Tekmat
TekMat builds oil-resistant, waterproof cleaning mats printed with a detailed, to-scale parts diagram of the exact firearm you’re working on, from the Glock Gen 3 to the AR-15 to the HK SP5K. The thermoplastic surface protects your workbench or table while doubling as a visual reference during disassembly and reassembly, so you always know where a spring, pin, or detent belongs. Impact Guns stocks TekMat in the standard 11x17 handgun size and the 12x36 long-gun size, plus general-purpose and novelty mats.
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What Is a TekMat and Why Do Shooters Use One?
A TekMat is a thermoplastic-topped, rubber-backed mat printed with a full parts diagram of a specific firearm. Beyond protecting your bench from oil, solvent, and scratches, the printed diagram serves as a reference during cleaning and maintenance — helpful for anyone who doesn’t disassemble a particular model often enough to have every part memorized.
Finding the Right TekMat for Your Handgun
TekMat produces handgun mats sized 11"x17" for models across most major brands, including Glock (by generation), 1911-pattern pistols, Kimber Micro 9, Walther Q5 SF, FN 509, and CZ pistols. Because the diagrams are model-specific, it’s worth matching the mat to your exact pistol and generation rather than assuming a general Glock mat covers every variant.
TekMat Rifle and Long-Gun Mats: AR-15, SKS, and More
For rifles and long guns, TekMat offers a larger 12"x36" format that gives you enough surface area to fully field-strip an AR-15, SKS, or platform like the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 without running out of room. The extra length is especially useful for rifles with a bolt carrier group, charging handle, and other components that need to be laid out separately during cleaning.
General-Purpose vs. Model-Specific Mats: Which Do You Need?
If you own several different firearms and don’t want a mat for each one, TekMat’s general-purpose and door/work mats offer the same oil- and waterproof surface without a model-specific diagram. Model-specific mats make the most sense for a primary carry gun, competition pistol, or duty rifle you clean often enough to benefit from the printed reference.
Caring for Your TekMat
TekMat’s thermoplastic top and vulcanized rubber backing are designed to be wiped down and reused indefinitely. Solvents, oil, and CLP won’t degrade the surface the way they would a plain towel or cloth, and the rubber backing keeps the mat from sliding around on a bench or table while you work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are TekMat cleaning mats waterproof?
Yes. TekMat mats have a thermoplastic fiber top and vulcanized rubber back that resist oil, solvents, and water, making them easy to wipe clean after use.
Does TekMat make a mat for every gun model?
TekMat covers a wide range of popular handguns and rifles with model-specific parts diagrams, plus general-purpose mats for firearms without a dedicated design.
What size TekMat do I need for an AR-15?
AR-15 and other long-gun mats are typically the larger 12"x36" format, giving enough room to fully field-strip the rifle.
Can a TekMat help me learn to disassemble my firearm?
Yes. The printed parts diagram shows where each component belongs, which makes model-specific mats a helpful visual reference during cleaning and reassembly.
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