Dead Air Wolverine Deadair Wv205 Wolverine Insert 1/2-28

The Dead Air Wolverine WV205 suppressor insert is a 1/2-28 thread adapter designed for centerfire rifles chambered in .223, 5.56mm, and similar intermediate cartridges. If you own an AR-15, modern sporting rifle, or any .223/5.56mm platform and want to add a Wolverine suppressor to your setup, this insert is what you need to bridge the gap between your barrel's thread pitch and Dead Air's modular suppressor system. It transforms the Wolverine into a dedicated solution for your tactical or hunting rifle.

Dead Air's insert system is built on the idea that one suppressor platform shouldn't lock you into one rifle. By swapping inserts and collars, you can move your Wolverine between different firearms—AKs, HK rifles, precision bolt guns, even legacy platforms like the RPD or Galil. The WV205 is one of the most common configurations in that lineup because 1/2-28 is standard on the vast majority of American-made .223/5.56mm rifles and AR-pattern builds. Whether you're running factory equipment or a custom upper, this adapter lets you mount quickly and securely.

Installation is straightforward: the insert threads into the Wolverine body using the matching M14 collar. No gunsmithing required. The design keeps suppressor length and weight minimal while maintaining the modular flexibility Dead Air is known for. This is the insert alone—you'll be pairing it with a Wolverine suppressor body you already own or are acquiring separately.

Key Features

• 1/2-28 thread pitch—standard on .223/5.56mm rifles and AR-15 platforms
• Works with M14 collar for secure, indexed installation
• Enables use of a single Wolverine suppressor across multiple firearms via insert swaps
• Compatible with factory and custom-built centerfire rifles in .223 and 5.56mm

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this insert work on my AR-15 or .223 rifle?

Yes—1/2-28 is the standard thread pitch for nearly all .223/5.56mm rifles and AR-pattern uppers manufactured in the United States, whether factory or custom-built. If your barrel is threaded 1/2-28, this insert will fit.

What do I need to install this insert on my Wolverine suppressor?

You'll need the M14 collar that corresponds to this insert. The insert threads into the Wolverine body using that collar to index and secure it in place.

Can I use one Wolverine suppressor on multiple rifles by swapping inserts?

Yes. That's the core design philosophy of the Wolverine platform. By purchasing different inserts (and their matching collars where required) and swapping them out, you can move a single Wolverine suppressor between rifles with different thread pitches—such as AKs, precision .308 rifles, or other platforms. The WV205 is the .223/5.56mm configuration.

Is this insert compatible with AK-pattern rifles or other platforms?

No. The WV205 is specifically designed for 1/2-28 right-hand threaded barrels common to .223/5.56mm rifles. Dead Air offers different inserts for AK platforms (14x1mm LH, 24x1.5mm RH, and others), Czech VZ.58 rifles, .308 rifles, and other systems, but you would need the appropriate insert and collar for those applications.