ZFH1500 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 remain solid when the gun barrel gets hot?
A: Yes, tens of thousands of units in service and extensive testing have proven that the Elzetta ZFH1500 will withstand extreme abuse and hot barrel temperatures.
Q: What flashlights will work with Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount?
A: Every Elzetta ZFH1500 comes with Sizing Adapters, giving the Flashlight Holder the ability to mount flashlights from 0.7 to 1.1 inches in diameter (18 to 27 mm). This includes flashlights from popular manufacturers such as InForce®, Streamlight®, Pelican®, Laser Devices®, SureFire®, and of course, Elzetta Flashlights. (Sizing Adapters are not required when using an Elzetta Flashlight or other 1-inch Light.)
Q: What advantage does the Quick-Release Thumb Screw offer?
A: The Quick-Release Thumb Screw allows flashlights to be installed and removed rapidly and without tools. It also provides a more robust clamping mechanism while retaining the nut on the device. The Thumb Screw Model is highly recommended.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount fit rifles equipped with a bayonet lug?
A: Yes, the ZFH1500 is designed to fit around the standard bayonet lug found on AR15, M4, and M16 rifles. It will also fit post-ban front sight bases without a bayonet lug.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount work with a side-mounted front sling swivel?
A: An M4-style front sight base (FSB) mounted sling swivel, such as found on Colt 6920 carbine, must be removed to attach an Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount. For those wanting a side-mounted FSB sling swivel with the Elzetta ZFH1500, the ZSS1500 QD Side Sling Kit provides a quick-detach heavy duty sling swivel that may be attached to either side of the Elzetta ZFH1500.
Q: From what material is the ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount made?
A: The Elzetta ZFH1500 is made from an advanced glass-filled polymer.
Q: What are the advantages of this material?
A: This glass-filled polymer provides outstanding durability, impact resistance, scratch resistance and light weight. It also withstands high temperatures, vibration, and most chemicals.
Q: How much does the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount weigh?
A: The ZFH1500 with hardware weighs only 2.8 oz (79 g).
Q: Is there a way to mount an additional accessory to the ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount?
A: Yes. While no rails are required to attach the Elzetta ZFH1500 to the weapon, with the Elzetta ZPR1500 kit, other rail-mounted accessories (such as sub-compact lasers) may be attached to the side of the Flashlight Mount. (Elzetta ZPR1500 sold separately.)
Q: Will attaching a sling on the front sling swivel interfere with the use of the ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount?
A: No, Elzetta designed the ZFH1500 to work in various configurations. When the flashlight is mounted rearward (with the tailcap exposed), the sling swivel (with or without a sling attached) will activate the push-button switch of the flashlight. When the flashlight is mounted with the tailcap recessed into the ZFH1500 body, the push-button switch is protected from the sling swivel while the tailcap of the flashlight is still accessible through the skeleton hole in the ZFH1500 body.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount work with the Magpul MOE Handguard?
A: Yes, the Elzetta ZFH1500 fits perfectly with the standard Magpul MOE Handguards. It does not fit SL models.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount work with the Magpul AVG and AVG2 Angled Vertical Grips?
A: Yes, the Elzetta ZFH1500 works exceptionally well with the Magpul AVG and AVG2, providing ambidextrous operation without sacrificing recoil management.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount work with my barrel?
A: Yes, the ZFH1500 will work on any AR15, M4, or M16 with a standard A2 front sight base (FSB) regardless of barrel diameter or profile. This includes M4, government, pencil, lightweight, and heavy barrel (HBAR) profiles.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 fit a Ruger AR556?
A: No, the Ruger AR556 does not have a standard A2 front sight base and is therefore not compatible.
Q: Will my AR15 fit in its storage case and vehicle rack when fitted with an Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount?
A: Yes, the ZFH1500’s center line mounting position preserves the slim profile of the AR15 rifle, allowing storage in most gun cases and vehicle racks
Q: Will the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount fit an Airsoft gun?
A: Yes, the ZFH1500 is a flashlight holder that will fit many Airsoft AR15/M4 replica rifles. Some may require minor modification as the replica front sight base (FSB) may not be exactly to spec.
Q: Where is the Elzetta ZFH1500 Tactical Flashlight Mount made?
A: All Elzetta products, including the ZFH1500, are designed, engineered, and manufactured in Kentucky, USA, using American materials, tooling, and labor.
Q: Will the ZSM or ZFH1500 mount to the firearm barrel only?
A: No, this will not work as the mount will not be locked in position properly and will continuously spin.
Q: Will the ZFH1500 for AR 15 work with light model X, Y, or Z?
A: It is intended for cylindrical lights only with a 1-inch diameter body and tailcap. If the tailcap is larger than this or if there is an obstruction on the body itself such as mounting lugs it will not fit or work properly.
Q: Does the ZFH1500 work with model X, Y, or Z AR15?
A: It MUST have a standard front sight post casting (a.k.a. A-Post). It will not work with Ruger 556 as this is a non-standard casting.
Q: Does the ZF1500 have clearance for a bayonet lug?
A: Yes, it does!
Q: When installing an Elzetta Tactical LED Flashlight in an Elzetta Flashlight Mount (ZFH1500 or ZSM) are the Sizing Adapters needed?
A: No, with its 1-inch body, Elzetta Flashlights fit all Elzetta Flashlight Mounts without the Sizing Adapters. (Sizing Adapters are to accommodate flashlights with diameters less than 0.97 inches.)
ZSM Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What flashlights will work with Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount?
A: Every Elzetta ZSM comes with Sizing Adapters, giving the Flashlight Mount the ability to hold flashlights from 0.70 to 1.05 inches in diameter (18 to 27 mm). This includes flashlights from popular manufacturers such as InForce®, Streamlight®, Pelican®, Laser Devices®, SureFire®, and of course, Elzetta Flashlights. (Sizing Adapters are not required when using an Elzetta Flashlight or other 1-inch Light.)
Q: What advantage does the Quick-Release Thumb Screw offer?
A: The Quick-Release Thumb Screw allows flashlights to be installed and removed rapidly and without tools. A coin or other flat object may be used to tighten the Thumb Screw. Thumb Screw Model shown below.
Q: From what material is the ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount made?
A: The Elzetta ZSM is made from the same advanced glass-filled polymer that has proven itself in the popular Elzetta ZFH1500 Flashlight Mount for AR15 rifles.
Q: What are the advantages of this material?
A: This glass-filled polymer provides outstanding durability, impact resistance, scratch resistance and light weight. It also withstands high temperatures, vibration, and most chemicals.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount work with my shotgun?
A: The Elzetta ZSM will work with Remington 870, Remington 1100, Remington 1187, Mossberg 500, Mossberg 590, Mossberg 835, Benelli M1, Benelli M2, Benelli M4, Benelli Nova, Winchester Defender, and many other shotguns that have 1-3/4″ (44 mm) of free space on the OEM magazine tube and barrel. (OEM magazine tubes for these manufacturers are one-inch (25 mm) in diameter. The Elzetta ZSM is not compatible with magazine tubes of larger diameters.) WILL NOT WORK WITH: Mossberg 590A1, Benelli M3, Benelli Super Nova, Mossberg 930 SPX. Also will not work with Mossberg Shockwave or Remington TAC-14 (neither firearm has the required 1.75” mounting space available).
Q: What Gauge Shotguns will work with the Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount?
A: The Elzetta ZSM is designed for 12-Gauge Shotguns and also comes with Gauge Adapters that allow the Elzetta ZSM to be used with 20-Gauge and .410 shotguns (does not fit Mossberg .410 models).
Q: Will the Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount attach to either side of the gun?
A: Yes, the Elzetta ZSM can be mounted to either side of the shotgun to accommodate left-handed or right- handed shooters.
Q: Will the Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount resist movement under recoil?
A: Yes, the Elzetta ZSM has been tested extensively under harsh recoil. When installed correctly, the Elzetta ZSM will not move under recoil nor allow the flashlight to move. See the video demonstration below.
Q: Is a Sling Swivel Accessory available for the Elzetta ZSM?
A: Yes. Heavy-Duty Quick-Disconnect Sling Swivel Kits are available for use with the Elzetta ZSM Shotgun Flashlight Mount. Each kit provides an industry-standard QD Sling Swivel mounted in a low-profile position opposite the flashlight (see photo below). The kits are available in Limited Rotation (Swivel locks in vertical or horizontal position) and Full Rotation (Swivel is free to rotate 360 degrees).
Q: Can I add a laser or other accessory with the Elzetta ZSM?
A: For attaching additional accessories, such as a compact laser, the ZPR8700 Rail Accessory Kit is available which provides a hard anodized 5-slot Mil-Std 1913 Picatinny Rail on the side of the ZSM.
Q: Where is the Elzetta ZSM Tactical Shotgun Flashlight Mount made?
A: All Elzetta Z-Line products, including the ZSM, are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA using American materials, tooling, and labor.
Q: Hello, can your ZSM shotgun mount be installed on model X, Y, or Z?
A: The ZSM will universally fit 870/500 firearms with same dimensions. Exceptions to this are Benelli SuperNova, M3, 590A1 (heavy barrel), and 930 SPX. These are dimensionally different. The firearm must have 1.75” of free mounting space on the barrel and magazine tube in front of the action for mounting the ZSM. In addition, the gap between the magazine tube and barrel must be 0.235″ (just under 1/4″) for 12 Gauge. If that is the case, then the ZSM will fit.
Q: I have a Nordic magazine tube extension. Will the ZSM fit this configuration?
A: No, the Nordic magazine tube is larger than 1 inch in diameter and will NOT work with the ZSM.
Q: Will the ZSM fit the Mossberg Shockwave and/or the Remington TAC-14?
A: No, neither firearm has the required 1.75” mounting space available.
Q: Will the ZSM or ZFH1500 mount to the firearm barrel only?
A: No, this will not work as the mount will not be locked in position properly and will continuously spin.
Q: Do you recommend any torque specs for tightening the screws on the ZSM shotgun light mount?
A: Yes, we recommend 10-inch pounds for the smaller screws with the addition of Loctite 222. The larger two screws should be 20-inch pounds and there is no Loctite required for these. Please see our downloads section for ZSM instructions (Must be logged in to access).
ZRX Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What flashlights will work with Elzetta ZRX Tactical Flashlight Mount?
A: The Elzetta ZRX is made for flashlights with standard one-inch (1″) bodies and will accommodate a range from 0.94 to 1.04 inches (23.8 to 26.4 mm). This includes many popular tactical flashlights including Elzetta Flashlights.
Q: From what materials is the Elzetta ZRX Tactical Flashlight Mount made?
A: The Elzetta ZRX clamping rings are made from micro-textured Mil-Spec Type III Hard Anodized aluminum. The body is a lightweight glass-reinforced polymer. Hardware is steel.
Q: How much does the Elzetta ZRX Tactical Flashlight Mount weigh?
A: The ZRX weighs an incredibly lightweight 1.1oz (32g).
Q: How much of the Mil Std 1913 Picatinny Rail does the Elzetta ZRX Tactical Flashlight Mount cover?
A: The Elzetta ZRX is 1 3/8″ wide (35 mm) and covers 3 bars and 2 slots of a Picatinny Rail.
Q: Where is the Elzetta ZRX made?
A: All Elzetta products, including the ZRX, are designed, engineered, and manufactured in Kentucky, USA, using American materials, tooling, and labor.