What thread sizes does the Pro-Shot AD8 adapter convert between?

The Pro-Shot AD8 features a #8-32 male thread interface on one end and a #10-32 female thread interface on the other. This allows you to bridge standard centerfire cleaning rods to larger black powder and muzzleloader accessories.

Can I use this adapter with my standard rifle cleaning rod for muzzleloader maintenance?

Yes, this adapter is designed precisely for that purpose. It enables shooters to use their existing favorite #8-32 rifle cleaning rods, such as the Pro-Shot stainless steel cleaning rod range, with dedicated black powder jags, brushes, and patches without needing to purchase a separate muzzleloader rod.

Will the brass construction of the AD8 adapter damage my rifle barrel?

No, the adapter is precision-machined from solid brass. Brass is softer than barrel steel and crown materials, ensuring it will not cause wear or rifling damage during the cleaning stroke.

Are there any specific cleaning rod threads that this adapter will not fit?

Yes, the AD8 is strictly for #8-32 female rods and #10-32 male accessories. For small-bore .17 to .20 calibre rods using #5-40 threads, military-spec #8-36 rods, or shotgun accessories requiring #5/16-27 threads, you will need alternative Pro-Shot adapters like the AD1.

Blackpowder Adaptor - Pro-Shot AD8

The Pro-Shot Blackpowder Adaptor (#8-32 Male to #10-32 Female, MPN: AD8) is a dedicated muzzleloader cleaning rod thread adaptor engineered to bridge the gap between standard rifle cleaning rods and larger black powder maintenance accessories. Machined from solid brass, this compact coupling allows shooters to attach #10-32 male-threaded muzzleloader jags, mops, bore brushes, and ball pullers directly onto standard centerfire and rimfire cleaning rods featuring a #8-32 female interface. The bore-safe brass construction protects barrel rifling and the muzzle crown from wear during cleaning routines.

Key Features

Thread Standard Conversion: Converts a standard #8-32 female rod socket to accept larger #10-32 male black powder tools.
Solid Brass Construction: Precision-machined from brass to prevent steel-on-steel barrel contact and crown damage.
Maintenance Kit Versatility: Eliminates the requirement for dedicated black powder rods by integrating muzzleloader accessories into standard rifle cleaning setups.
Mechanical Simplicity: Lightweight design weighing approximately 15 g to 25 g packaged, functioning without power requirements.

Product Specifications

Brand: Pro-Shot Products
Model / MPN: AD8
Material: Precision-machined solid brass
Male Thread: #8-32 male thread interface
Female Thread: #10-32 female thread interface
Packaged Weight: Approximately 0.038 lb to 0.05 lb (15 g to 25 g)

Who is the Proshot Blackpowder Adaptor #8-32 Male Threads To #10-32 Female for?

Traditional muzzleloader shooters — Converts existing centerfire cleaning rods to accept #10-32 female-threaded black powder attachments like patch pullers, jags, and ball pullers without purchasing a standalone muzzleloader rod.
Muzzleloader hunters — Integrates heavy-duty muzzleloader cleaning components into a standard kit via the precision-machined solid brass #8-32 male to #10-32 female coupling, eliminating redundant rod systems.

Less suitable for: Firearm cleaning setups requiring connections for #5/16-27 threaded shotgun accessories (which require a dedicated shotgun adapter like the AD1), small-bore .17 to .20 calibre rods utilizing #5-40 threads (which require a #5-40 small-bore adapter), or military-spec rods built around #8-36 threads (which require a NATO thread adapter).

SKU	PS41302LP
Model #	AD8
Brand	Pro-Shot
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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