Behind the Scenes at Blackout Defense

Published on December 20, 2021
Duration: 6:52

This video provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing and quality control processes at Blackout Defense. It highlights the precision machinery, rigorous testing methods for trigger safety and durability, and the in-house heat treatment capabilities. The tour emphasizes the significant investment and meticulous work involved in producing high-quality firearm components.

Quick Summary

Blackout Defense ensures trigger quality through rigorous testing, including a trigger shaker for extreme condition simulation and drop tests from up to 30 feet. Their manufacturing utilizes precision tools like a granite surface plate accurate to .000060 inches and a hardness tester with micron-level accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Blackout Defense Factory Tour
  2. 00:11Manufacturing and Quality Control Overview
  3. 00:44Facility Tour Clip
  4. 02:35Precision Measurement Tools (Microns, Granite)
  5. 02:45Hardness Tester with Ruby Tip
  6. 03:04Trigger Safety Shaker Test
  7. 03:28Drop Safety Testing Procedures
  8. 03:44Master Surface Plate QC
  9. 04:34In-House Heat Treatment (Lucifer Furnace)
  10. 05:005-Axis Mill Turn (DMG Mori NTX1000)
  11. 05:12AR-10 Trigger Specifications
  12. 05:33Curing Ovens and Acetone Tank
  13. 05:413lb AR-15 Curve Trigger (Black Nitride)
  14. 05:48Trigger Paint Markings Explained
  15. 06:23Conclusion and Sign-off

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of precision is used in Blackout Defense's quality control?

Blackout Defense employs extreme precision in their quality control. Their granite surface plate is accurate to within .000060 inches for flatness, and their hardness tester with a ruby tip can measure accuracy into the microns, ensuring meticulous standards for their firearm components.

How does Blackout Defense test the safety of their triggers?

Trigger safety is rigorously tested using a specialized trigger shaker that subjects components to extreme, accelerated conditions across four axes. Additionally, they conduct drop safety tests from heights of 5, 10, 15, and 30 feet to ensure reliability.

What are the key differences between AR-10 and AR-15 triggers at Blackout Defense?

Blackout Defense notes that their AR-10 triggers weigh four pounds, feature a heavier hammer, and utilize a spring with 25% more strength compared to AR-15 triggers. They are also constructed from a different material, specifically 17-7.

What do the different colored paint markings on Blackout Defense triggers signify?

The paint markings on Blackout Defense triggers serve as clear indicators: red marks areas that have been welded and should not be touched, green marks the pre-installed set screws used for securing the trigger to the receiver, and yellow marks the insets for pre and post-travel adjustment.

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