The procedure is as follows:. There should be no leak. In case, there is, then you will need to redo the job. You should make certain that the gun is unloaded. This prevents it from accidental firing as you test and repair the problem. Conclusion There you have it- reasons why a paintball gun may leak, how to identify the leak, and the correct procedure of repairing the fault.
By following the above steps, you should be able to deal with the problem. This approach works with most kinds of paintball guns. It is vital that you use high-quality items o-rings, Teflon tape to avoid repairs any time soon. Also important is observing safety during the repair. Knowing how to fix a common problem of paintball gun air leak should be part of owning the accessory. Zayn Karim is a 23 years old Blogger from Denver. Read more. Your email address will not be published.
This problem can typically be fixed with simple adjustments and replacements, which should be tried first before taking more drastic measures. O-rings are found throughout paintball guns as a seal to prevent air from leaking out of the gun. They allow the air to build-up to the pressure needed to fire the gel capsule from the gun. There is an O-ring where the tank of CO2 attaches to the gun.
This ring needs to be attached properly and intact for air and CO2 not to leak out of the paintball gun. This ring is attached to the nozzle of the CO2 tank and is crucial to the proper fit and seal between the tank and the weapon. One of the main causes of CO2 leakage is a problem with the O-ring. O-rings are located in multiple locations on a paintball gun. The two most common areas where you can experience leaks are on the front of the gun and down the barrel of the gun.
The front of the gun is prone to leak if the O-ring is not functioning on the front volumizer extra air chamber for higher firing rates and drop off. The barrel is related to the air source adapter.
The CO2 tank needs to fit snuggly into the gun to allow for proper transfer of gas and functional firing. The air source adapter ASA is a threaded port entrance for the CO2 tank to fit into your paintball gun. Leaking can occur when the CO2 tank does not fit properly into the air source adapter. This can be caused by a faulty O-ring on the tank for any number of reasons mentioned in the previous section, or a more complicated issue with other accessory items.
There is a pin in an ASA that pushes down on the tank valve to allow pressure into the paintball gun. Lack of care in handling the gun and removal of the CO2 tank may lead to damages to this pin, threading within the ASA, and the O-ring. If replacements are made and the leaking does not stop, this suggests there is a problem with the cup seal.
With extended use, the cup seal down the barrel, which also assists in sealing air, can cause leaking down the barrel of the gun. Damages to the threading on either the ASA or O-ring will not allow for the two mechanisms to properly fit into one another.
With increased force, these threads can be stripped, and increased friction can create pockets where CO2 can leak out. Always be mindful and careful when screwing in your tank to the ASA as these damages lead to leaking.
Taking care of your gun with routine actions will eliminate leaking risks. If you notice CO2 leaks on your paintball gun, the damage has most likely already occurred. We know the main causes associated with leaks now O-rings, cup seals, and air source adapters and these areas should be checked for wear and tear. You will most likely have to replace them to prevent future leaking issues. The O-ring is one of the main culprits in CO2 leakage as we have discussed.
Once the O-ring is clearly broken or damaged, it must be replaced. Having a couple of extra O-rings on hand is a good idea so you can quickly change it out once you see any damages. When air is leaking down the barrel of a paintball gun, the repair is often a little more difficult, though there is a potential short-term fix. You can try to fix this problem by putting a few drops of oil into the ASA Air Source Adapter of the gun and then screw in the tank and check to see if the problem is fixed.
The yielding of a softer material, the o-ring, between two mating surfaces, prevents the loss of pressurized gas usually CO2 inside the paintball gun. O-rings can also be used as spacers, as on the Stingray 1 barrel and the Remora barrel adapter. Issues with re-cocking your paintball gun may also prevent it from firing correctly. If your marker is not re-cocking, the most obvious cause is that the air tank is empty and needs replacing with a full one.
If this still does not resolve the issue, you will need to thoroughly clean and inspect your paintball gun. Use a squeegee to ensure the interior of your gun is free of any paintball residue that might be preventing you from re-cocking your marker. You need to inspect the bolt and hammer to ensure they are clean of any residue, as if they are, they will not be able to move correctly. Once you have carried out a full clean of your gun and its internal components, apply a light covering of lubricant oil before reassembling your gun and testing its firing mechanism.
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