A solvent trap is a “firearm accessory”. As a firearm accessory, they can be attached to the end of the barrel with our thread protector. Solvent traps are effective cleaning accessories to trap cleaning solvents, lubricators, fluids, and other debris that can be harmful to your skin and potentially harmful to the environment. Solvent traps make the cleaning process more efficient and allow you to recycle and dispose of solvent without making a complete mess, and they can double as a dry storage solution.

These devices have become extremely popular in the firearm community, and the demand for these products continue to grow in the industry. If you often clean your firearms, using a solvent trap can be very helpful if you wish to prevent a total mess. Because our company clearly states our intent for the use of our solvent traps on our site, our customers enjoy asking questions regarding the best products to clean their firearms with. Firearm owners love conversations and talking about their firearms, and cleaning is a fun topic! feel free to share new dry storages uses with us as well. We’d love to hear your feedback!

Solvent traps also help our customers trap and recycle solvent and cleaning fluids at a later time, depending on the frequency of their routine maintenance.

Solvent traps are devices that can be attached to the threaded muzzle of a firearm in order to capture the fluids that are used to clean your rifle or pistol. Cleaning your firearm regularly can help improve performance, and help improve safety and reliability.

Solvent traps have a female threaded end allowing users to attach the end cap to one end of the tube and our thread protector to the opposite end. Solvent trap kits generally consist of aluminum and titanium, both offered on Armory Den. These materials are ideal for firearms cleaning as they thread on and off a metal barrel in order to function as a solvent and debri trapping solution for firearms.

Stronger materials also reduce wear and tear on threads which increase product longevity, as oppsed to softer materials which will be more prone to thread damage or less lived short life. If solvent traps were made of plastic, the threads would quickly wear or strip when threading it onto a metal barrel. Common metals for firearm accessories, such as solvent traps include 7075 aluminum and titanium. Like titanium, carbon steel and stainess steel are stronger metals that could be used for firearms cleaning for the benefits of product longevity.

Armory Den’s aluminum solvent traps are made from 7075 aluminum – a more durable aluminum. This model is a more affordable solution for consumers on a tight budget. Cleaning your firearm helps improves safety, reliability and overall performance of a firearm. Maximizing efficiency and effective in any manual job provides more incentive to perform regular maintenance, and we feel that affordable options should be available to those in this situation.

Once you have an understanding of the product that will be compatible with your firearm and/or other firearm accessories you own, only then should you choose one based off the preference. For example, we offer both a 1/2×28″ or 5/8×24″ thread size option. If you are purchasing a solvent trap solution for an application with these common size thread types then you will have options to choose from. For firearm cleaning the main go is to catch cleaning oils and debri from the end of your barrel so that you alleviate the mess during bore cleaning processes. We have tube, end cap and accessories which can be used for dry storage solutions too.

Unlike a AR-15 which comes standard with a threaded barrel, all pistols without a threaded barrel will need to purchase one in order to use this product. Again, all solvent traps come with the threaded end, the female end. This way it can attached and work properly.

Because solvent traps are tubes used by firearms owners for cleaning, we figured we would create a product that caters to the needs for both firearm-related accessories and outdoor essentials. Getting the value of two items for one is always appealing when interest align with versatile gear!

Here’s a suggested chart that lists items for camping, hiking, and outdoor excursions, as well as items for dry storage when using 2 end caps:

Item Category	Camping/Hiking/Outdoor Excursions
Camp Fire	Waterproof Matches, Lighter
First Aid	Bandages, Antiseptic Wipes, Pain Relievers
Food	Trail Mix, Energy Bars, Instant Meals
Navigation	Compass, Map, GPS Device
Hydration	Water Purification Tablets, Collapsible Bottle
Emergency Shelter	Space Blanket, Emergency Bivvy
Communication	Whistle, Signal Mirror, Note Pad
Illumination	Headlamp, Glow Sticks
Tools	Multi-tool, Pocket Knife
Personal Care	Hand Sanitizer, Tissue, Sunscreen
Survival Gear	Paracord, Fishing Line, Mini Sewing Kit

Item Category	Dry Storage with End Caps
Camp Fire	Fire Starter, Tinder
First Aid	Medical Supplies, Prescription Meds
Food	Dry Snacks, Dehydrated Food
Navigation	Spare Batteries, Small Tools
Hydration	Water Storage Tablets, Filter
Emergency Shelter	Shelter Material, Emergency Blanket
Communication	Important Documents, Small Tools
Illumination	Spare Batteries, Mini Flashlight
Tools	Small Repair Tools, Spare Parts
Personal Care	Essential Toiletries, Personal Items
Survival Gear	Survival Items, Essential Gear

The dimensions we provided in the ‘Descriptions’ tab should help you estimate the capacity of the storage kit accurately. Remember that when sealing both ends of the tube with end caps, you will want to ensure a secure and airtight closure to prevent dust, moisture, or air from getting inside

Feel free to customize this list based on the type of outdoor activities you anticipate, and any specific gear you may want to highlight!

A solvent trap has a name that specifically describes its purpose. Solvent traps are a firearm accessory made for cleaning your firearm, such a bore cleaning processes. Solvent traps are for trapping solvent to make the cleaning process easier and more efficient. Catching solvent is the purpose of a solvent trap kit, legally and mechanically, and they are extremely effective in doing so. Frequent cleaning can also improve the performance of your firearm, as well as make it more safer and reliable.

Like any product in a home appliance or hardware store, our products do not cause any harm when used as intended. Our solvent traps are accessories for cleaning firearms or can be used for as travel storage or dry storage needs. They are logical solutions which are sold for legal purposes. All responsible firearm owners looking for effective cleaning and storage solution are welcome at Armory Den!

Solvent Trap and Storage Tube Kits: For cleaning, the solvent trap tube is connected to the thread protector on one end which is then connected to threaded muzzle of the firearm prior to cleaning. The purpose of this tube is to contain solvent and debris during cleaning. Cleaning solvents often include chemicals that may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. During the cleaning process, the solvent trap is intended to collect and “trap” within it, preventing potential harmful solvents from touching the users skin.

Solvent traps are tubes just like storage tubes, which make them a great solution for travel storage. They can also be used for dry storage by purchasing an additional end cap to seal both ends to prevent dirt, dusk and moisture from getting inside. See our travel storage charts above! Please review our product guides for more information.

End caps are used to seal one end of the tube for firearms cleaning and they can be used as travel storage solutions with the included parts. For cleaning, they serve the function of sealing the solvent trap tube to ensure that all of cleaning liquids, oil lubricants, solvents and other debris are caught and trapped inside the tube. If an additional end cap is purchased, you can use the tube as a dry storage solution by sealing both ends of the tube to prevent moisture, dirt and other particles from getting inside. Solvent trap end caps are generally constructed with material, such as titanium, stainless steel or aluminum. Metal materials are ideal for cleaning and storage to reduce wear and tear overtime from the constant threading of parts. These materials also help with product longevity as they attached to firearm barrels for cleaning which are typically made from carbon steel or stainless steel. Armory Den’s aluminum end caps are manufactured from 7075 Aluminum, a stronger type of aluminum that is less expensive than titanium. Routine firearm maintenance improves the saftey, realibility and overall performance and allowing you to dispose of used solvent and debri safely. For this reason, offering an  affordable product is ideal so those on a budget can benefit from these advantages.

The thread protector included with our solvent trap and storage kits are secured to the muzzle end of a firearm for cleaning after the assembly of your solvent trap tube. Depending on the sort of firearm you intend to clean, you want to be equipped with the correct thread protector to match your barrel thread. – i.e. 1 / 2 x 28″ being used for 9mm, .22LR, 5.56 NATO caliber firearms and 5/8×28″ being used to clean larger .30 Cal Firearms. Armory Den’s thread protectors are identical in material as the end cap and to the respective solvent trap they are installed on as they attach to metal barrels. For firearm owners who have love for the outdoors, the tube, end cap and thread protector can be used for travel storage. However, you will need an additional end cap to create a dry storage solution as mentioned above and outlined in our product guides.

These are the four fundamental elements of a solvent trap kit and storage solution.

Solvent traps are intended to be used for firearms cleaning, but they also make great storage solutions for forward-thinking preppers and those who want to embrace the outdoors. Please visit our product pages to view our product guides and for additional information on cleaning and storage benefits!

Armory Den is America’s #1 supplier of high-grade solvent trap parts and kits. Routine cleaning and maintenance are important for maintaining the safety, dependability, and overall performance of your firearm. To view our entire inventory of premium quality solvent trap products, click here.

There are many suppliers of solvent trap parts and kits on the market, but not all are created equal. It’s important to never buy knock-off Solvent Traps as mentioned by Josuha Prince law firm (Prince Law Offices, P.C.). You should only purchase from reputable sources to ensure that you’re getting a solvent trap intended for cleaning and quality parts that will work as intended and provide the benefits of longevity. Armory Den puts alot of time into ensuring our products are understood with detailed product pages and product guides. We strive to maintain our reputation as a top solvent trap store. Our products are packed and delivered with care.

Beware of cheap knock-offs made with inferior materials where threads can strip and parts can break easily or worse, cause harm to your firearm or barrel.

Everyone wants to save money. Some items may be low-quality knock-offs made with diluted materials, which is a safe method to saving money. In reality, if you invest in low-quality solvent trap parts, you may put yourself at risk from a legal standpoint and if chemicals are not contained during cleaning it can be a hazard to your skin. Beware of clones that use lower grade metals that are advertised as higher quality metals, very low-quality finish that wears easily on a single use, and cross-threading and thread mismatches that cause corrosion or leaks.

Let’s look at a few reasons why you should avoid knock-off solvent trap components at all costs.

Obviously, as with many low-cost replicas, the reason they are so inexpensive is that the manufacturer most likely cut corners in terms of materials. Many counterfeit solvent trap parts, on the other hand, are composed of lower-quality metals. This will mean your investment will be short-lived as cheaper materials may not hold up to constant threading and cross threading may occur.

Solvent traps thread to a metal barrel, so you want to go with more durable solution so you are not having to spend more money on a new product or replacement parts.

Regular cleaning can improve the performance and security of your firearm. One of the advantages of cleaning a firearm with a high-quality solvent trap is that it prevents the liquid from leaking out and coming into contact with your skin. While many cleaning solutions on the market contain harmful and toxic compounds that, while excellent for gun cleaning, may be hazardous if not handled correctly. Using a high-quality solvent trap helps to reduce the possibility of harm.

On the other hand, if knock-off solvent trap parts are used, there is the risk of leaks and exposing users to dangerous chemicals if the solvent is not contained. This can happen if there is cross-threading which is when thread grinding occurs with a thread protector or end cap. Obviously, this defeats the entire purpose of obtaining a solvent trap where constant threading occurs.

The strongest materials for solvent trap parts for longevity and reliability is stainless steel and titanium. They provide superior strength such as resistance to corrosion and stronger threads for product longevity. These products are suitable for the avid firearm owners who enjoy cleaning their firearms frequently or clean multiple firearms in one sitting. If you are still looking for a more feasible solution that still gets the job done, you may consider our aluminum models. These cleaning kits are made from 7075 aluminum, a stronger aluminum to reduce wear and tear on threads overtime. This will allowing you to upkeep a more reliable and safe firearm without the burden of paying more for a more durable model like titanium. If you prefer a lighter option or are a veteran with arthristis, they might be a perfect option for you.

There are strict regulations with regard to the ownership and use of a firearm. Solvent traps and durable dry storage solutions for travel and transport are not covered by the Gun Control Act of 1968, which regulates firearm components and weapons.

Some online knockoff retailers are unaware, but others simply don’t care and will sell low-quality fakes just to increase their revenue and bottom line – the only person who is at risk is you!

We aren’t the only ones who think so. Don’t take our word for it. Take it from the NY man who was visited at his home by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents after they seized a package he’d ordered containing imitation parts imported from overseas. Despite his pleas of ignorance, authorities searched the man’s house, and he’s now facing multiple charges. (as we’ve read)

To avoid all of these hazards, stick with reputable solvent trap components from a US-based source, such as Armory Den. We take pride in selling legal solvent trap parts that are designed and manufactured within legal parameters and known guidelines.

We only use top-grade components, so you may rest assured that our items are safe and efficient for their intended purpose. Best of all, our high-grade solvent trap parts are priced at an affordable rate, eliminating the need to risk buying knock-offs to save money.

It’s important to be aware of the risks before buying: There is no distributor channel for Armory Den, thus if you see similar items on other websites, they are surely clones or replicas!

To view our broad selection of stainless steel and titanium solvent trap parts that meet industry standards Click here.

Armory Den sells high-grade solvent traps that are 100% legal. Our products are tested and go through quality control testing prior to delivery. Moreover, our high-grade products are sold without indexing as they are for firearm cleaning purposes and dry storage solutions.

Armory Den is a U.S. company that carries the best quality solvent traps, firearms cleaning kits, accessories and parts. We are proud of our quality control, with our research team constantly updating the best and lowest prices in the industry.

The purchase of a solvent trap is 100% legal, without a Form 1. However, there are important restrictions and regulations to be aware. For instance, you cannot alter, modify, or redesign them into a device for muffling, silencing, or diminishing the report of a firearm, without first filing and receiving back from BATFE an approved Form 1.

Only after getting the approved Form 1 back can you make any modifications to the product. You will be committing a crime if you make the alterations or modifications prior to obtaining the paid tax stamp. Do not make any alterations or modifications to our products, or any solvent trap product or part for that matter, before getting back the approved Form 1. Modification of a solvent trap parts without an approved tax stamp could be considered a felony. Please review our ATF Legal Den and website terms and conditions.

DISCLAIMER: Information and videos contained on this site is added on a regular basis. Due to the nature of the information posted, it becomes outdated rapidly. Users are therefore cautioned to independently verify the correctness of information contained on the website that may have become outdated. The info on our website is not legal advice and legal advice may only be provided by a properly licensed attorney.This blog post is not legal advice. The information provided is for informational purposes only. Any information posted on our website is to inform our customers due our industry, and also appease companies we do business with, such as those who insure us.

It is no surprise that part of a standard NRA Certified Firearm Instructor led course is firearm safety. One may not think of firearms cleaning as a component of firearms safety, but a clean firearm is a reliable and safe firearm. Therefore, instructors of firearm courses would benefit tremendously by learning about the benefits of cleaning with a solvent trap. Using a solvent trap will pass on many benefits to their customers.

• Reduction of residual solvent messes
• Reducing the negative biological and environmental effects of toxic solvents
• Making solvent recycling and proper disposal possible
• Cleaning supply transport capabilities
• Increase in firearm longevity, reliability, and safety

The point that is most important and most relevant to firearm safety courses is obviously the last point, which is that a properly and thoroughly cleaned firearm is proven to increase not only the reliability, but also the safety of the firearm.

A firearm that is not thoroughly, properly, or frequently cleaned and lubricated, can cause one or more of the following issues, some of these issues can pose a threat of injury or worse to the firearm operator:

Rusting: This occurs from oxidation and oxidation effects metals more that are not properly stored or that are not properly cleaned and lubricated.

Residual Fouling Buildup: Remnants of carbon, lead and copper from the gunpowder that build up marginally after each bullet that passes through the firearm. The residual fouling can build up in the barrel, affecting your precision and potentially your handgun’s reliability.

Failure to Fire: Failure to fire is a common issue with guns that don’t see regular cleaning. If the handgun has enough residue build-up, it may fail to shoot a round of ammunition after pulling the trigger.

Failure to Feed (FTF): Lubricant can get in places it shouldn’t be, especially if you over oil your weapon. If it manages to get into the areas that shift rounds from the magazine to the chamber, it may cause an FTF. Essentially, the round never makes it to the chamber, despite activation.

Failure to Eject (FTE): While the other two failures involve the round never leaving the gun, FTE refers to the casing jamming in the barrel. It’s an annoyance and less dangerous than the other two but is also preventable with regular cleaning.

Even though it is rare for the issues above to cause problems that may cause direct injury or death to the firearm user, enough buildup and residual remnants of carbon and other materials can cause fatal disasters.

The safety issue that is more relevant to a clean firearm comes down to reliability. Most people buy firearms to protect theirs and their families lives, and a reliably operating firearm has a direct effect on the safety of the user if an unfortunate event comes to be that requires its use. If the firearm doesn’t’ function when it is needed, that may literally be the difference between life and death.

If you are a firearm instructor, most likely the safety and reliability issues mentioned above come up during the cleaning and/or safety topics during your course. If not, maybe this additional knowledge will open your understanding and interest in emphasizing the safety and reliability benefits of thoroughly cleaning with a solvent trap, as opposed to traditional firearm cleaning.

Armory Den recommends that you consider incorporating knowledge of solvent trap cleaning systems into firearm safety related courses. If you are a firearm instructor and interested in providing more information and possibly providing solvent trap options to your customers for purchase, feel free to drop us a line!

How often do you perform routine firearm cleaning and mainteince using a solvent trap? Some firearm owners clean after each use, while others set a regular schedule.

It is important to consider the length between each firearm cleaning session, and how you clean your firearm. Should you clean without a solvent trap, or move away from the traditional methods by using a solvent trap?

How you clean your firearm really comes down to preference. Generally, there are no rules except for the obvious safety protocols such as ensuring your firearm is unloaded prior to cleaning.

Poor firearm maintenance poses a plethora of risks, which is why consistent maintenance is necessary. Your firearm is like any machine that accumulates dirt over time. Rust buildup is also expected since most firearms are made of corrosive metals.

Rust and corrosion can cause your firearm damage and can lead to malfunction. Failure to fire and failure to feed, fouling, and other malfunctions can cause harm or even death, but these risks can be reduced by properly and regularly cleaning your firearm.

Proper maintenance is a basic and general rule to prolong the life of anything, guns included. Anything that operates in a friction-based fashion needs to be maintained and cleaned, many times oiled rigorously. A clean firearm is a reliable and functioning firearm. Regular firearm cleaning keeps dirt, rust, and corrosion away, saving your firearm from damage, which would eventually affect its performance.

There is no such thing as ‘cleaning your firearm too much’. Excessive cleaning will not cause major issues or damage to your firearm. much cleaning will not cause any major damage to your gun. If you are unfamiliar with firearm cleaning, it is important to understand several factors that help gun owners with their frequency cleaning, such as: shooting frequency, weather, moisture of the environment, ammunition used, type of use, type of firearm and more…

Moisture buildup can happen if you live in a region with high humidity levels. This can happen even if you keep your gun in a safe as the air may seep into it. Your storage location can also be a contributing factor to moisture buildup. If you keep it in a basement or stash it in an area with low temperature, moisture will accumulate leading to rusting. When left unchecked, moisture would settle and will develop rust and corrosion as well.  

Probably one of the most common factors causes a firearm to become dirty and in need of a deep cleaning is corrosive ammunition. Non-Polycoated steel tends to be the dirtiest, which also depends on the type of firearm it is being shot from. Gas impingement-based AR based platforms tends to run very dirty when taking steel loads, yet AK47s and other AK based platforms operate flawlessly and run as dirty as if brass loads are used. Corrosive ammo primers tend to be a culprit too, so it’s best to know your ammo as well as you know your firearms!

The number of times you use your gun matters. Usage is one of the main factors that determine the necessary cleaning rigor and frequency best suited. Obviously, you should immediately perform routine maintenance after firing at the range, especially if you were using steel ammo.

Competition shooters clean their guns immediately after a match. This keeps their guns in perfect working condition, as a well-maintained gun promises accuracy and higher scores. Hunters seldom use their firearms, but they still clean them regularly. This is because the environment they hunt in exposes their firearms to harsh conditions.

In the past, firearm owners used the standard, steel brush, solvent, and cleaning patches. Eventually, solvent traps were created and used and the benefits were immediately realized.

Cleaning without a solvent trap is like remaining stuck in time with a flip phone when the iPhone 12 is available. Sure, the flip phone will get the job done, but the iPhone 12 Max will make your cleaning sessions more efficient without more headache.

We’ve been in the Den working up new and innovative solvent traps, and our newest addition is now launched this month as promised!

On average, Armory Den has released a new product every month for the past three months. We have plans to increase the velocity of product launches over time as well. What we’re excited about today is the new launch of our long awaited, perfectly optimized, AD-4C Adaptive Solvent Trap (AST) Kit. All designs and engineering have been documented, time-stamped and ready to continue with our patent process!

The AD-4C Adaptive Solvent trap is truly a ‘one of a kind’ solvent trap firearm cleaning kit. If you’ve enjoyed our current Adaptive Solvent Trap Kit models, then you will love the new AD-4C AST!

This Adaptive Solvent Trap has a 1.57″ outer diameter and includes a 1.375-24” tube and cup thread pitch and a 1.1875-24 TPI Adapter. This makes a seamless transition for any 1.57” Adaptive Solvent Trap Kit owner, and is a great solvent trap kit for anyone else that’s in the market for a high grade, unique and versatile solvent trap cleaning kit.

These industry standard thread pitches allow for muzzle extension device compatibility for streamlined cleaning. Armory Den does its best to offer everything needed for firearm cleaning and solvent trapping, but sometimes customers want to source muzzle extension devices from other companies. The industry standard thread pitch makes such a pursuit much more seamless!

Unlike Armory Den’s current AST models that include 8 storage cups, the AD-4C includes 4 Internal Radial Storage Cups. Between each of the four innovative IRSC’s is an AD Space Connector that links each of the storage cups together and provides added space for storage during transport. Using the tube extension and your preferred thread protector, these will thread onto the four Storage Cups and AD space connectors. Finally, the sealed end cap will complete the kit assembly, and the AD-4C AST Kit will be ready for you to clean your preferred firearm.

We are continuously asked about standard industry threading, especially with regards to our most popular 7” Aluminum and Titanium 1.45” OD Solvent Trap Kits and our 10” Aluminum 1.75” OD Solvent Trap Kits.

Select solvent trap kits offered at Armory Den are for direct threading purposes only, for cleaning firearms that didn’t require devices, such as a muzzle device, for more streamlined cleaning. For example, many customers love our 7” Aluminum 1.45” OD Solvent Trap Cleaning Kits and have asked us about the adaptability to quick detach devices: Or, if it included an industry standard thread pitch that would accommodate a muzzle device for streamlined cleaning.

The only muzzle device that will work for the 7” Aluminum 1.45” OD Solvent Trap Tube kit is our M34 Muzzle Extension Device, which our video shows on our website homepage. This is great for overcoming the guide rod blocking issue that many Glocks and other polymer-based firearms have.

The Outer and Inner Diameters of the 1.45” OD Tube Kits aren’t setup to allow 1.1875-24 TPI, nor 1.375-24 TPI Industry Standard Threading.

Later we released 7” ADEX Aircraft Aluminum D Cell Solvent Trap Kit, which is a solvent trap tube model with the industry standard threading for streamlined cleaning and adaptability.

There are many D Cell kits on the market, but here are some good questions before purchasing them:

• Are they vetted products, or unvetted models by unknown suppliers?
• Are they priced correctly based on the parts and materials/finishes used?
• Do the kits include extra adapters and two of the most common thread protectors?
• Finally, have you purchased from Armory Den previously?

There are many illegal, low-grade, or counterfeit (cloned) solvent trap kits on the market sold by U.S Based companies and unknown suppliers overseas. These companies claim to sell only one type of metal, but are actually diluted metals which are weaker than high-grade products. This is so margins can be inflated.

There are also legal issues that may arise when purchasing no-name solvent trap cleaning kits from unvetted companies. This is why it’s best to play it safe with Armory Den. On each solvent trap product page, you will see more detail on our products and information that helps our customers understand more about the industry, our company and how our products are used.

Many solvent trap companies have solid solvent traps, built well with flawless finishes. Our customers come to us for the same quality, but at more affordable and reasonable prices.

Armory Den is known for putting the cherry on top, when it comes to solvent trap cleaning kits. Our 7” ADEX Aircraft Aluminum D Cell Solvent Trap Kit is no exception.

This model has an standard tube thread pitch of 1.375-24 TPI, a standard 1.50” outer Diameter and 1.355” inner diameter. Moreover, this kit includes a thread adapter of your choice and an end cap. If you are looking to use our products for dry storage as opposed to regular storage, you will need to purchase an additional end cap to seal both ends.

Even better, Armory Den includes the 1.375-24 TPI (Male) TO 1.1875-24 TPI (Female) adapter with this product. So, have you purchased a product from Armory Den in the past, you know customer satisfaction is a given!

Foreign Purchase Warning for Consumers

As a consumer in the solvent trap market, it’s important to ask the right questions prior to purchasing online. You should understand why certain US solvent trap companies have been shut down, why others still operate, and which specific companies will continue to operate. You should also understand why those who purchase solvent traps overseas are visited by the ATF and receive a letter from the U.S government regarding illegal products they have ordered online from companies they believed to be legitimate. These questions are far more important, as opposed to saving a few dollars by ordering illegal solvent traps that are also made from weak diluted metal composites.

Illegal foreign solvent traps are permeating the US market, and a majority of them are illegal. These foreign solvent traps are not vetted, nor do these companies have U.S attorneys or former Special Agents and specialists to ensure legal solvent traps are being engineered for legal U.S purchase. These same foreign solvent traps contain inferior and diluted metals, and poor finishes. More importantly, they contain clear and unclear characteristics deemed to show ‘constructive intent’ by regulators. This is very important to understand when you shop around for solvent trap solutions.

Although there are solvent traps that may look similar to our product from a design and aesthetics standpoint, does not mean they are engineered the same. For instance, the products listed on our site are released first and only sold via our website. A great example is our AD Radial-8 Adaptive Solvent Trap, which foreign companies have not even attempted to manufacture. This is because engineering such a lightweight solvent trap cleaning kit with high-grade materials that has such complex designs is proven far too difficult to clone and sell as an illegal and counterfeited product.

Even legitimate U.S sources such as firearm and non-firearm auction sites, as well as broker and listing sites are littered with illegal foreign solvent traps sold by their subscribers who list them on these outlets. Even Armory Den products have been cloned and listed on these same reputable auction and listing sites. We process complaints to protect consumers, but it is extremely difficult to get timely a resolution and/or response. The reason foreign companies choose to clone our products with weak materials and illegal versions, are because we dominate search engines. **Armory Den only sells products via our website**

Armory Den is one of the most reputable and trusted solvent trap cleaning solution companies listed on Page 1 of Google, Bing, Yahoo and DuckDuckGo. Any company, counterfeiter, or scammer can easily create a Paid Advertisement in a matter of seconds, but being listed on Page 1 of organic search results takes time, reputability and long-term investment. Companies with long-term views invest in such a thing. Google and other prominent and respected search engines will only show the most reputable companies who sell products consumers can trust, as well as relevant and reliable information.

Foreign companies will advertise their products as legal, simply because they do not know any better, and because they are not legally bound to U.S laws. To them you are a sale and a number on their analytics reports. If you happen to receive one of their illegal solvent traps, you may end up with a knock at your door from the ATF, and/or receive a letter from the U.S government – A risk and headache you don’t want!

Meanwhile, the foreign company who sold you the product will have zero repercussion. Overseas sales are monitored by the ATF through Customs, whether you believe it or not.

There are also companies in the U.S who sell illegal solvent traps, simply because they do not understand what makes a solvent trap legal vs. illegal. These companies will eventually be shut down, and you don’t want to be listed as one of their customers!

Our Adaptive Solvent Trap cleaning kits have dual use cleaning and storage capability.  This article will provide more information on each of the Adaptive Solvent Traps to help our customers have a better understanding of each product.

We do not create demand; we facilitate demand by providing quality and a unique supply of products that consist of the legal features people may use for cleaning and storage, or both. Currently, there are six adaptive solvent trap kits available on our catalog and there are new models currently going through our prototype, quality and design process for additional storage capability such as multiple storage compartment for dry storage or storage during transport.

Our Adaptive Solvent Trap kits have five have industry standard thread pitches for cross-industry compatibility for streamlined cleaning. All five of these cleaning and storage kits have an outer diameter (OD) of 1.57” and an Inner diameter (ID) of around 1.18”. Of these five solvent trap kits, the build material options are 7075 Billet Aircraft Aluminum, 304 Stainless Steel and Grade 5 Titanium.

This is one of our most recently launched kits and like our Billet AST Cleaning Kit mentioned above, it is constructed of Billet 7075 Aircraft Grade Aluminum. It’s about 30% lighter than our Billet AST Model.

(1) Aluminum End Cap
(1) 3.25″ Adaptive Solvent Trap Tube
(1) Thread Protector (1/2×28″ or 5/8×24″)
(8) Adaptive Dry Storage Cups
(1) 1.375″-24 (Male) to 1.1875″-24 TPI (Female) Adapter

Adaptive Dry Storage Cups are not included with Solvent Trap Kits as they are accessories for solvent traps for dry storage preferences.

At it’s inception, this kit has been one of our most popular kits. The Billet AST Model is strong and lightweight, constructed from Billet 7075 Aircraft-Grade aluminum and finished in a nice Type III Hard Coat Anodization. This kit has a standard 1.375-24 TPI Thread Pitch

(1) Aluminum End Cap
(1) 2.5″ Adaptive Solvent Trap Tube 
(1) Thread Protector (1/2×28″ or 5/8×24″)
(8) Adaptive Dry Storage Cups
(1) 1.375″-24 (Male) to 1.1875″-24 TPI (Female) Adapter

Due to the price point of Grade 5 Titanium, we wanted to offer a product with anticorrosive features, but at a price point a little less than Grade 5 Titanium. The stainless steel adaptive solvent trap kit is identical in design as our billet and titanium models, but heavier than both titanium and aluminum. Includes 1.375-24 TPI Thread Pitch

(1) Stainless Steel End Cap
(1) 2.5” Adaptive Solvent Trap Tube
(1) Thread Protector (1/2×28″ or 5/8×24″
(8) Adaptive Dry Storage Cups
(1) 1.375″-24 (Male) to 1.1875″-24 TPI (Female) Adapter

This is definitely one of our most popular and exclusive Adaptive Solvent Trap Kits. Everything comes second when compared to the anticorrosion features, strength vs. weight ratio (for those interested in misfire risk reduction during transport/travels), and aesthetic appeal of this 100% Grade 5 Titanium constructed kit. Just like the billet and 304 Stainless steel AST Cleaning Kits mentioned above, this kit is identical in design and only differs in built material. The Grade 5 Titanium AST Cleaning Kit also sports a 1.375-24 TPI Thread Pitch for more compatibility to facilitate streamlined cleaning.

(1) Titanium End Cap
(1) 2.5″ Adaptive Solvent Trap Tube
(1) Thread Protector (1/2×28″ or 5/8×24″)
(8) Adaptive Dry Storage Cups
(1) 1.375″-24 (Male) to 1.1875″-24 TPI (Female) Adapter

Quality is more difficult to come by in our industry, therefore buyers should be aware that there will always be an abundance of products on the market comprised of blended steel and aluminum metals. If you are an experienced shopper who cares about quality, then you will find true quality titanium products in the den. Our company takes pride in offering the very best products, and all-inclusive solvent traps which include all parts that make it one complete kit. Only at Armory Den, can you get the best deals, responsive support, and a complete solution without having to purchase each item separately. Browse our den today without headaches and additional grunt work.

If you wish to finance our cleaning and dry storage solutions, we offer both Afterpay and Sezzle. These are some of the most trusted and reputable “Shop now, pay later” features available – Offered for our awesome customers right here at Armory Den. Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed!

There are cheap counterfeit solvent traps on the market, which you may already know if you’ve purchased them firsthand. How do you know what is legitimate and legal, opposed to those that are not?  We see advertisements for high-grade, high-quality, and top quality displayed everywhere. So, which products are reliable, legal, true grade 5 titanium solvent trap kit?

Is it worth saving a few dollars to end up with an illegally constructed solvent trap, or a steel composite of weak leftover metals when you paid top dollar for Grade 5 Titanium? This is the issue we find ourselves in today.

There are many offshore predominantly Asian-Pacific suppliers selling products advertised as Titanium, when they are not. They can turn out to be inferior, lower quality composite metals. Some contain titanium, but diluted with cheaper metal composites.

A majority of these products are imported and seized at Customs due to illegal features that can often create troublesome issues and results for buyers, and generally a visit from the ATF. Funny thing is, all of the overseas websites say, “Proudly Made in the USA”, but if you run a domain search, they are located in regions such as:

Registrant State/Province: Guangdong

Registrant Country: CN

There are several reasons counterfeit solvent traps are seized at customs. The primary reason being constructive intent. For example, center marks on any piece of the product or any indication where the solvent trap would be used for anything other than firearm cleaning.

The issue is that these overseas suppliers will tell you there are no center-marks or post images of products without center-marks, and then they ship you center-marked items anyway. Once your order is seized at customs, you will receive a letter from the federal government. The rate at which products are being seized under the Biden administration is far more than ever before.

Armory Den’s overarching goal that supersedes everything else, is customer satisfaction from outstanding customer service and superior-quality products, such as our 7” GR5 Titanium Tubes, 7” GR5 Titanium Solvent Trap Kits, and our GR5 Titanium Adaptive Solvent Trap (AST) . When we say that our products are Grade 5 Titanium, this can be tested with chemicals and also through the color of sparks when emitting a torch to the Titanium.

We have an aggressive goal in our product launches going forward and we take pride in ensuring that our fit and finishes are flawless before pulling the trigger and setting them live for purchase. Having a perfect fit is important to avoid damaged during delivery and during transport after your product arrives, in 3-7 days after order processing.

Quality is more difficult to come by in our industry, therefore buyers should be aware that there will always be an abundance of products on the market comprised of blended steel and aluminum metals. If you are an experienced shopper who cares about quality, then you will find true quality titanium products in the den.

If you wish to finance our products, we offer both Afterpay and Sezzle. These are some of the most trusted and reputable, Shop now, pay later features available – Offered for our awesome customers right here at Armory Den. Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed!

If you’ve visited Armory Den before, you know we offer a variety of solvent trap solutions, and new releases will become available soon. After handling several solvent trap kits offered in our line-up, the AD Radial-8 Adaptive Solvent Trap™ kit may be one of the best kits we’ve released thus far. There is no other solvent trap kit on the market that compares.

Its proven difficult for other companies to replicate and counterfeiters don’t even try.

This kit is manufactured with 7075 Aircraft Grade Aluminum and weighs in at 9.9oz. when fully assembled for transport. In its shortest configuration, the Radial-8 solvent trap kit is only 3.5oz.

Armory Den’s Adaptive Solvent Trap Kit lineup and is mechanically identical, touting a modular framework that allows for the user to configure their preferred cleaning setup.

Adaptive dry storage cups can be used with end caps to create storage compartments and are ultra-light. However, you will need to purchase additional end caps for each adaptive dry strorage if this is your goal. a different design than traditional cone style storage cups as traditional style storage cups seperate the interior of the tubes for storing essential items, or using them as quick use, discard and recycle option during cleaning. We call this the one cup method.

The adaptive dry storage cup, thread protector, end cap, and base of the adaptive solvent trap tube has an octagonal exterior. This allows easier tightening and untightening of the threads. Tight threads are important so there is no leakage. For now, rubberized tension wrenches or other tools can be used; eventually we will release a rubberized or resin coated octagonal wrench for this model.

Customer’s that have done business with Armory Den, know that we invest in our staff, infrastructure, and value not only our customers, but their feedback as well. Our chief cornerstone value is customer service, and we take pride in all feedback provided, and our staff speaks with upper management to take action on customer feedback, if possible. A great example of Armory Den’s propensity to act on customer feedback, is evidenced in the thread protectors included in our AD Radial-8 Adaptive Solvent Trap Kit.

Customers that purchase multiple solvent trap thread protectors had issues identifying the TPI of each mount. Generally, it is easy to identify the most common a 1/2×28” and 5/8×24” thread protector size. However, when placing the 1/2×28” and 5/8×24” beside the 9/16×24” or .578×28”, it proves difficult to know what size is what.

In response to this feedback, we had our product development team include imprints of the thread size on the internal side of the AD-Radial-8 thread protectors, including the 5/8×24” and 1/2×28” thread protectors which are included with each kit. The rarer thread protectors are sold separately.

We pride ourselves on keeping up to date on market demand and what our customers actually want. Armory Den is not new to firearms, and our owners and operators each have at least a decade of experience in the industry, from firearms training, to licensed dealer experience, and more, so we only create and stock items we know the people want and that we would personally purchase for ourselves!

The Radial-8 Solvent Trap kit has a standard thread pitch of 1.375-24 TPI. Through our research and customer feedback, we found that some customers do not want to deal with direct threading their solvent traps to their firearms. This is because some firearms require tools and time to remove muzzles devices or other items they own in order to thread the solvent trap on for cleaning.

To take configurability to the next level, we have decided to include our 1.375-24 TPI Male to 1.1875 TPI Female adapter in with this the AD adial-8 kits! This adapter converts the solvent trap kit into another industry standard thread pitch of 1.1875-24 TPI for further compatibility!

This allows this solvent trap kit to adapt to some of Armory Den’s muzzle devices for streamlined cleaning, and adapt to many other third-party devices sold by other companies.

If you’re searching the web for a solvent trap adapter, you will find a variety of results. You will quickly realize that there are two ways the term solvent trap adapters are used. Some companies refer to a solvent trap adapter as a “catch all” term, where they reference them as solvent trap cleaning kits themselves.

Other companies use the term solvent trap adapter more specifically, which is to reference thread conversions, quick connect, trilug and various other devices that simply the firearm cleaning process.

We provided the ways a solvent trap adapter can help firearm owners make their cleaning process more efficient and solve problems with connectively issues.

If you have purchased or thinking about purchasing a solvent trap cleaning kit for a browning style pistol, such as a Glock, you may have run into a common issue depending on the diameter of the solvent trap. Glocks have guide rods like many other firearms in its class. When the solvent trap is connected to a Glock, and the slide is racked (or cocked), the guide rod protrudes from of the front of the pistol hitting the installed solvent trap. This is a very common problem we solved.

When this occurs, the slide of the firearm is stopped in its tracks and will not rack at all. This makes it impossible to run solvent through the firearm when a solvent trap is installed. Armory Den is extremely in tune with customer feedback. We responded to our customers through action and problem solving. The way we solved the guide rod problem is by offering Muzzle Extention Device that work with select solvent trap kits. This allows the slide to rack and provides enough room for the guide rod to stick out fully, without coming in contact with the solvent trap kit.

The video on our homepage provides a visual demonstration of the guide rod problem on a Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS, and the Muzzle Extention Device as a solution. The solvent trap that was used during this video is a 7” Aluminum Tube 1.45”OD Solvent Trap Kit and the compatible M34 Muzzle Extension Device.

Rifle cleaning can be straightforward, but when it comes to efficiently using a solvent trap on popular rifles such as the AR-15 or AR-10, selecting the correct kit can be the difference in a 45 second connect/disconnect process and a 30 minute connect/disconnect process.

Standard AR-15s come with a flash hider that is threaded onto a 1/2×28” barrel. Likewise, AR-10s come with a flash hider threaded onto a 5/8×24” barrel. In either case, flash hiders are not hand tight, they shouldn’t be… They are normally installed so securely that it takes a vice and an AR-15 Wrench equipped with a flash hider remover to remove the part. This is required because the solvent trap must take its place during the cleaning process.

There are many items on the market that can be used to quickly and conveniently connect and disconnect the solvent trap to AR-15s and AR-10s. What is important though is that you know what you are getting into and that the correct kit is purchased, with standardized thread protectors and adapters, allowing for these solvent trap adapters adapt. Armory Den’s 1.57” Outer Diameter Adaptive Solvent Trap Kits are one of the most popular options because they come with a 1.375-24” thread pitch on the tubes and cups and an optional 1.375-24 TPI to 1.1875-24 TPI Adapter.

High-grade Stainless Steel 1/2×28″ ID (Female) to 5/8×24″ OD (Male) CNC Converters are manufactured with high-grade Stainless Steel. This product has a three quarter inch (3/4″) hex outer diameter (OD) by 0.78″ overall length. The 3/4″ Hex outer diameter is for easy installation and removal. Our den specialists state a 19mm wrench will also get the job done.

This adapter was machined with an increased outer thread length, ensuring a secure attachment to any muzzle accessory. All threads are CNC cut for smooth and easy installation. All adapters are checked with go/no go thread gauges to confirm the threads are cut and sized correctly.

Our CNC machinist’s ensure a precise fit and a very easy installation.