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Overview
The Steiner Optics DBAL-A3 is a versatile dual beam aiming laser that features a green laser along with an IR laser and IR illuminator, making it suitable for both day and night operations. Powered by a CR123A 3V lithium battery, this aluminum-constructed unit ensures durability while providing reliable performance in various conditions. This laser is often utilized in carbine builds chambered in 5.56 NATO, enhancing target acquisition in low-light environments.
Steiner Optics DBAL-A3 Dual Beam Aiming Laser with IR LED Illuminator - Black
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Steiner Optics DBAL-A3 Dual Beam Aiming Laser with IR LED Illuminator - Black is the second most added laser on GunPartPicker so far in October 2026, behind the Steiner Optics DBAL-D2 Dual Beam Aiming Laser with IR LED Illuminator - Black, with about 11% of all lasers added to builds. That's its 6th straight month at #2. Builds with this laser are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (80%), split between mid-length (53%) and carbine-length (30%) gas systems, and mostly AR-15 (94%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in September 2026, and today all 6 retailers we track have it in stock. The best price drifted down from $1,724.99 to $1,676.22 over September 2026 without a real sale. Buying today, the lowest price is $1,590.65 at MidwayUSA, which matches the best price we saw in September.
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Builds in the community that include the Steiner Optics DBAL-A3 Dual Beam Aiming Laser with IR LED Illuminator - Black
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 11 | $4351.05 |
 | 17 | $6637.52 |
 | 24 | $5179.63 |
 | 22 | $5914.78 |
 | 20 | $4061.62 |
 | 20 | $6785.33 |
 | 15 | $6755.13 |
 | 29 | $5346.79 |
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Steiner DBAL-A3 combines visible green laser, IR laser, and IR illuminator on one rail mount. Zero retention has been solid across remove-and-replace cycles. Switch placement is intuitive.
