Description
Precision Armament built the HYPERTAP after years spent chasing better muzzle device performance, and this slim 5.56/.223 version is a prime example of that work. The star of the show is the proprietary Hybrid Baffle Design paired with Convergent-Divergent port geometry, which together deliver up to 84% reduction in felt recoil. What makes that number mean something in the real world is how it gets there: the ports are tuned for high efficiency gas flow, so you get serious recoil taming with minimal gas blowback and zero increase in muzzle flash. That combination keeps your eyes on target and your rifle running flat shot after shot.
What Sets the HYPERTAP Slim Apart
The brake runs safe 35-degree baffle angles and generous bore clearance, which keeps blast moving the right direction and gives the bullet plenty of room on its way out. It's machined from high strength 400-series stainless steel and wears a durable Ionbond PVD coating in matte black, so it holds up to heat and abuse without looking rough after a few range trips. At roughly 2.45 inches long and right around 3 ounces, the slim profile keeps weight and bulk down on the end of your barrel.
Dialing In Your HYPERTAP Slim
One of the nicer touches here is the integrated universal timing nut. Instead of fussing with crush washers or guessing at shims, you thread the brake on and time it cleanly, and the design is user tunable so you can bias where gas vents to suit your setup. This brake fits any 5.56 or .223 barrel cut for 1/2×28 threads, and Precision Armament recommends a minimum barrel length of 14.5 inches to get the most out of the design without excess concussion. Two spanner wrenches are included to make the install straightforward.
If you're running a 16-inch carbine or a 14.5-inch build and want to flatten out recoil for faster follow-up shots, the HYPERTAP Slim is a well-engineered answer that doesn't trade flash control to get there.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Precision Armament
- Model: HYPERTAP Slim
- Manufacturer Part Number: A04612
- UPC: 810112080575
- Type: Muzzle Brake
- Caliber: 5.56/.223 (.22 Cal)
- Thread Pattern: 1/2×28
- Material: 400 Series Stainless Steel
- Finish: Matte Black Ionbond PVD
- Recoil Reduction: Up to 84%
- Baffle Angle: 35 Degrees
- Length: 2.45 in
- Weight: Approx. 3 oz
- Minimum Recommended Barrel Length: 14.5 in
What’s Included
- Precision Armament HYPERTAP Slim 5.56/.223 Muzzle Brake
- Integrated universal timing nut
- 2 spanner wrenches
Frequently Asked Questions
What barrels does the HYPERTAP Slim fit?
It's cut for 1/2×28 threads, which is the standard pitch for 5.56 and .223 AR-15 barrels. Precision Armament recommends a minimum barrel length of 14.5 inches to get the full benefit of the design without excess concussion. If your barrel has a 1/2×28 muzzle, it'll thread right on.
Do I need a crush washer to install the HYPERTAP brake?
No crush washer needed. The HYPERTAP uses an integrated universal timing nut, so you thread the brake on and time it cleanly without the guesswork of crush washers or shims. The kit comes with two spanner wrenches to make the job simple.
How much recoil reduction does the HYPERTAP actually deliver?
Precision Armament rates it at up to 84% reduction in felt recoil, thanks to the Hybrid Baffle Design and Convergent-Divergent port geometry. In practice that means a flatter-shooting rifle and faster follow-up shots. It gets there with minimal gas blowback and no increase in muzzle flash.
Is the HYPERTAP brake tunable?
Yes. The design is user tunable, letting you bias where excess gas vents so your sight picture stays clean between shots. Combined with the universal timing nut, you can set it up to run the way you want on your specific build.


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