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Active Safety Designs

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Active Safety Designs manufactures cutting-edge trigger and selector systems for modern firearms. Their flagship product is the ARC-Fire—an ambidextrous selector trigger featuring patent-pending Active Reset Clutch (ARC) technology. Unlike traditional triggers, the ARC-Fire forces the trigger to res...

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Active Safety Designs manufactures cutting-edge trigger and selector systems for modern firearms. Their flagship product is the ARC-Fire—an ambidextrous selector trigger featuring patent-pending Active Reset Clutch (ARC) technology. Unlike traditional triggers, the ARC-Fire forces the trigger to reset immediately after each shot, enabling rapid, precise follow-up shots at one round per trigger action.

The ARC-Fire supports over 10 platforms, with more in development:

  • AR-15 Platform: .223/5.56, 300BO, 9mm, 10mm, .45, .40
  • MP5 Platform: AR-based MP5 lowers (Leber V2 support coming)
  • G3/91 Platform: Full compatibility
  • JAKL-15 & JAKL-10: .223/5.56, 300BO, .308 variants
  • MCX/MPX: 9mm, .223/5.56, 300BO, 7.62x39, .277, .308
  • Dissent: .223/5.56, 300BO, 9mm, .45, 5.7, .308, 8.6BLK
  • Stribog, Kuna, UMP, GHM9: Specialized lower kits available
  • Upcoming: BRN-180, SCAR, APC9, APC45

Upcoming platforms are in final testing and include custom slip trip kits where needed.

  • Three-Position Selector: Safe, Semi, and ARC modes give shooters full control over rate of fire.
  • Fully Ambidextrous: Both right- and left-handed shooters get intuitive, fast access.
  • Material Specifications:
  • M2 tool steel ARC Cam with DLC coating
  • M2 tool steel ARC Lever with DLC coating
  • M2 tool steel ARC Detent Bar with DLC coating
  • 4140 steel Primary Selector (Black Oxide)
  • 4140 steel Ambi Selector (Black Oxide)
  • Price: $249.99 (includes pre-cut trigger and standard safety detent)

Currently catching up on batch orders through 1/13, then switching to same-day shipping.

AS Designs manufactures the industry-leading Super Safety kit—a precision semi-auto trigger system for AR-platform firearms. Available in two material grades:

  • Highest Quality Tool Steel Option:
  • CPM-10V tool steel cam (Heat Treated) with Certess® Carbon DLC coating
  • CPM-3V tool steel lever (Heat Treated) with DLC coating
  • Includes pre-cut trigger, rounded safety detent, and PLA Pro centering block
  • Bulk pricing: Buy 2 for $5 off, 3-4 for $10 off, 5-9 for $20 off, 10+ for $35 off

Budget-friendly option with 4140 steel construction and Black Oxide finish.

  • MP5 Compatibility Note: Super Safety systems require AR FCG-compatible MP5 lowers (available from SkoPrints, Polymer Pew, Lee Sporting). AS Designs manufactures proprietary machined MP5 lowers specifically optimized for Super Safety performance.
  • CPM-10V SS Cam - Black: $104.99
  • CPM-10V SS Cam + Lever - Black: $124.99
  • CPM-3V SS Lever (3-Pack): $39.99
  • Precut Trigger for SS - Curved: $24.99
  • Centering Block for SS (10-pack): $9.99
  • Rounded Detent for SS (5-Pack): $9.99

All SS products follow Hoffman Tactical design specifications. Visit hoffmantactical.com to support their R&D.

ProductPrice
ARC-Fire - Mil-Spec Selectors$30.00
Lever Blocker$9.99
KNS Safety Detent (5-pack)$9.99
  • Trigger Compatibility: Most mil-spec triggers, Geissele SSA-E/SSA-E X/SSA-X/SD-E/SD3G, ALG, Defense QMS, Defense ACT, BCM PNT, PSA EPT, Aero Precision, CMMG, Anderson Stainless (cut hammer version).
  • Known Incompatible: LaRue Tactical MBT-2S, CMC Single Stage Flat/Curved, Rise Armament RA-140.

AS Designs manufactures proprietary products and also stocks: - Geissele: SSA-E, SSA-X, SD-E, SD3G triggers - KNS Precision: Safety detents and components

  • Updated 1/26:

ARC-Fire orders are caught up; all backorders shipped. Resume same-day shipping.

  • Lower Receiver Estimates:
  • 1/26-1/30: SP5 w/ ARC markings through 25,000, PTR MP5 through 30,000, SP5 K through 32,000 (excludes DD grip/G2S/SD-E)
  • 2/1-2/14: All lowers up to 33,400 including DD and G2S variants
  • Known Delays:
  • DD grip orders resume 1/27 (waiting on more grips)
  • G3 (PTR Full Size) abandoned; customers offered ARHK System (not available for preorder)
  • SD-E and G2S triggers: more expected 2/1
  • Free Shipping: All orders ship free. Response time currently 5+ business days due to volume—check shipping estimates and production status pages before emailing.
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CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, HI, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NV, NY, OR, RI

All products recommended for installation by qualified gunsmiths. Warranty policy, troubleshooting guides, installation videos, and FAQ available on site.