{"product_id":"ballistic-melonite-gas-tube-carb","title":"Ballistic Advantage Melonite Gas Tube – Carbine Length AR-15","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ballistic Advantage Melonite Gas Tube is a direct replacement for worn or damaged carbine-length gas tubes in AR-15 platform rifles. Gas tubes are critical components that channel propellant gases from the barrel's gas port back to the bolt carrier group, cycling the action. Over time, gas tubes can corrode, develop carbon buildup, or sustain damage during barrel removal. This tube restores reliable function with a durable Melonite finish that resists corrosion and heat better than standard stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured from 304 stainless steel and treated with a salt-bath nitride (Melonite) coating, this gas tube offers superior surface hardness and resistance to erosion from high-temperature gases. Installation requires removal of the handguard and gas block, then alignment and pinning through the gas block—straightforward for anyone familiar with AR-15 maintenance, though a roll pin punch set is necessary. The tube includes a roll pin for securing to the gas block.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Firearms:\u003c\/strong\u003e AR-15 carbine-length gas systems (typically 16\" barrels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melonite (salt-bath nitride)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires handguard and gas block removal, roll pin installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas tube, roll pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ballistic Advantage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47937315897599,"sku":"BAPA100010","price":14.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/0434\/3807\/files\/2856092.jpg?v=1766485823","url":"https:\/\/doublestackstore.com\/products\/ballistic-melonite-gas-tube-carb","provider":"Double Stack Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}