Suppressors Tab Gear ? Updated with Pics
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If you have an Ops Inc can, I noticed the specs on Ops Inc's site are wrong. I didn't have my suppressor to measure when I placed the order so I used the specs off of their website. Got the cover and put it on my Ops Inc 3rd 30cal. The cover has just enough material to stop right on each end.
I liked the looks without the overhang like my buddies' for his AAC can so never thought twice about saying anything!!
If you have an Ops Inc can, I noticed the specs on Ops Inc's site are wrong. I didn't have my suppressor to measure when I placed the order so I used the specs off of their website. Got the cover and put it on my Ops Inc 3rd 30cal. The cover has just enough material to stop right on each end.
I liked the looks without the overhang like my buddies' for his AAC can so never thought twice about saying anything!!
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It is two different model covers. Some over hang and have shock cord to hold it on the end, the Gen3 model doesn't and comes up short on purpose.
There is 3 different models to choose from you just see two different ones. The third splits down the middle.
It is two different model covers. Some over hang and have shock cord to hold it on the end, the Gen3 model doesn't and comes up short on purpose.
There is 3 different models to choose from you just see two different ones. The third splits down the middle.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lowlight</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It is two different model covers. Some over hang and have shock cord to hold it on the end, the Gen3 model doesn't and comes up short on purpose.
There is 3 different models to choose from you just see two different ones. The third splits down the middle. </div></div>
Actually to be clear:
SAS1 - velcro up the middle so you can split it up the middle to remove it.
SAS2 - is built to be a solid tight tube. mine have never come up short, the always overhang.
SAS3 - is a more loose fit that is easily slid around. But be careful cause it can go forward and you accidently shoot it! This one is not on the rifles only website.
http://www.riflesonly.com/store/TAB/sas.html
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lowlight</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It is two different model covers. Some over hang and have shock cord to hold it on the end, the Gen3 model doesn't and comes up short on purpose.
There is 3 different models to choose from you just see two different ones. The third splits down the middle. </div></div>
Actually to be clear:
SAS1 - velcro up the middle so you can split it up the middle to remove it.
SAS2 - is built to be a solid tight tube. mine have never come up short, the always overhang.
SAS3 - is a more loose fit that is easily slid around. But be careful cause it can go forward and you accidently shoot it! This one is not on the rifles only website.
http://www.riflesonly.com/store/TAB/sas.html
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well made stuff and he stands behind all his gear.very pleased with anything i have made by him.
well made stuff and he stands behind all his gear.very pleased with anything i have made by him.
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Sako, a couple of things.
1. I don't know what models you have, or your buddy has. Different models fit differently.
2. You're good to go with your can coming to the front of the can, no break in necessary.
3. All I have to go on when a person orders a cover is the dimensions he provides me. There are lots of suppressor websites that have wrong information listed as far as dimensions are concerned. If you order your cover based off of a website dimension and you can arrives a different size and now you cover won't fit, who's fault is that?
Like KYshooter explained, there are three models. His description of the SAS1, and SAS2 is correct.
The SAS3 is also a tube, but without shock cord in the front or rear. I has a ridge built into the back to keep the can from sliding forward under recoil. I should NOT slide off the front of the can under recoil.
The SAS3 is a streamlined version of the SAS1 and is much easier to slide to the rear to allow the can to cool than the SAS2.
KYshooter, if you have one that is doing this it's either the wrong size or installed backward, let me know so we can get that sorted out.
You're right it's not on the site yet, I need to get that taken care of.
Sako, a couple of things.
1. I don't know what models you have, or your buddy has. Different models fit differently.
2. You're good to go with your can coming to the front of the can, no break in necessary.
3. All I have to go on when a person orders a cover is the dimensions he provides me. There are lots of suppressor websites that have wrong information listed as far as dimensions are concerned. If you order your cover based off of a website dimension and you can arrives a different size and now you cover won't fit, who's fault is that?
Like KYshooter explained, there are three models. His description of the SAS1, and SAS2 is correct.
The SAS3 is also a tube, but without shock cord in the front or rear. I has a ridge built into the back to keep the can from sliding forward under recoil. I should NOT slide off the front of the can under recoil.
The SAS3 is a streamlined version of the SAS1 and is much easier to slide to the rear to allow the can to cool than the SAS2.
KYshooter, if you have one that is doing this it's either the wrong size or installed backward, let me know so we can get that sorted out.
You're right it's not on the site yet, I need to get that taken care of.
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I have TAB suppressor covers (O.D. & 'yote brown) for my OPS 3rd model. They fit the can exactly, as per the enclosed instructions.
I have TAB suppressor covers (O.D. & 'yote brown) for my OPS 3rd model. They fit the can exactly, as per the enclosed instructions.
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There is no issue with mirage control and from a personal standpoint I actually like my cover short of the end of the suppressor muzzle.
The question is, and I think this might be true, has AAC changed the dimension of the can with changes and upgrades. I believe there are some differences between model years for the Cyclone if my memory serves me correctly.
I would not sweat it though, it's a non-issue
There is no issue with mirage control and from a personal standpoint I actually like my cover short of the end of the suppressor muzzle.
The question is, and I think this might be true, has AAC changed the dimension of the can with changes and upgrades. I believe there are some differences between model years for the Cyclone if my memory serves me correctly.
I would not sweat it though, it's a non-issue
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I use my TAB cover on my AWC .338 Thunder Trap. Its an SAS3. My bad when I installed it with the tag to the front and shot it about 15 yards down range. Sustained some damage,but still functions,especially when its on the correct way. There is a stupid clause in the warranty right? DOH!
I use my TAB cover on my AWC .338 Thunder Trap. Its an SAS3. My bad when I installed it with the tag to the front and shot it about 15 yards down range. Sustained some damage,but still functions,especially when its on the correct way. There is a stupid clause in the warranty right? DOH!
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Here is what I was talking about when I posted earlier. The suppressor specs on Ops Inc site show the suppressor 1" shorter than it really is. I was wrong about one thing, the cover is short on one end of the suppressor. I order SAS2. I like the way it fits and the one my buddy bought in the same order overhangs his AAC suppressor on both ends.
Cover on suppressor:
Ops Inc Site Specs:
Suppressor by tape measure:
Here is what I was talking about when I posted earlier. The suppressor specs on Ops Inc site show the suppressor 1" shorter than it really is. I was wrong about one thing, the cover is short on one end of the suppressor. I order SAS2. I like the way it fits and the one my buddy bought in the same order overhangs his AAC suppressor on both ends.
Cover on suppressor:
Ops Inc Site Specs:
Suppressor by tape measure:
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The mirage covers are built to the customers specifications. You specified that the can was 12 inches long so Tony made a can cover that was 12 inches long .... your can actually measures 13 inches long hence the cover being 1 inch short. And that is Tonys problem how? I bet if you measured the cover from the stitching on either end it would mearue just about 12 inches, which is what you specified.
The mirage covers are built to the customers specifications. You specified that the can was 12 inches long so Tony made a can cover that was 12 inches long .... your can actually measures 13 inches long hence the cover being 1 inch short. And that is Tonys problem how? I bet if you measured the cover from the stitching on either end it would mearue just about 12 inches, which is what you specified.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Outsydlooknin75</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The mirage covers are built to the customers specifications. You specified that the can was 12 inches long so Tony made a can cover that was 12 inches long .... your can actually measures 13 inches long hence the cover being 1 inch short. And that is Tonys problem how? I bet if you measured the cover from the stitching on either end it would mearue just about 12 inches, which is what you specified. </div></div>
Reading comprehension obviously failed you on this one. I never said it was Tony's fault. I clearly explained that I didn't have my suppressor yet to measure the suppressor myself so I relied on Ops Inc's specs from their site. I then said Ops Inc has the specs listed incorrectly on the website and that if the OP had and Ops Inc suppressor that could have been his problem as well. The OP then posted pics of his AAC can and Lowlight mentioned maybe AAC has changed the specs on the suppressor.
If you had read my posts, I actually state I like it better the way it is than if it was overhanging on each end like it should be if proper specs were given. Before you jump off and accuse me of saying it is Tony's problems, please read my post next time.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Outsydlooknin75</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The mirage covers are built to the customers specifications. You specified that the can was 12 inches long so Tony made a can cover that was 12 inches long .... your can actually measures 13 inches long hence the cover being 1 inch short. And that is Tonys problem how? I bet if you measured the cover from the stitching on either end it would mearue just about 12 inches, which is what you specified. </div></div>
Reading comprehension obviously failed you on this one. I never said it was Tony's fault. I clearly explained that I didn't have my suppressor yet to measure the suppressor myself so I relied on Ops Inc's specs from their site. I then said Ops Inc has the specs listed incorrectly on the website and that if the OP had and Ops Inc suppressor that could have been his problem as well. The OP then posted pics of his AAC can and Lowlight mentioned maybe AAC has changed the specs on the suppressor.
If you had read my posts, I actually state I like it better the way it is than if it was overhanging on each end like it should be if proper specs were given. Before you jump off and accuse me of saying it is Tony's problems, please read my post next time.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 308sako</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Vdub, Look at the Avatar, figure the age, divide the number of posts by the age and then take the square root to guesstimate the IQ...
As the OP, I fully understood what you were refering to and never found it to be incomprehensible. </div></div>
Thanks for the tip! I will have to keep it in mind for the next time. Didn't want anyone to get the wrong impression. Love my TAB cover and will be getting one for any future suppressors I buy.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 308sako</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Vdub, Look at the Avatar, figure the age, divide the number of posts by the age and then take the square root to guesstimate the IQ...
As the OP, I fully understood what you were refering to and never found it to be incomprehensible. </div></div>
Thanks for the tip! I will have to keep it in mind for the next time. Didn't want anyone to get the wrong impression. Love my TAB cover and will be getting one for any future suppressors I buy.
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I received mine last week and was able to fire 55 rounds back to back (bolt gun) with no mirage. I'd say it did it's job perfectly. Mine was just a tiny bit longer than I prefer, but with the lack of mirage from the can, I can live with the extra 1/8" of cover. Just being able to see the target through the mirage after 55 rounds would have been worth it if the thing fit like an old tube sock.
I would not hesitate to buy another one of these covers. Maybe Tony will have one that is semi/full auto rated soon...
I received mine last week and was able to fire 55 rounds back to back (bolt gun) with no mirage. I'd say it did it's job perfectly. Mine was just a tiny bit longer than I prefer, but with the lack of mirage from the can, I can live with the extra 1/8" of cover. Just being able to see the target through the mirage after 55 rounds would have been worth it if the thing fit like an old tube sock.
I would not hesitate to buy another one of these covers. Maybe Tony will have one that is semi/full auto rated soon...
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I'm glad to see the covers are performing as they should and you guys are happy with them.
Dave, Dave, Dave, what am I gonna do with you son. I know exactly what you were thinking about, and it wasn't your can cover, was Serbu girl around anywhere?
There's no stupid clause anywhere, but in the fine print there is a resident photographers clause. Anyone who posts pictures like you do deserves some slack for a momentary lack of concentration.
Guys, the SAS1, and SAS3 have a front and a rear, if you install it incorrectly, see Tuscondave's post above for what happens. If you'll feel both ends it will be obvious that one end is much thicker than the other end. The thick end is the rear and must be against the rear of the can. This is the internal ridge that keeps the cover from sliding forward under recoil and going down range, as Dave found out.
The SAS2 has no front or rear, put it on any way you want. When the shock cord slides over the rear of the can that is what prevents the cover from taking a trip down range.
I'm glad to see the covers are performing as they should and you guys are happy with them.
Dave, Dave, Dave, what am I gonna do with you son. I know exactly what you were thinking about, and it wasn't your can cover, was Serbu girl around anywhere?
There's no stupid clause anywhere, but in the fine print there is a resident photographers clause. Anyone who posts pictures like you do deserves some slack for a momentary lack of concentration.
Guys, the SAS1, and SAS3 have a front and a rear, if you install it incorrectly, see Tuscondave's post above for what happens. If you'll feel both ends it will be obvious that one end is much thicker than the other end. The thick end is the rear and must be against the rear of the can. This is the internal ridge that keeps the cover from sliding forward under recoil and going down range, as Dave found out.
The SAS2 has no front or rear, put it on any way you want. When the shock cord slides over the rear of the can that is what prevents the cover from taking a trip down range.
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I'm in the market and would like to see a pic of the SAS3 if someone has one available.
Thanks!
I'm in the market and would like to see a pic of the SAS3 if someone has one available.
Thanks!
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Tony,
Thanks for the pics!
As soon as I can get some measurements for a TBAC 30P-1 I'll be placing an order.
(Don't have one to measure and don't want to assume the measurements from the web site are accurate.)
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Warning - .223/5.56 cal use:
Our current products are not reccomended for long strings or rapid fire use with a .223/5.56 caliber rifle. We are in the process of developing new products that will meet the needs of these type of shooters.</div></div>
Do you have any ETA on these type of covers?
Tony,
Thanks for the pics!
As soon as I can get some measurements for a TBAC 30P-1 I'll be placing an order.
(Don't have one to measure and don't want to assume the measurements from the web site are accurate.)
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Warning - .223/5.56 cal use:
Our current products are not reccomended for long strings or rapid fire use with a .223/5.56 caliber rifle. We are in the process of developing new products that will meet the needs of these type of shooters.</div></div>
Do you have any ETA on these type of covers?
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TAB Gear is top grade kit. I probbaly have 25 of his Elite Slings and an equal amount of suppressor covers. Not to mention the rear bags, shooting mats and other stuff he offers.
His Tshirts sure do kick ass as well!!!
Thanks for making a stellar product and being a stand up guy Tony. You da man!!!
TAB Gear is top grade kit. I probbaly have 25 of his Elite Slings and an equal amount of suppressor covers. Not to mention the rear bags, shooting mats and other stuff he offers.
His Tshirts sure do kick ass as well!!!
Thanks for making a stellar product and being a stand up guy Tony. You da man!!!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: $KYshooter338$</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I probbaly have 25 of his Elite Slings and an equal amount of suppressor covers. Not to mention the rear bags, shooting mats and other stuff he offers.
</div></div>
KY,
The term "Man Cave" would have a WHOLE new meaning.....
all the above goodies are attached to things that go bang....
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: $KYshooter338$</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I probbaly have 25 of his Elite Slings and an equal amount of suppressor covers. Not to mention the rear bags, shooting mats and other stuff he offers.
</div></div>
KY,
The term "Man Cave" would have a WHOLE new meaning.....
all the above goodies are attached to things that go bang....
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I ordered my cover for my TITAN and vdub's 3rd model together. We ordered both of them based on the sizes listed by both manufacturers. Mine fit perfectly and vdub's was too short. That wasn't our fault and it wasn't Tony's fault. It was Ops fault for listing the specs incorrectly. He seems happy with the way his cover looked and I'm definitely happy with mine so I guess no harm no foul.
I ordered my cover for my TITAN and vdub's 3rd model together. We ordered both of them based on the sizes listed by both manufacturers. Mine fit perfectly and vdub's was too short. That wasn't our fault and it wasn't Tony's fault. It was Ops fault for listing the specs incorrectly. He seems happy with the way his cover looked and I'm definitely happy with mine so I guess no harm no foul.
