CAT TSWIF 5.56mm 718 Inconel Suppressor 1x16 LH QD

CAT TSWIF 718, 5.56 NATO, Inconel, 5 in. with Lil Bomb Blast Diverter, 16.6 oz, Black, SuppressorThe CAT TSWIF from Combat Application Technologies isn't just another 5.56 suppressor. CAT calls it a precision-engineered scalpel for your rifle: compact, lightweight and devastatingly effective, with an elite balance of sound suppression and minimal back pressure that keeps a carbine running smoothly and its signature low. This is the TSWIF 718 in black, made from Inconel 718.Instead of wasting internal volume and adding weight with a chunk of threaded steel up front, the TSWIF uses the included Lil Bomb blast diverter as the exterior tube of the suppressor. That frees the TSWIF core to do what it does best: suppress. Installed in the Lil Bomb, the complete system is just 5 inches long and 16.6 ounces.Integrated Blast Diverter DesignThe TSWIF integrates a necessary part of every silencer, the exterior tube, into the muzzle device itself. The 1/2x28 Lil Bomb blast diverter is 2.7 inches long, 1.5 inches in diameter and 6.7 ounces, and it works as your rifle's muzzle device whether or not the suppressor core is installed. The TSWIF core is 1.7 inches in diameter and threads into the Lil Bomb, where a taper shoulder interface holds it tight.Surge Bypass Technology and Low Back PressureCAT's Surge Bypass technology manages gas flow for low back pressure, so your carbine runs cleaner and smoother with less gas coming back at you. The TSWIF is optimized for 5.56mm carbines and is built to thrive on hard-use rifles, shrugging off heat, abuse and sustained fire without compromising performance.Inconel 718 for Duty UseThe TSWIF 718 is a duty-focused suppressor that supports full-auto and high rates of fire. Inconel 718 is a nickel-chromium alloy with excellent high-temperature properties. CAT lists a typical operating temperature of about 1292degF and a tolerance of up to 1800degF, though prolonged exposure is not recommended. CAT recommends using an infrared thermometer to build your own firing schedule for your rifle and ammunition, letting the suppressor cool below its operating temperature, and never dipping it in water to cool it down.Ready to Pin and Weld on a 14.5-Inch BarrelThe Lil Bomb is sized and pre-drilled to be permanently pinned and welded onto a 14.5-inch barrel, giving you a 16.1-inch, non-NFA barrel length. A thread protector is included for the Lil Bomb. If you shoot without the suppressor installed, the thread protector must be installed to protect the female threads inside the Lil Bomb. The TSWIF 718 is limited to barrels 10 inches or longer.Installation BasicsClean and degrease the barrel threads and shoulder, coat the threads with a high-temperature thread locker such as Rocksett, and torque the Lil Bomb to 25 to 30 ft-lbs with a 3/4-inch wrench. Let the thread locker cure before use. To install the TSWIF, slide it into the Lil Bomb, thread it clockwise and tighten it strongly by hand so the taper shoulder fully engages. Check it between cooling periods, since dirt and heat expansion can loosen the interface.SpecificationsManufacturerCombat Application Technologies (CAT)ModelCAT/TSWIF 718Part NumberCAT-TSWIF-556UPC850059086636Caliber5.56 NATOLength2.7 in. blast diverter; 5 in. combinedDiameter1.5 in. blast diverter; 1.7 in. coreWeight6.7 oz blast diverter; 16.6 oz combinedMaterialInconel 718ColorBlackMount1/2x28 Lil Bomb blast diverter (included)TechnologySurge BypassRate of FireFull-auto and high rate of fire capableMinimum Barrel Length10 in.RecommendationOptimized for 5.56mm carbinesWhat's in the BoxCAT TSWIF 718 suppressor core, blackLil Bomb blast diverter, 1/2x28Lil Bomb thread protectorBuying a Suppressor From ARMSAGORA's retailersA suppressor is regulated under the National Firearms Act. After you order, the suppressor is held at ARMSAGORA's retailers until your ATF Form 4 is approved, and then you pick it up from our Grimes, Iowa store. You can file as an individual or through a trust. Check your state and local laws before you buy, since suppressor ownership is not legal everywhere. Not sure where to start? Our team handles NFA transfers every day and can walk you through the eForm 4, fingerprints and the wait, step by step.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat caliber is the TSWIF 718?It is a 5.56 NATO suppressor optimized for 5.56mm carbines.How long and heavy is it?Installed in the Lil Bomb blast diverter it is 5 inches long and 16.6 ounces combined. The Lil Bomb alone is 2.7 inches and 6.7 ounces.Does it come with a muzzle device?Yes. It includes the 1/2x28 Lil Bomb blast diverter and a thread protector.Can I pin and weld it on a 14.5-inch barrel?Yes. The Lil Bomb is sized and pre-drilled to pin and weld onto a 14.5-inch barrel for a 16.1-inch overall barrel length.Is it full-auto rated?CAT describes the TSWIF 718 as a duty-focused suppressor able to support full-auto or high rates of fire.What is the minimum barrel length?CAT limits the TSWIF 718 to barrels 10 inches or longer.Can I shoot with the Lil Bomb but no suppressor?Yes, but you must install the thread protector to avoid damaging the threads inside the Lil Bomb.How do I buy a suppressor from ARMSAGORA's retailers?Order online, then complete the ATF Form 4 as an individual or trust. We hold the suppressor until approval, then you pick it up at our Grimes, Iowa store.Browse more suppressors, or see our suppressor accessories for mounts and parts.