Suppressor thread size

[williaada]

Looking for advice on what thread size to get my suppressor? I have one thin barrel threaded to 9/16-28 thread. I can get the adapter for 1/2 or 5/8. My other firearms will be threaded accordingly.

Thanks

 

[HuntHarder]

5/8 is the general standard. Thats what I'd do

 

[SCHUNTER73]

I had mine threaded to 1/2” and the used a 5/8 adapter to connect the suppressor.

 

[Kaleb]

On mine that are 1/2 due to barrel contour I’ve been able to replace the HUB or back plate for 1/2 so to have a direct thread. It seems most agree that using an adapter to get to 5/8 is not a problem. I purchased the 1/2 to 5/8 adapter for the OG can just incase or so I can try it on rifles with 1/2 threads. The gun I bought it for will be threaded 5/8 though.

 

[HandgunHTR]

Looking for advice on what thread size to get my suppressor? I have one thin barrel threaded to 9/16-28 thread. I can get the adapter for 1/2 or 5/8. My other firearms will be threaded accordingly.

Thanks

The 1/2" adapter will not work with your threads as 1/2" is smaller than 9/16". So you would have to have your barrel rethreaded if you want to go 1/2"

Just get an adapter to go to 5/8-24 and you will be good.

 

[Shortschaf]

the suppressor's female threads should definitely be 5/8"-24

 

[pods8 (Rugged Stitching)]

I have gotten my 6mm and 223 thinner barrels threaded 1/2” so in the future if I wanted to use any of the 223 cans that only come in 1/2” I can (pun intended). But right now I am running 5/8 suppressors so I just use a thread adapter. Larger calibers I am going 5/8 for barrel threads.

 

[5811]

Thats a good looking adapter, where did you get it?

I have gotten my 6mm and 223 thinner barrels threaded 1/2” so in the future if I wanted to use any of the 223 cans that only come in 1/2” I can (pun intended). But right now I am running 5/8 suppressors so I just use a thread adapter. Larger calibers I am going 5/8 for barrel threads.

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[UnckleBob]

I have gotten my 6mm and 223 thinner barrels threaded 1/2” so in the future if I wanted to use any of the 223 cans that only come in 1/2” I can (pun intended). But right now I am running 5/8 suppressors so I just use a thread adapter. Larger calibers I am going 5/8 for barrel threads.

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A 6mm bullet might make it through a 223 can, but how much cushion do you have before a battle strike happens?

 

[pods8 (Rugged Stitching)]

Thats a good looking adapter, where did you get it?

1/2 x 28 to 5/8 x 24 Barrel Thread Adapter Standard Dia With Thread Protector Stainless #4248

www.downrangeproductsco.com

A 6mm bullet might make it through a 223 can, but how much cushion do you have before a battle strike happens?

The only 223 cans I would use with a 6mm are the ones that are approved by the manufacturer for it, which some of them are. I would have thought that goes without saying.

The point I was making would be relevant without the 6mm inclusion, IE some 223 cans are just in 1/2-28 so getting your 223 barrels in 1/2-28 and using a 5/8-24 adapter where needed would offer the most flexibility to the user. That is my current preference anyways, everything is always up for changing preferences.

 

[UnckleBob]

1/2 x 28 to 5/8 x 24 Barrel Thread Adapter Standard Dia With Thread Protector Stainless #4248

www.downrangeproductsco.com

The only 223 cans I would use with a 6mm are the ones that are approved by the manufacturer for it, which some of them are. I would have thought that goes without saying.

1. I did not know manufacturers sold 223 cans large enough to work with 6mm bullets.

2. People do a lot of stuff on this board that I think is crazy, but works for them. I never assume anything.

 

[pods8 (Rugged Stitching)]

1. I did not know manufacturers sold 223 cans large enough to work with 6mm bullets.

2. People do a lot of stuff on this board that I think is crazy, but works for them. I never assume anything.

They do, always best to discuss with the manufacturer.

Fair enough.

 

[Kaleb]

I know the polonium 223 can is rated for 6mm. Can’t say for sure about some of the others. The only two smaller caliber ones I have is the polonium and Noah ti but the Noah is called a 6mm suppressor. So the polonium is the only 223 can that’s also fine with 6mm I have experience with. Maybe they all are I just don’t know.

 

[mxgsfmdpx]

1. I did not know manufacturers sold 223 cans large enough to work with 6mm bullets.

2. People do a lot of stuff on this board that I think is crazy, but works for them. I never assume anything.

My Polonium K is a full auto rated “5.56” can but the hole diameter is actually 6mm. I’ve shot 6 creed and 243 bolt guns with that can as well as a 6 ARC piston driven semi auto gun. Zero issues.

It currently has a permanent home on my 22 Creedmoor and has been an excellent can so far.

I would always check with the manufacturer on running 6mm in “5.56” cans as a precaution.

 

[wind gypsy]

Polonium and DD Wolf Hunter are the two "556" cans i can think of that make it clear they are actually 6mm cans. CAT Noah is similar but the namesake is comes from 6 ARC (noah's) so its a little more intentionally marketed/designed for 6mms.

 

[pods8 (Rugged Stitching)]

Folks have said (but you should verify for yourself obviously if applicable) that AB have said their 223 cans can handle 6mm, as another potential example.