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Tuning of Airsoft AEG replicas

2018-03-13
Tuning of Airsoft AEG replicas

Tuning - i.e. improving the performance of replicas - has always aroused extreme emotions in the airsoft environment. According to some, it is a normal form of gaining an advantage on the "battlefield" on a par with tactics, teamwork, communication and individual skills, and according to others - a factor that turns joyful play into a bloody mess.

We don't want to decide who is right, as it probably lies somewhere in the middle anyway. On the one hand, people who improve the performance of their toys must remember about the muzzle velocity limits set by the event organizers and show responsibility. On the other hand - players criticizing the other side of the barricade should be aware that it is in the interest of each participant of the game to protect their body - certified eye protection is available for sale, which withstands fire from each ASG replica and face masks that protect it from damage . During the game, there is not always time to pull out the side replica during an unexpected close-range match.

 okulary ESS Crossbow Suppressor /  maska Strike Systems - Sklep SpecShop.pl

okulary ESS Crossbow Suppressor / maska Strike Systems

Before we move on to discussing what and how to replace in your replica, it is necessary to say for whom tuning is NOT a good solution. This group includes mostly beginner players who do not know the practical performance and capabilities of their replicas. In our opinion, those new to the environment should only replace the HU rubber and the stock barrel with a precise one. At the moment when such a player learns his needs, expectations and learns to use his toy effectively - he can decide on more extensive tuning.

 gumka Hop-Up firmy Arma-Tech /  lufa precyzyjna firmy Guarder - Sklep SpecShop.pl

gumka Hop-Up firmy Arma-Tech / lufa precyzyjna firmy Guarder

Basically there are two types of tuning - High Torque and High Speed. The first one allows you to increase the muzzle velocity and is mainly used in replicas intended for green areas. The second is to lower the muzzle velocity and increase the rate of fire. It is used in CQB replicas.

 silnik High-Torque M140 firmy G&P /  silnik Infinity U-40000 CNC firmy Ultimate - Sklep SpecShop.pl

silnik High-Torque M140 firmy G&P / silnik Infinity U-40000 CNC firmy Ultimate

Before attempting to replace any mechanical parts, make sure that the air-tight system of the replica is tight. Possible pressure losses should be checked on the connection of individual elements, i.e. the piston head with the cylinder head, the nozzle guide with the nozzle, the nozzle with a HU rubber collar. Ideally, between the piston and the end of the barrel there should be a so-called "Syringe effect" which means no pressure loss in the system. If there is a loss at any of the stages - the element must be replaced. The tight arrangement and the cylinder volume selected according to the barrel length allow for a significant extension of the replica's range with the same muzzle velocity.

 głowica tłoka Single Oring firmy Arma-Tech /  wzmocniona głowica cylindra firmy JBU - Sklep SpecShop.pl

głowica tłoka Single Oring firmy Arma-Tech / wzmocniona głowica cylindra firmy JBU

When deciding on Hi-Torque tuning from the M130 spring upwards, remember to replace the key components - gears, motor, battery for 11.1V, piston, wiring and, of course, the springs. It is also worth considering the installation of the MOSFET circuit. If you have a replica with a V2 gearbox, you should carefully consider the mounting of the reinforcing element with the front wall of the skeleton. Factory-mounted parts allow for spring replacement in the range up to M120 (nominal ~ 396 FPS, with a sealed system it is possible to "squeeze" 420 FPS out of it, and in extreme cases even 450 FPS).

 Zębatki stalowe Smooth Gear firmy Arma-Tech / Bateria AEG LiPo 11,1V-1100 mAh - Sklep SpecShop.pl

Zębatki stalowe Smooth Gear firmy Arma-Tech / Bateria AEG LiPo 11,1V-1100 mAh

From M130 upwards, replacement of the above-mentioned parts becomes a necessity. Failure to do so will surely result in failure of one of them. The spring loads are simply too high.

It should be remembered that increasing the FPS number does not directly translate into range. Moreover, growth is degressive. This means that the higher the muzzle velocity, the less and less the range increases. The ball, however, travels the distance faster, which makes it difficult to avoid at the edge of the range.

That's basically enough when it comes to attitudes of this type of tuning. Contrary to popular belief, simply replacing the spring and the battery is not enough. Of course, the issue of system lubrication, rack shims and cable soldering should also be discussed, but these matters are already widely covered in other guides on the web (also in the video version).

If you need additional information on power tuning, please contact our service - its staff will be happy to advise you on the selection of appropriate components depending on your expectations and the size of your wallet.

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