Apr 28, 2026

US12613073 - Apparatus, methods, and system for retarding heat dissipating from the barrel of a firearm

A heat retardant system for covering a barrel of a firearm is disclosed. The system comprises a tubular sleeve with innermost and outermost layers, first and second end portions each having an opening, and a fastener for securing the sleeve to the firearm. The tubular sleeve spans substantially the entire barrel, enhancing heat management. The innermost layer comprises a heat tolerant material that forms a retardant channel enveloping the barrel. Additional features include a first section on the outermost layer covering portions of the inner layer, vents for improved heat dissipation, and a rigid stabilizer to maintain the sleeve's upright position. An elastic cord fastener and a unique configuration with a cutout facilitate attachment to firearm components. This system is adaptable for various firearm designs, significantly improving heat management while maintaining barrel accessibility and safety during use.

Inventors: Eric Popovic, Dwight Popovic
Filing date: 2024-05-02

firearmheatmanagementbarrelaccessory

The patent describes a heat retardant system for firearm barrels, featuring a tubular sleeve with multiple layers designed to enhance heat management while maintaining accessibility and safety. This adaptable system includes a heat tolerant innermost layer, vents for improved heat dissipation, and a fastener for secure attachment to various firearm designs.

Claim 1

1 . A heat retardant system for covering a barrel of a firearm, the heat retardant system comprising: a tubular sleeve comprising a first end portion and a second end portion; an innermost layer of the tubular sleeve, wherein the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve comprises a heat tolerant material defining a retardant channel extending through the tubular sleeve configured to substantially cover the barrel of the firearm; an outermost layer the tubular sleeve attached to the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve; a first opening at the first end portion of the tubular sleeve; a second opening at the second end portion of the tubular sleeve; and a fastener attached to opposing sides of the first end portion of the tubular sleeve; a first section on the outermost layer of the tubular sleeve proximate to each of the first end portion and the second end portion, wherein the first section is defined by the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve wrapping about a perimeter of each respective end portion and covering at least a portion of the outermost layer; wherein the tubular sleeve is configured to span substantially all the barrel of the firearm; wherein the fastener is configured to secure the tubular sleeve to a rearward portion of the firearm. a tubular sleeve comprising a first end portion and a second end portion; an innermost layer of the tubular sleeve, wherein the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve comprises a heat tolerant material defining a retardant channel extending through the tubular sleeve configured to substantially cover the barrel of the firearm; an outermost layer the tubular sleeve attached to the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve; a first opening at the first end portion of the tubular sleeve; a second opening at the second end portion of the tubular sleeve; and a fastener attached to opposing sides of the first end portion of the tubular sleeve; a first section on the outermost layer of the tubular sleeve proximate to each of the first end portion and the second end portion, wherein the first section is defined by the innermost layer of the tubular sleeve wrapping about a perimeter of each respective end portion and covering at least a portion of the outermost layer; wherein the tubular sleeve is configured to span substantially all the barrel of the firearm; wherein the fastener is configured to secure the tubular sleeve to a rearward portion of the firearm.

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