Help CenterCompatibility with AR-15 safety selectors can vary due to the lack of a standardized specification for these components.
Understanding Safety Selector Variability:
- No Standard Specification:
- Unlike many other AR-15 components, safety selectors are not part of the official M16/M4 Technical Data Package.
- This means manufacturers often produce selectors with varying dimensions and tolerances.
- Mil-Spec Compatibility:
- If a safety selector manufacturer adheres to the SEMI and SAFE dimensions of a Mil-Spec fire control selector, compatibility with the AR Gold trigger is generally excellent.
- Tolerance Variations:
- We design the AR Gold trigger to accommodate a wide range of tolerances. However, significant deviations in safety selector dimensions or out-of-spec lower receiver holes can necessitate minor fitting.
Potential Fitting Requirements:
- Large Deviations:
- If a safety selector exhibits substantial dimensional differences from Mil-Spec standards, or if the lower receiver's safety selector holes are significantly out of specification, slight fitting may be required.
- Gunsmith Installation Notes:
- For detailed information on potential fitting procedures, please refer to our Gunsmith Installation Notes.
Key Takeaways:
- AR-15 safety selector dimensions are not standardized.
- Mil-Spec compliant safety selectors generally work well with the AR Gold trigger.
- Significant dimensional deviations may require minor fitting.
- Consult the gunsmith installation notes.
Recommendation:
While most quality safety selectors will function, please be aware that due to the lack of standardization, there is a possibility that minor fitting could be required. If you are not comfortable performing this fitting, please consult a qualified gunsmith.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our support team.