Description
The True Precision S-Type Micro Compensator is built for folks running a 1/2×28 threaded pistol who want to knock down muzzle flip without bolting a giant device onto the end of their gun. It measures right around .787 inches long with an outside diameter tapering from .745 down to .650 at the barrel end, so it stays low-profile and carry-friendly instead of adding a bunch of length up front. It's cut for 9mm and works with .380 ACP as well, making it a flexible upgrade for a lot of common threaded barrels.
How the S-Type Micro Compensator Handles Gas
The magic here is the porting. The S-Type uses three slotted 90-degree ports paired with a tapered front crown that redirects propellant gas up and away from the muzzle. That combination pushes the front of the gun down as it recoils, which flattens muzzle rise and cuts felt recoil so your sights settle back on target quicker. If you shoot fast splits or just want a smoother, more controlled feel, that's exactly what this little comp is chasing.
Build Quality on the Micro Compensator
This one is machined from solid stainless bar stock and wears a black nitride finish that resists wear and gives it a clean, understated matte look. It's designed, assembled, and machined in the USA, and True Precision backs their parts with a limited lifetime warranty against defects. The black nitride also pairs nicely with a blacked-out slide or threaded barrel if you're building out a cohesive setup.
Getting the Micro Compensator On Your Pistol
Installation is refreshingly simple. It ships with a tension lock O-ring that lets you snug it down hand-tight and keeps it from backing off under recoil, so no special tools are required to get running. It was built with True Precision barrels in mind but fits most 9mm and .380 pistols wearing 1/2×28 threads. Keep in mind that adding a comp can change how your pistol cycles, so a little tuning with your recoil spring or ammo may help it run its best.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: True Precision
- Model: Micro Compensator (S-Type)
- MPN: TPSMICROBL
- UPC: 719104540717
- Caliber: 9mm / .380 ACP
- Thread Pattern: 1/2"x28
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Black Nitride
- Color: Black
- Port Design: Three slotted 90-degree ports with tapered front crown
- Overall Length: 0.787 in
- Outside Diameter: 0.745 in tapering to 0.650 in
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
What’s Included
- True Precision S-Type Micro Compensator
- Tension lock O-ring
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Micro Compensator fit my pistol?
It fits most 9mm and .380 ACP pistols with a 1/2×28 thread pitch. It was designed specifically around True Precision barrels but works with a wide range of common threaded barrels. Just confirm your barrel is threaded 1/2×28 before ordering.
Do I need a gunsmith to install the S-Type Micro Compensator?
No, installation is straightforward. It comes with a tension lock O-ring that lets you thread it on hand-tight and keeps it from backing off under recoil, so no special tools are needed. Many people set it up themselves in a few minutes.
Does adding this compensator change how my pistol runs?
It can. Compensators redirect gas and can affect the timing of how the slide cycles, so you may want to experiment with your recoil spring, lubrication, or ammunition to get everything running smoothly. It's a common adjustment when adding any comp to a pistol.
What is the Micro Compensator made of and how durable is it?
It's machined from solid stainless steel bar stock and finished in black nitride for wear and corrosion resistance. It's designed, assembled, and machined in the USA, and True Precision backs it with a limited lifetime warranty against defects.



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