The Aero Precision EPC 7.7 oz Buffer Kit is designed for the Aero Precision EPC but is a Carbine length buffer tube.
Yes, the Aero Precision EPC 7.7 oz Buffer Kit should work fine with an AR9 with a 16" barrel.
This kit features a mil spec buffer tube which a length of 7.2”.
This buffer tube conforms to mil spec standards.