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This is probably a question that should be directed towards Aimpoint but I am trying to figure out why they went with aluminum. No steel/stainless? — 1 Answer

by Professorz, from FL, United States Asked on November 19, 2025

Name Aimpoint ACRO Pistol Mount Plates (4.9)
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Answered by Aimpoint Inc., Manufacturer from VA, United States, on November 26, 2025

Hello !

Luckily, I work for Aimpoint so I can answer this as best I can. Aluminum is a lighter material than steel as well as softer and easier to machine while maintaining strength and durability. For most adapter plates, screws are made from steel, since they are the tension producing securement for the plate, their more effective made from steel while the plate can be aluminum for lighter overall weight.

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