Suppressor Testing
TiON follows stringent testing standards and procedures outlined in Alan C. Paulson’s book Silencer: History and Performance, Volume 1: Sporting and Tactical Silencers, Chapter 5.
This protocol positions the measuring meter 1.0m to the left of muzzle 90 degrees to the bore axis. Testing height is 1.6m above a non-reflective surface with no reflecting surfaces positioned near by. 10 rounds are fired and averaged to determine performance. Atmospheric conditions are recorded each time.
Equipment Used:
- B&K 2209 meter
- B&K type 4136 ¼” microphone
- B&K type 4220 pistonphone
Many factors can impact the performance of a suppressor including (partial list):
Major Impacts:
- Host weapon
- Barrel length
- Ammunition
Minor Impacts:
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Local atmospheric pressure
- Wind direction & velocity
