How do I ensure the Butler Creek Element ESC40 will fit my specific riflescope?

The BCESC40 is specifically engineered with a stretchable multi-fit sleeve to fit scope objective bells that have an outer diameter ranging from 35 mm to 40 mm. Before purchasing, measure your scope's outer objective bell diameter to ensure it falls within this exact 35 mm to 40 mm threshold; scopes outside this range will require a different size variant.

Can I still shoot accurately in heavy rain or snow with the scope cap closed?

Yes, the Element ESC40 includes a modular interchangeable disk system featuring a clear lens disk specifically designed for rapid shooting through the closed cover during adverse weather conditions like heavy rain, dust, or snow. Alternatively, you can swap it for the opaque black disk or the printable ballistic dope disk depending on your shooting requirements.

How does the multi-position hinge perform during quick target acquisition in the field?

The cap features a durable multi-position hinge that opens silently and locks positively at either 180 degrees upright or folds back completely flat at 270 degrees against the scope body. This ensures the lid stays securely out of your line of sight and prevents visual obstruction when you need to take a quick shot in the Australian bush.

Are there any electrical or regulatory compliance certifications required for this scope cap in Australia?

No electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certifications are required because the Butler Creek Element ESC40 is entirely a passive mechanical accessory containing zero electrical or electronic components. It is built from high-strength polymers and stainless steel hardware designed to withstand harsh Australian outback conditions.

Scope Cap - Butler Creek BCESC40

The Butler Creek Element Flip Open Objective 40mm (SKU: BCESC40) is a protective riflescope objective lens cap engineered for optics with an outer bell diameter measuring between 35 mm and 40 mm. Built with a high-strength polymer lid, a flexible rubberized multi-fit stretch sleeve, and stainless steel hardware, it shields glass from dust, moisture, and scrub without requiring tools for installation. This passive mechanical cover includes a modular interchangeable disk system and a dual-position locking hinge to support field adaptation during hunting and precision shooting.

Key Features

Multi-Fit Stretch Sleeve: Flexible rubber collar accommodates riflescope objective bells ranging from 35 mm to 40 mm in outer diameter.
Multi-Position Hinge: Opens silently and positively locks upright at 180 degrees or folds back flat at 270 degrees against the scope body to prevent visual obstruction.
Modular Interchangeable Disk System: Ships with three interchangeable disk inserts:
- Opaque Black Disk: Provides physical lens protection and blocks glare or sunlight.
- Clear Lens Disk: Enables target sighting and rapid shooting directly through the closed cover in rain, dust, or snow.
- Printable Ballistic DOPE Disk: Displays customized elevation and windage holdover charts inside the lid for fast reference.
Passive Mechanical Construction: Requires no batteries (0V) and utilizes corrosion-resistant stainless steel hinge hardware.
Recoil Resistant: Suitable for use across standard rimfire, air rifle, and centerfire magnum rifle platforms.

Product Specifications

Product Type: Riflescope objective lens flip cap
Model / SKU: BCESC40 / ESC40
Compatible Objective Outer Diameter: 35 mm to 40 mm
Lid Open Angles: 180 degrees (vertical stop) and 270 degrees (flat fold)
Included Inserts: 1x Opaque Black Disk, 1x Clear Disk, 1x Printable Ballistic DOPE Disk
Lid Material: High-strength polymer
Sleeve Material: Flexible rubberized stretch polymer
Hinge Hardware: Stainless steel pin and spring components
Power Requirements: None (0V passive mechanical)

Who is the Butler Creek Element Flip Open Objective 40mm for?

Long-range hunters in adverse weather — relies on the Butler Creek Element riflescope objective lens cap with its clear optical disk insert and a 270 degrees lay-flat hinge to sight targets instantly in heavy dust or rain without the cap obstructing the upper sight plane.
Precision rifle shooters — utilizes this riflescope objective lens cap to house customized DOPE and elevation holdover charts inside the lid assembly while securely fitting 35 mm to 40 mm outer diameter scope bells.

Less suitable for: Riflescopes with an outer objective bell diameter smaller than 35 mm or larger than 40 mm; optics falling outside this dimensional threshold require an appropriately sized larger or smaller variant of flexible-sleeve flip-open scope cover.

SKU	BCK39871LP
Model #	BCESC40
Brand	Butler Creek
Shipping Weight	0.3000kg

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