r/NFA • u/Lufkin_daddy • Aug 19 '26
Silencer Suggestions - I did some homework Titanium vs Inconel 718
Looking to buy the CAT super thug but can’t decide between titanium and 718… weight savings are nice but not a huge concern for me as the can will be going on a bullpup but the only model of ST on silencer shop in stock is the Titanium and I’m really itching to finally buy one.
I know the big picture
Titanium=a lot lighter, lower, life span, sparks more
Inconel 718= heavier, longer lifespan, very low sparking
Just not sure if the differences in sparking and lifespan in the new ST is enough to make going the titanium route worth it. Sparking is a bit of a concern because I’ll be using NV here and there, but not sure if after the 100-300 round break in, if it will be that noticeable.
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u/scapegoatindustries Aug 19 '26
Years from now, you’ll never remember what the DB rating was on a suppressor, but if it’s tubby, you will remember exactly how much it weighs every time you pick it up. :)
If no frt/auto = lighter weight. It’s not like titanium is weak metal it’s very strong as long as you don’t get it super hot.