How Do Electric Airsoft Guns Work?

Electric Airsoft Guns (often called AEGs) have gained an incredible surge in popularity over the past few years due to their improved accuracy, increased rate of fire, and portability. But exactly how do these guns work, and what differentiates an AEG from a springer or gas gun? Keep reading for an enlightening prelude to this intriguing subject.

Basics of Electric Airsoft Guns

First things first, Electric Airsoft Guns use electricity to power the inner components of the gun. When you pull the trigger, the gun's battery provides power to a motor which causes a piston to move forwards and back inside the gun creating a pressurized air system which pushes the BB pellet forwards.

The Motor

The motor is one of the most important parts of an Electric Airsoft Gun. It is responsible for spinning the gearbox which causes the piston to move, creating the pressurized air which propels the BB. The majority of motors used in airsoft guns are brushed, meaning they have two wires sticking out of the motor which need to be connected to the battery in order to power the motor.

The Gearbox

A gearbox is a part of the gun responsible for transferring the energy from the motor to the piston. Gearboxes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and each one is designed for a specific purpose. Some are designed for high-speed firing rates, while others are designed for long-range accuracy.

The Hop-Up

The hop-up is a part of the gun responsible for stabilizing the BBs trajectory as the BB travels down the barrel. It works by applying backspin to the BB as it is fired. This backspin causes the BB to be pushed up which stabilizes the trajectory. The hop-up is adjusted by turning a knob or dial which can be found on the outside of the gun.

The Inner Barrel

The inner barrel of an Electric Airsoft Gun is what the BB is actually fired out of. The inner barrel helps to concentrate the pressure created by the pressurized air and directs the BB out of the gun with accuracy. The inner barrel is typically made of brass or aluminum, and the length and diameter of the barrel will vary from gun to gun.

How AEGs Differ from Springers & Gas Guns

When compared to springers or gas guns, AEGs have a number of advantages which are worth noting. First, AEGs are much faster and more accurate due to their pressurized air system. Second, AEGs don't require complex loading mechanisms like springers and gas guns. And finally, AEGs are much more portable due to their battery powered motor.

Brief Recap

Electric Airsoft Guns work by using electricity to power the gun's motor which creates a pressurized air system which propels the BB out of the gun with accuracy. AEGs have a number of advantages over springers or gas guns, such as improved accuracy and increased rate of fire, as well as portability.

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