Elevate Your Tactical Illumination: The Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST for Surefire Pressure Pads

In the dynamic world of tactical operations, personal defense, and competitive shooting, precise control over your weapon-mounted illumination is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. Fumbling with loose wires or an unsecure pressure pad can compromise your situational awareness, slow down your reaction time, and even lead to critical errors. This is where specialized accessories like the Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST become indispensable.

Designed specifically to integrate your Surefire ST-type pressure switch seamlessly with M-LOK compatible rail systems, this mount transforms an often cumbersome component into a streamlined, intuitive part of your firearm setup. It's more than just a piece of plastic; it's a meticulously engineered solution that enhances ergonomics, improves cable management, and secures your weapon light activation, ensuring reliability when it matters most.

Why a Dedicated Pressure Switch Mount is Essential for Your Weapon Light System

For anyone running a weapon-mounted light, especially those utilizing remote pressure activation, the challenge of managing the tape switch and its associated cabling is a familiar one. Simply taping or zip-tying the switch to your rail can lead to several problems:

• Inconsistent Activation: The switch might shift, making consistent activation difficult or requiring an awkward grip.
• Cable Snags: Loose wires are prone to snagging on gear, vegetation, or obstacles, potentially damaging the cable or interfering with weapon manipulation.
• Poor Ergonomics: An ill-placed switch can force an uncomfortable or unnatural grip, leading to fatigue and reduced control.
• Lack of Durability: Improvised mounting solutions offer little protection for the delicate pressure pad and wiring against impacts or environmental stressors.

The Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST directly addresses these issues, providing a robust, low-profile, and ergonomically superior housing for your Surefire pressure switch. It ensures your light activation is always exactly where you need it, ready for instant, reliable use.

The Magpul Advantage: Key Features and Design Excellence

Magpul is renowned for its innovative and rugged firearm accessories, and the Tape Switch Mount – ST is no exception. It embodies the brand's commitment to practical design and uncompromising durability.

• Optimized for Surefire ST Pressure Pads: This mount is precision-engineered to provide a perfect, secure fit for Surefire ST-type pressure switches, including the popular Surefire SR07 and ST07 models often paired with Surefire Scout Light series weapon lights. This dedicated compatibility ensures a snug fit, preventing movement and ensuring consistent activation.
• M-LOK Compatibility: The mount seamlessly integrates with any M-LOK modular mounting system. M-LOK's direct attachment method provides a strong, lightweight, and low-profile solution, reducing bulk compared to traditional Picatinny rail adapters. The included M-LOK hardware ensures a rock-solid attachment to your handguard or rail.
• Low-Profile Design: One of the most significant benefits of this mount is its minimalist footprint. It hugs the rail closely, minimizing snag points and maintaining the sleek profile of your firearm. This is crucial for maintaining a comfortable grip and preventing interference with other accessories or sling points.
• Rugged Polymer Construction: Crafted from Magpul's proprietary high-strength polymer, the mount is designed to withstand the harsh realities of tactical use. It resists impact, extreme temperatures, and common gun solvents, ensuring long-term reliability even in demanding environments. This material choice also contributes to the mount's incredibly lightweight nature, adding minimal bulk to your setup.
• Integrated Cable Management Channels: Thoughtful design extends to integrated channels that allow for neat and secure routing of the pressure pad's excess cable. This prevents loose wires from becoming snag hazards or interfering with weapon manipulation, contributing to a cleaner and safer overall setup.
• Enhanced Ergonomics: By providing a dedicated, secure home for your pressure switch, the mount allows you to place it exactly where your support hand naturally falls. This leads to more intuitive and faster light activation without breaking your grip, a critical factor in high-stress situations.

Who Needs the Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST?

This specialized mount is an invaluable upgrade for a wide range of firearm users:

• Tactical Professionals: Law enforcement, military personnel, and private security contractors relying on weapon lights for low-light engagements will appreciate the enhanced reliability, cable management, and ergonomic advantages. Consistent and immediate light activation can be a matter of life or death.
• Home Defense Enthusiasts: For those who equip their home defense firearms with lights, this mount ensures that in a high-stress, low-light scenario, activating your light is simple, fast, and foolproof, allowing you to quickly identify threats.
• Competitive Shooters: Practical shooting disciplines like 3-Gun often require precise weapon manipulation and fast transitions. A securely mounted, easily accessible light switch can be beneficial for specific stages or conditions.
• Hunters: When hunting in low-light conditions or performing pest control, a reliable weapon light controlled by a secure switch helps with target acquisition and ethical shot placement.
• Firearm Enthusiasts & Builders: Anyone looking to optimize their AR-15, shotgun, or other M-LOK compatible firearm with a Surefire remote pressure switch will find this mount to be a significant quality-of-life improvement.

Seamless Integration: Installation and User Experience

Installing the Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST is straightforward, requiring only basic tools (typically an Allen wrench) and a few minutes of your time. The M-LOK system's modularity allows for flexible placement along your handguard, enabling you to position the pressure pad precisely where it's most comfortable and intuitive for your specific grip and shooting style.

Once installed, the difference is immediate. The pressure pad feels integrated with the firearm, not just attached to it. The low profile ensures it doesn't add unnecessary bulk, and the secure fit means no more wobbly switches or tangled wires. This translates directly into improved weapon control, faster reaction times, and increased confidence in your equipment. Imagine being able to activate your light instinctively, without having to search for a loose switch or adjust your grip. That's the advantage this mount provides.

The Magpul Promise: Durability, Performance, and Trust

Magpul's reputation is built on delivering high-performance, durable, and user-friendly accessories. The Tape Switch Mount – ST (UPC: 840815100270) lives up to this legacy. It's not just an accessory; it's an enhancement that contributes to the overall reliability and effectiveness of your weapon system. When you choose Magpul, you're investing in a product that has been rigorously tested and engineered for demanding applications, ensuring it will perform when you need it most.

For optimal tactical illumination control and superior cable management on your M-LOK compatible firearm, the Magpul Tape Switch Mount – ST is an essential upgrade. These products are all available at DEGuns, ensuring you receive genuine Magpul quality and dedicated customer service for your tactical needs.

Product Specifications

Feature	Description
Brand	Magpul
Item	Tape Switch Mount Plate
Compatible With	Surefire ST-type Pressure Pads (e.g., SR07, ST07)
Mount System	M-LOK
Material	High-Strength Polymer
Color	Black
UPC	840815100270
SKU	MAG617-BLK
Primary Purpose	Securely mounts Surefire pressure pads, manages cables
Benefits	Enhanced ergonomics, reliable activation, low profile