The Tamiya infrared signal is transmitted on a 38kHz signal, that is different from the wavelength (for example 960nm). There are many detectors that receive or read these signals, you just need to know what the transmission frequency is, you can even "miss" and get results. For example a 40kHz detector (receiver) will respond to the Tamya 38kHz signal. If it's at 56khz then the results, if any would be poor.

If you want to try one and it doesn't work I will gladly refund the material cost. Only loss would be shipping. I don't plan on getting any new tanks yet so there are no plans for the VStank Ir version in my near future. Otherwise I would be able to test it.

If someone is close to New Hampshire with a VStank Ir version I can also make some test if they were willing to pay me a visit.