Compact, quiet, and ultralight, versatile
The titanium version of the Helios QD and originally designed for the 5.56 NATO belt-fed M249 Squad Automatic Weapon, the CGS Helios QD Ti is incorporates industry leading features. Manufactured with DMLS (3D Printed) titanium and coated inside and out creates a simple package that is more durable than other titanium cans. The DMLS process builds the complex gas flow path up layer by layer, meaning this design has no welds, and this eliminates a common weakness in other designs. Another key element to the Helios QD is the overbore design, which reduces back pressure. This allows shooters to use the Helios on any caliber up to .300 Norma Mag. Tapered threads help prevent carbon locking of end caps. A unique, patented “Vary Core Diameter” helps minimize flash while and achieve superior sound reduction for its size. In addition to a hard case, the Helios QD comes with both 1/2X28 and 5/8X24 threaded rear caps, vented and solid front caps, and a 1.375X24 adapter ring which accepts many different QD mounting solutions. It has been coated outside with PVD Black DLC. The internal surfaces have been coated with SX Line or Hexagonal Boron Nitride which helps reduce fouling buildup to a minimum while also prolonging the life of the silencer and helping to reduce sparking common on many titanium silencers.
Specifications:
- LENGTH ADDED TO BARE MUZZLE: 6.5″
- LENGTH ADDED TO MUZZLE DEVICE: 4.9″
- WEIGHT: 11.5 oz. in 1/2X28 direct thread configuration. Helios QD Ti core 9.0 oz. with no accessories.
- DIAMETER: 1.75″
- MATERIALS: 6AL4V (Grade V) Titanium
- BARREL LENGTH RESTRICTIONS: 10″ for 5.56 NATO
- CALIBER RATING: Up to .300 Norma Magnum
- FIRE RATE: Full Auto rated. Keep below 800 degrees F.
- INCLUDES: Hard case, 1/2X28 direct thread cap, 5/8X24 direct thread cap, solid front end cap, vented front end cap, 1.375X24 adapter ring.
If you are looking for a hard use variant of this silencer, look at the Inconel version.
With 5.56, the Helios QD Ti is extremely low back pressure due to the generous bore. This also allows it to be used on larger calibers, all the way up to 300 Norma mag. The “Bravo” or “Omega” mounting thread pitch (1.375×24) accepts a number of mounting solutions. While it comes with both 1/2×28 and 5/8×24 direct thread mounts, it can utilize almost every mounting system currently available. The front caps are interchangeable as well. The CGS Helios QD Ti ships with a sealed cap for maximum sound suppression, as well as a ported cap to reduce blowback if needed.
Check out the Pew Science testing on the Helios QD’s performance, which is comparable to the titanium version.
- CGS Helios QD on the 5.56 NATO Mk18.
- CGS Helios QD on the .308 Win Savage.
1911 Syndicate compares the Inconel and Titanium variants of the Helios QD.
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