Unity Tactical's NEW Gas Cap Flashlight Tailcap

In this interview at EnforceTac 2024, James Reeves sits down with Unity Tactical to dive deep into their groundbreaking product, the Unity Gas Cap. This innovative accessory, designed for SureFire® Scout®-style weapon lights, brings the future of switching technology to the forefront with its LINK™ System USB-C capabilities. The Unity Gas Cap stands out for its robust performance, offering near-zero-loss output and reliable, repeatable activation. Made from high-impact polymer, it ensures durability in the toughest environments. Join us as Unity Tactical shares insights into the design, functionality, and the myriad of benefits this cutting-edge product brings to tactical and professional users. For more details on the Unity Gas Cap, visit Unity Tactical's website (www.unitytactical.com/gascap/).
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[@ayton6642]

Thank god someone's finnaly going to support my go to EDC! hopfully this will inspire more companies to create products for the legendary Rayovac product line!

[@lucadotti2928]

Where’s HOP!?

[@DinoNucci]

Wherever ur m o m is

[@aethertech]

He saw the USB-C and went to find a few stiff drinks

[@somnolentSlumber]

hop is busy looking for ancient lights and optics consigned to the dustbin of history so he can make interesting videos on them

[@lucadotti2928]

@@somnolentSlumber oh shit, that’s who’s bidding against me on all these M3X…

[@Highgear145]

In bed with me

[@xlightning79]

I'm still waiting for Wi-Fi tailcaps

[@andyboyd7511]

But then you gotta have batteries in everything and batteries are the worst.

[@xlightning79]

@@andyboyd7511 You're gonna hate it when I tell you how the flashlight is powered

[@bev8200]

Like when lary pulled out his old colt with the first aimpoint and a spotlight duck tapped to it😂

[@BigRed383]

Sam Hyde also had a vision for a paradigm shift

[@Kfgk14]

HE CANT KEEP GETTING AWAY WITH IT

[@narutobroken]

You mean the ghost of K?

[@Foodhat]

Dude no lol

[@brickphone2570]

He's getting away with it 😢

[@cwhouser]

State enforced homosexuality

[@JRxxx]

Just FYI the Gas Cap does not charge the flashlight..she mentions charging but she means down the road, not now.

[@surfingtothestars]

I prefer the rechargeable batteries where you plug into the actual battery, instead of recharging through the flashlight

[@JRxxx]

@@surfingtothestars I do as well, I think it makes for a better sealed systems while having fewer parts than the modlight charging stations. I just wanted to point it out because when this was first released people put in orders thinking they could charge the lights that way.

[@robertkaschner1655]

USB-C opens up options to shed weight, improve cable management, even improve variation in "switching." Specifically in terms of saving weight, all devices could conceivably run off of one battery. Potentially a quickly swappable battery mounted in a more optimal position than at the muzzle. This would allow all your emitters to be just the "heads" to be positioned wherever you want. Also opens up options for alternating between different devices with fewer switches, introducing strobe functioning, and smart wireless functionality to adjust/toggle output of things like IR illuminators in conjunction with night vision. Most of this stuff COULD be done without USB-C, but a standard plug that has the ability to conduct plenty power and transfer data is just the right way to do the things.

[@jackjohnson291]

If that happens, and I’m sure it eventually will, I’m all ears. A battery pack mounted in a more neutral position that runs all devices, maybe even optics… that’d just be too awesome. But if it goes down, that’d be real bad news.

[@AhHereWeGo]

@@OneNess-kx5wnif all you’re doing is shooting paper on a flat range, then that’s your problem. I only go to a flat range to zero things

[@AutopilotAndChill]

@@AhHereWeGoPlease the only thing you are shooting is steel, paper or pigs. Internet Navy Berets are so obnoxious.

[@AhHereWeGo]

@@OneNess-kx5wn “mission” no, but I regularly take steel out into the hills in my area, set it up, move around, find, and shoot at that from different spots and distances. I rarely go to an actual range, other than to zero something

[@AhHereWeGo]

@@AutopilotAndChill who said anything different? The flat range is a known distance range with benches and shit. You can take targets out to different places and shoot there. And unless by pigs you mean something other than the 4 legged variety, I’ll assume you’re somewhere south/southeast, and you just don’t have the insane amount of open public land that we do here in the northwest

[@KarlHungus.]

$295 for a switch. I guess I'm gonna need a raise...

[@ThomasJeffersonWolfcall-kn3bx]

Glad to hear that we're moving on from big plug technology.

[@ck2503]

Crazy insane prices..... Talk about a premium for a friggin switch. I'll stick with my "caveman shit" for that price, thanks.

[@user-te3qq1rb7u]

I think this is great, but pricing on this stuff for flashlights is insane. The way she described it you’re looking at around $300 for switching crap before you even buy the flashlight and a mount.

[@RyTrapp0]

Mixed feelings on this - USB-C opens up a LOT of options, I like the direction that they're going here; but it also isn't exactly an ultra durable, sealed connector standard though. Should be great of your range toys, home def gun, whatever, but I wonder about actual hard use, how USB-C will hold up in a more abusive environment. I'm not sold right now, I need to see how this plays out first. But I am cautiously optimistic...

[@PrayingPanda]

I wish they'd actually say what the limitations/ expectations are. I get it they want to develop the products first and not give other people ideas but i don't know why i should care about this.

[@zadotterazo690]

It’s a usb-c plug. You can program or charge with a fast charging cord most people already have in their houses. Just means no need to go to the brand for a special cable.

[@DinoNucci]

Use brain

[@Micah6.8]

The Unity Tactical gas cap is a very smart and innovative solution that, in retrospect, many OEMs wish they'd already developed. Great job using the most ubiquitous technology to lead to lower costs and improved product integration.

[@PrayingPanda]

@zadotterazo690 I guess that's pretty cool. But I have to what, dock my carbine to charge the light? As an option? Cool. As a requirement, it's different. Not necessarily bad, just different. As for the cable thing, what do you mean. 18350/18650/21500 batteries are pretty easy to get and so are chargers for them. And they are cheaper than this set up. I do like the concept of a 3 piece, build your own style, switch set up though. 1. Possibly programmable Switches. 2. USB cable of whatever length/orientation you want. 3. End cap that takes usb c. This is the kind of info they should have been discussing...

[@PrayingPanda]

@@zadotterazo690 .

[@rseg2707]

I’d love to get one but to be competitive, the cost will have to come way down. Maybe 60-70 for the cap and same or less for the button. Too pricey to just toss the surefire stuff we already have.

[@LTLC]

One word, two syllables: "Chy-nuh"

[@Jakmac556]

A lot of people complaining over the price, but it's actually less than the Surefire tail cap. I've been looking for a solution to get that damn plug and cable out of the way and this looks perfect!

[@meisenhut31]

This is one of the first interesting things I've seen from guncon coverage this year.

[@1nfamyX]

You wouldnt download a flashlight..

[@marcustaylor3375]

Make it for Streamlight and I am all over it.

[@Pr1zzm]

Arisaka makes an adapter to convert your Streamlight to a Surefire thread pitch. I would get one of those.

[@jkellyid]

I approve, also we need HOP on this.

[@justaregularguy3827]

What laser module is that on the gun ?

[@jackjohnson291]

I can see the benefit, but aside from flickering, my biggest gripe about tapeswitches and the like is they ALWAYS break. I’ve literally broken every single one in existence. If it’s not the switch itself, it’s the cable or where it connects to the switch or light. This can address the cable issue, but I’d seriously like to see one wrapped in kevlar and using a thick azz solid copper cable inner. Someone please over engineer a cable and switch that’s basically bulletproof. Only then will I go back to messing with them.

[@realitycheck4158]

So what do you use now? Clicky tailcap? Mawl? Crimson trace did a wireless remote setup a few years ago, but idk if it took off.

[@JoshJones-37334]

I use a clicky tail cap. Easy press is momentary on, hard press is constant on. And it doesn’t break or snag. But then I’m not a tier 1 operator, just a guy shooting critters in the dark on a farm.

[@realitycheck4158]

@@JoshJones-37334 olight makes a magnet attached break away one I believe aswell. 😎👍

[@JoshJones-37334]

@@realitycheck4158 I try to steer clear of Olight. I do have a Baldr on a .22 lr upper, but past that I usually buy Surefire or Streamlight or at least nitecore. My handheld lights are mostly Surefire or nitecore and they work fine.

[@realitycheck4158]

@@JoshJones-37334 the critters dont stand a chance!

[@nathan_k]

What conductors did they use in the connector to route the switching. Is it compliant mechanically and electrically to the spec (potentially 5v +V/-GND connected). I'm curious, but can't really poke too much into it. Tell Hop I said hi.

[@triggermovies]

She said you can plug your iphone and it won't damage it, so I assume it's electrically compliant with the USB spec. My guess is that the actual power switching is done inside the tail cap, and the button/cable only carries a signal. If that's the case, it means no power loss in the conductor (good news for high power heads). I hope Hop can get his hand on this soon, I'm curious as well !

[@S30Build]

They never mention if its waterproof? My phone is screwed if a tiny bit of water gets into the usb type c port.

[@albertptran]

The price is a big deal for me

[@user-hp9vs8gz6q]

I was wondering if it was possible to get a laser on a shotgun shell tube cap.

[@jameslarkins7589]

For years i've thought it would be an interesting idea to have a power source(s) mounted further back on the rifle or in the stock. You could shift weight back and have much more compact lights and lasers up front. It could actually just be the light or laser head with a tailcap that has wired connection and button/switch. Even the power source (Battery) could be quick change... The future is here. Magpul Magbat anyone?

[@st3v3022]

This just seems like a copy of the cloud defense rein setup that's been out for a few years

[@grilin18.]

but it actually works and is compatable with industry standard light bodies, the cloud guys make great stuff but the QC is just awful and going proprietary with shoddy QC is just too much of a pain

[@JohnZ556]

Why do I need this when Axon is about perfect? Sacrificing cable/plug integrity for data bandwidth, on my light? 😂

[@jcnikoley]

$295 for a tailcap? 😂

[@steventargus1879]

Msrp is $109. Have found them for $99.

[@Gnolomweb]

I like the ebay Chinese ones.

[@lllllREDACTEDlllll]

Killing people in the dark usually isn't a poor man's game

[@tfwwhennofitlitgf3300]

wait patiently for the SOTAC version

[@jasonparent7967]

Yeah. Feeling more secure in my decision to ditch tape switches wherever possible and just run the tail cap for simplicity and robustness

[@ThePatriotParadox]

I charge my current light on the side, but for that to be mandatory, I mean I have to sit it a certain way the charge my battery. Would have to try both and for more than a week or two...idk

[@roguedefensefirearmsllc6194]

Who makes the IR laser module on the handguard shown on one of the demo rifles?

[@thepurespartanify]

Im wondering too

[@subbie9126]

be meyers mawl

[@thepurespartanify]

no its not lmao @@subbie9126

[@Danny_PX]

Is this water proof?

[@albertptran]

I’m still holding off on a head for my 18650 light since flashlight parts are so damn expensive

[@PopeRocket]

And here I thought it would be a gas-tube mount for the light body.

[@MrBlahblahblee]

I already have good cable management with a 7" Modbutton Lite and DS00 Surefire tail cap. I have 3 velcro straps hugging the cable that runs longitudinal to the light body on my AR + 3 mini zip ties to further strengthen the grip of the cable

[@andrewjohnson6907]

2 D cell rayovac, 😂😂😂 the 1990s flashlight tag special issue!

[@donkeydefense]

For those who don’t use traditional tail caps; this is a massive innovation.

[@jackjohnson291]

I can see the benefits, but I’d actually like to see a beefier, not smaller, cable. It’s always the weakest link in switch systems, in my experience. I’ve practically given up on messing with them. If they don’t have a backup tailcap or something (like these do have), I won’t even bother. Idk, maybe these will actually be the thing to change my mind on switches in general, but I’m not hopeful.

[@donkeydefense]

@@jackjohnson291 normally for me it’s the connections. A cable doesn’t need to be massive to be durable.

[@DinoNucci]

​@@jackjohnson291wrong

[@DinoNucci]

​@@donkeydefensecorrect

[@jackjohnson291]

⁠​⁠@@donkeydefenseSame for me, if you mean where the wire enters the plug, but it’s usually not until the tiny wire itself (inside the insulation) starts to chafe and fray before inconsistent input and failure starts. The plugs themselves usually seem to hold up fine. I always have the same issue with my phone cables. The wire weakens where it bends back and forth, right where it connects into the plug. Now that I think about it, a solid wire probably would weaken faster and eventually just snap, so a heavier braided cable would probably be best. Idk, I’m not an electrical engineer, just someone tired of hoping and wishing for a light switch that won’t blow out. I rarely have an extension cord plug break on me. Surely some company can step up and bring similar durability to both weapon light switches and phone cables alike. If it’s ever to be done, it’ll probably be addressed by the larger demand, and since virtually everyone uses phone chargers, and since these are now utilizing USB-C type connectors, perhaps that brings us one step closer?

[@mlgtactics9911]

Take a shot everytime she says "switching"

[@amnesiagaming5972]

Streamlight needs more 3rd party support!

[@V1kingBro]

I gotta pay another $300+ on top of the $300 light? Idk about that?

[@ThePatriotParadox]

It will be more compatible, but imagine having a phone charger on your gun that gets thrown around

[@user-ef9qh8dv2d]

Will they be making one for poors in the Streamlight form factors?

[@vegeta420z6]

Just started the video but I'm guessing that because its unity it should cost about 1200 dollars and all you 🤡 are gonna be creaming your jeans over it.

[@DinoNucci]

That's how it's done

[@scott2228]

Still hating on ODG!!

[@normwilson117]

glad i hung onto my plastic rayovac torch…..where’s my duct tape??

[@houstoncowdog]

I paid $150 for the Unity Clutch belt and it is the worst piece of shit gear I’ve ever bought. I might the most buyers remorse I’ve ever had over that item.

[@DinoNucci]

User error

[@Dave-0]

yeah that one was useless and horrendously overpriced. because of that purchase, I couldn't believe James and so many in the comments section were fawning over the 511 belly band that looks exponentially more chintzy. ah well, apparently this is the only way to learn that the gun (and accessory) industry only exists to take your money and leave you feeling dirty.

[@Kfgk14]

The right belly band is the phlster enigma rig, we learned that in 2022

[@jackjohnson291]

@@Dave-0In so many ways about the industry as a whole, yes. It’s often hard to wade through all the BS to find the good stuff. If it’s what I might consider a big spend, I’ll wait until I can touch it or see someone who I trust put it through the wringer first. Just a simple demo or product placement isn’t going to tell the consumer much. It’s enough to garner intrigue, but that shouldn’t be read as a full endorsement. If someone is willing to endorse a product they haven’t fully tested, then I’d start to question both the product and the person endorsing it. All of this isn’t anything new though. It was even worse before the days of the internet, where practically every gun magazine publication was full of nothing but paid advertisements and endorsements. You can really start to see why all the old timers got so set in their ways and adopted the “if it ain’t broke…” mindset. I’m partially there myself in some ways, but I still like to see what all is out there for the fun of it. All that said, there are two main areas to keep an eye on, since the technology is rapidly improving every year, and that’s lights and optics. It seems even the manufacturers themselves can’t keep up (I’m looking at you, Surefire).

[@bev8200]

Rayovac

[@bretsmith8681]

He’s flirting hardcore on the vids with this girl😂

[@michaelwalsh3474]

I don't know. Im a Eveready man, myself. 😂

[@andrewjohnson6907]

My gas cap is broken because I pass gas all the time.

[@Gnolomweb]

Ebay Chinese Unity parts hold up just as well as the $250 "real" ones

[@R.Stone281]

i dont see this as anything groundbreaking especially at that price point. 😂 Im good on these. 109 for a damn tail cap not even including the switch. and another 150-300 for a switch. lmfao Theyre on drugs. Ill stick to what already works.

[@lllllREDACTEDlllll]

James can't afford to lose any more inches

[@Mountaintopwolf]

So It costs more than a Surfire switch, It's polymer not aluminum, and USB rather than a weather sealed plug.... Hard Pass

[@zexnynex777]

😂 early stages. V1'itus.

[@RP-dv3pw]

Wow another flashlight. Thanks James for that awesome infomercial.

[@thesandman9357]

I’m going to be honest, there was like zero real information in this video for people not familiar with this stuff but how did you finish this video thinking it was about a flashlight

[@calholli]

Let the lady show off her buttons

[@jackjohnson291]

He’s at a trade show showcasing new products. What did you expect, an exposé on the dying art of calligraphy?

[@thewatcher611]

It wasn't actually about the flashlight at all....just the tailcap, and switch. Spend a ton of money, get ....a different switch than the one that comes on it and already works.

[@grilin18.]

@@thewatcher611 the issue is the surefire switches dont push enough power to the light to turn on the new high candela lights reliably, so this does serve a purpose but you gotta be really into this space to know about that issue.

[@TheTastefulThickness]

I dont understand what shes talkimbout willis

[@JoshJones-37334]

I bet you feel like that a lot of the time

[@dvonehrlich]

This should have been a Hop review. Mr. Low light low life himself.

[@KevinWood44]

Sarcasm is not her game

[@TienDuong1997]

zenitco switch flashlight is way better than this lol

[@krispewkrem3]

What does this offer? Nothing. So it’s a product that can eventually maybe kinda offer some possible maybe kinda solutions? What? Never had a flicker. This is a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist.

[@LTTUSA]

She has no idea of what USB-C is.

[@Red5.0931]

And they probably flicker. Have 3 axon switches and they’re a disaster!! Unity has BS “fixes” that send you chases your tail. They refuse to admit their switches have issues yet she just said it eliminates Flicker

[@bozscaggzz7475]

Intro is too long

[@bozscaggzz7475]

You look like an iPhone user james. I bet your husband is too.

[@thewatcher611]

He always admits to being pretty much technically, mechanically, and dexterously inept. So, this should not be surprising. I'm willing to overlook all of that, for those short shorts.....

[@TheNatestEver]

Say it with me… *nobody asked for, and nobody needs this*

[@JoshJones-37334]

I read three of your moments and they are all you “reeeeee”ing at innovation. GF’d, kiddo. It’ll make you have a better attitude

[@bl8danjil]

Nobody asked you.

[@oldscratch3535]

​@Dont_Censor_Me_Bro That's one reason I like the Streamlight Protac weapon lights. The cable still goes into the back but they have a piece of plastic that diverts it to the side. No loop of cable coming directly out the back.

[@killacamfoo]

Total and complete ripoff.