Description
Anyone who has run a short barrel .30 caliber build knows the deal. That short pipe throws a wall of concussion straight back at you and everyone standing nearby, and it gets old fast. The Midwest Industries MI Blast Can tackles that head on by redirecting the muzzle blast forward and away from your face, so range sessions feel a lot more civilized for you and the folks shooting next to you.
This one is built for 5/8-24 threaded barrels in .30 caliber, which covers a big chunk of AR-10 pattern rifles, 7.62×39 builds, and pistols running that thread pitch. It measures 3.375 inches long with a 1.2 inch outside diameter and tips the scale at just 3.2 ounces, so it adds presence without weighing down the front end.
What the MI Blast Can Actually Does
Worth being straight about: a blast can is a diverter, not a comp or a brake. It sends the blast, noise, and concussion downrange rather than out to the sides or back at you, but it will not reduce recoil or tame muzzle flash. If a quieter, more comfortable shooting position is what you are after, especially on a stubby barrel, this is exactly the tool. If you want recoil reduction, that is a different muzzle device entirely.
Built to Last
Midwest Industries machines the Blast Can from 6061 aluminum and finishes it with a hardcoat anodized coating, so it holds up to heat and range abuse without looking beat up. It is made in the USA and backed by a lifetime warranty, which tells you where they stand on it. Users consistently mention the clean machining, sharp finish, and how easy it is to spin on and get running.
Installation is about as simple as muzzle devices get. A new crush washer comes in the box, so you thread it on, time it, torque it down, and you are done. It is a solid way to add a purposeful look to a .30 caliber build while making the shooting experience noticeably more pleasant.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Midwest Industries
- Model: Blast Can
- Manufacturer Part Number: MI-BC762
- UPC: 816537012061
- Product Type: Blast Diverter
- Caliber: .30 Caliber
- Thread Pitch: 5/8-24
- Material: 6061 Aluminum
- Finish: Black Hardcoat Anodized
- Overall Length: 3.375 in
- Outside Diameter: 1.2 in
- Weight: 3.2 oz
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
- Warranty: Lifetime
What’s Included
- Midwest Industries MI Blast Can (.30 Caliber, 5/8-24)
- New crush washer
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MI Blast Can reduce recoil or muzzle flash?
No, this is a blast diverter, not a compensator or muzzle brake. Its job is to redirect the concussion, noise, and blast forward and away from you and anyone standing nearby. It does not reduce recoil or cut down on muzzle flash, so pick a different device if that is your goal.
What rifles and calibers does this Blast Can fit?
It is threaded 5/8-24 and sized for .30 caliber, which covers a lot of AR-10 pattern rifles, 7.62×39 builds, and pistols using that thread pitch. Just confirm your barrel is threaded 5/8-24 before ordering. The bore is sized for .30 caliber projectiles.
Is a crush washer included with the MI Blast Can?
Yes, a new crush washer ships in the box, so you have what you need to install it right away. You thread it on, time it to your preferred clocking, and torque it down. Most people find it goes on without any hassle.
What is the Midwest Industries Blast Can made from?
It is machined from 6061 aluminum and finished with a hardcoat anodized coating, so it handles heat and range wear while keeping its looks. It is made in the USA and carries a lifetime warranty. That combination keeps the weight low at just 3.2 ounces while staying durable.






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