What thread sizes does the Kleenbore ACC23 adaptor convert?

The Kleenbore ACC23 features a male thread interface of standard #8-32 to fit rifle and handgun cleaning rods, and a female thread interface of American standard shotgun #5/16-27. This allows you to bridge your standard rifle cleaning gear to accept American standard shotgun brushes, mops, and jags. It is constructed from precision-machined solid brass and weighs approximately 0.2 ounces.

Will this brass adaptor fit my European-threaded shotgun accessories or small-bore rimfire rods?

No, the ACC23 is strictly engineered for American thread standards. It will not fit European-thread shotgun accessories using metric M5 or British 9/32-26 threads without dedicated metric adaptors, nor will it fit small-bore rimfire rods using #5-40 threading on .17 and .20 calibre rods without additional step-down adaptors.

Is the Kleenbore ACC23 suitable for multi-day field trips in the Australian bush?

Yes, weighing only about 5.7 grams and measuring roughly 4.9 inches in packaged length, this compact solid brass adaptor is ideal for hunters carrying a single multi-calibre cleaning kit in the field. Its corrosion-resistant brass construction is softer than firearm steel barrels to prevent scratching, and it features external finger grooves on the collar for quick, tool-free hand tightening even when handling gun oils.

Does this cleaning accessory require any electrical compliance or special maintenance in Australia?

As a purely mechanical, non-powered firearm maintenance accessory, the ACC23 does not require 240V mains power, an Australian electrical plug, or SAA/RCM regulatory approvals. Solid brass remains stable across standard environmental conditions, though you should avoid over-torquing with hand tools to prevent stripping the threads.

Shotgun Rod Adaptor - Kleenbore ACC23

The Kleenbore Brass Shotgun Adaptor #8-32 To #5-16/27 (Model ACC23) is a precision-machined cleaning rod adaptor designed to bridge rifle and shotgun maintenance setups. It converts any standard #8-32 male-threaded cleaning rod or pull-through cable—commonly used for .22 to .45 calibre firearms—to an American Standard #5/16-27 female shotgun thread interface. Constructed from solid brass, the adaptor is softer than firearm barrel steel to prevent bore scratching or rifling wear during cleaning strokes. Weighing approximately 0.2 oz (~5.7 g), it features external knurled finger grooves around the collar for tool-free hand tightening and removal even when handling cleaning solvents or gun oils.

Key Features

Cross-Platform Compatibility: Converts standard male #8-32 rifle rod threads into a female #5/16-27 receiver, allowing standard rifle rods to run shotgun-bore accessories.
Broad Shotgun Attachment Range: Accepts standard American-threaded #5/16-27 brushes, bore mops, slotted patch holders, and jags across 10, 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 bore sizes.
Barrel-Safe Solid Brass: Machined from solid brass to deliver corrosion resistance while remaining softer than steel barrels to prevent bore rifling damage.
Knurled Grip Profile: Textured collar grooves allow firm, tool-free manual tightening and quick attachment changes without slippage.

Product Specifications

Brand: Kleenbore
Model / MPN: ACC23
Material: Precision-machined solid brass
Male Thread Interface: Standard #8-32
Female Thread Interface: American Standard Shotgun #5/16-27
Weight: Approximately 0.2 oz (~5.7 g)
Packaged Dimensions: Approximately 4.9 x 1.95 x 0.65 in (124.5 x 49.5 x 16.5 mm)
Power Requirements: None (passive mechanical accessory)

Who is the Kleenbore Brass Shotgun Adaptor #8-32 To #5-16/27 for?

Australian shooters maintaining both rifles and shotguns — adapts standard male #8-32 rifle rods to female #5/16-27 shotgun accessories, enabling owners of combined armouries to clean 10-gauge through .410-bore barrels without purchasing dedicated shotgun rod sets.
Hunters carrying single multi-calibre cleaning kits in the field — adds only 0.2 oz (~5.7 g) of pack weight to convert a single #8-32 threaded field rod or cable into a multi-calibre system capable of driving American standard #5/16-27 shotgun brushes and mops.

Less suitable for: Small-bore rimfire rods using #5-40 threads on .17 and .20 calibre rods, or European-threaded shotgun accessories using metric M5 or British 9/32"-26 threads; these setups require dedicated step-down rimfire adaptors or metric European shotgun thread converters.

SKU	KLB40995LP
Model #	ACC23
Brand	Kleenbore
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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