shooting.
