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Bravo Company Manufacturing

BCM Bolt Carrier Group (IonBond/DLC)

Premium BCG with DLC coating for maximum lubricity and corrosion resistance. BCM's flagship carrier.

Quick Specs

Price
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Weight
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Brand
Bravo Company Manufacturing
Category
bcg

Features

  • IonBond DLC finish
  • MPI tested
  • Chrome-lined carrier
  • Enhanced extractor

Compatibility Tags

family: ar-pattern

Overview

Bravo Company Manufacturing's IonBond DLC bolt carrier group represents the company's commitment to duty-grade reliability with premium surface treatment. The carrier is machined to USGI specifications with a chrome-lined interior and features BCM's proprietary IonBond Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating. This advanced coating delivers exceptional hardness (90 Rockwell), ultra-low friction (coefficient of 0.15), and outstanding corrosion resistance that exceeds traditional phosphate and nitride finishes.

The DLC coating's primary advantage is its ability to run smoothly even in adverse conditions with minimal lubrication. The coating resists carbon buildup significantly better than standard finishes, and what carbon does accumulate wipes away easily during cleaning. The chrome-lined carrier interior and heat-treated gas key secured with grade 8 fasteners and proper staking ensure long-term durability under high round counts.

BCM's bolt assembly uses Carpenter No. 158 steel that has been shot peened for increased strength, then subjected to both high pressure testing (HPT) and magnetic particle inspection (MPI). The enhanced extractor provides improved reliability with various ammunition types. This BCG is built to the same specifications as those supplied to military and law enforcement agencies, making it an excellent choice for serious duty use, home defense, or demanding training schedules.

Key Features

  • IonBond DLC coating with 90 Rockwell hardness
  • Ultra-low friction coefficient of 0.15
  • Chrome-lined carrier interior for durability
  • Carpenter 158 steel bolt with shot peening
  • Enhanced extractor for improved reliability
  • HPT and MPI tested for quality assurance
  • Grade 8 fasteners with proper mil-spec staking

Pros

  • +Runs extremely smooth even with minimal lubrication
  • +Exceptional carbon resistance and easy cleaning
  • +Duty-grade reliability proven in professional use
  • +DLC coating will not chip, crack, or peel
  • +Enhanced extractor improves function with varied ammo
  • +Chrome-lined interior adds long-term durability

Cons

  • Premium pricing compared to value-tier options
  • FDE finish version may show wear faster than black
  • Requires matching BCM quality in other components
  • Overkill for casual recreational shooting

Detailed Specifications

boltMaterial
Carpenter 158 steel, shot peened
carrierMaterial
8620 steel
coating
IonBond DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)
carrierInterior
Chrome-lined
gasKey
Heat-treated, grade 8 fasteners, properly staked
mpiTested
Yes
hptTested
Yes
weight
~11.5 oz
profile
M16 full-auto
hardness
90 Rockwell

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