Will the Kleenbore ACC13 adaptor work with my plastic-coated Kleenbore SAF-T-CLAD cleaning rod?

No, the standard ACC13 is engineered specifically for traditional steel sectional rods. If you are using a Kleenbore SAF-T-CLAD plastic-coated rod, you will need the variant model ACC13-SAF to ensure proper fit and prevent damage to the coating.

Can I use this adaptor to attach standard cleaning accessories to a .17 or .20 calibre cleaning rod?

No, the ACC13 is built strictly for .22 to .45 calibre cleaning setups featuring #8-36 female threads. Rods smaller than .22 calibre typically use smaller thread pitches like #5-40, which are incompatible with this adaptor.

What accessories can I attach to my Kleenbore sectional rod once this adaptor is installed?

Once fitted, the #8-36 male thread adapts your rod to accept standard industry #8-32 male accessories. This allows you to seamlessly mount common aftermarket bore brushes, jags, patch holders, and cotton mops such as the Kleenbore A192 for .44 and .45 calibre handguns.

How durable is the ACC13 adaptor when used with aggressive gun cleaning solvents in outback field conditions?

The ACC13 is manufactured from robust black oxide carbon steel designed to resist stripping and withstand harsh gun cleaning solvents. Its solid metal construction ensures it performs reliably through repeated maintenance cycles in remote bush environments without requiring any electrical or special maintenance.

Rod Thread Adaptor - KleenBore ACC13

The KleenBore Rod Accessory Adaptor #8-36 Male to #8-32 Female Thread (MPN: ACC13) converts non-standard firearm cleaning rod connections to accept industry-standard components. Engineered for .22 to .45 calibre KleenBore sectional steel rifle and handgun rods, this mechanical adaptor features a #8-36 male thread on one end and a standard #8-32 female thread on the other. Constructed from durable black oxide carbon steel in the USA, it provides a solvent-resistant, non-stripping interface that allows shooters to attach standard bore brushes, jags, mops, and patch holders without replacing their existing cleaning rods.

Thread Conversion: Converts proprietary #8-36 female cleaning rod ends into standard #8-32 female receivers to accept standard aftermarket cleaning tools.
Accessory Compatibility: Connects standard #8-32 threaded bronze brushes, nylon brushes, cotton mops, jags, and patch holders to sectional rods.
Durable Construction: Machined from black oxide carbon steel to resist wear, thread stripping, and firearm cleaning solvents.
Mechanical Operation: Fully passive, manual cleaning rod adaptor requiring no power or complex setup.

Specifications

Product: KleenBore Rod Accessory Adaptor
Model / MPN: ACC13 (KBACC13)
Male Thread Interface: #8-36 male
Female Thread Interface: #8-32 female
Calibre Compatibility: .22 to .45 calibre sectional steel rods
Material: Black oxide carbon steel
Country of Origin: Made in the USA

Who is the Kleenbore Rod Accessory Adaptor #8-36 Male To #8-32 Female Thread for?

Shooters maintaining .22 to .45 calibre rifles and pistols — Bridges proprietary #8-36 female steel cleaning rod ends on .22 to .45 calibre kits to accept standard maintenance attachments.
Hunters and firearm owners using standard aftermarket bore brushes and jags — Converts cleaning rod tips to an industry-standard #8-32 female thread, allowing the use of widely available bronze brushes, jags, and mops.

Less suitable for: Firearm cleaning setups smaller than .22 calibre that require smaller #5-40 thread adaptors, shotgun cleaning kits requiring wider #5/16-27 thread adaptors, or SAF-T-CLAD plastic-coated cleaning rods requiring a dedicated coated-rod adaptor variant.

SKU	KLB40992LP
Model #	ACC13
Brand	Kleenbore
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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