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USSA · 12-14-2004, 05:32 PM

Just finished what is an extremely small PAC/WBL. The multiple grips and eyepiece all contain air and so while the entire gun (which is still quite accurate) is only about an arms length I have nearly 70 cubic inches of air. The new pnematic valve I've installed also allows for extremely fast release (this may have something to do with the range/speed)

Actual range testing will be done ASAP. (Probably this weekend) however I do know that a small target was obliterated at about 30 feet.

Note: I'll edit in some pics in a while.
Side Note: weird it said I couldn't make a new topic for my first 2 tries.

Jangadance · 12-18-2004, 06:17 PM

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Originally posted by USSA@Dec 14 2004, 05:32 PM
Just finished what is an extremely small PAC/WBL. The multiple grips and eyepiece all contain air and so while the entire gun (which is still quite accurate) is only about an arms length I have nearly 70 cubic inches of air. The new pnematic valve I've installed also allows for extremely fast release (this may have something to do with the range/speed)

Actual range testing will be done ASAP. (Probably this weekend) however I do know that a small target was obliterated at about 30 feet.

Note: I'll edit in some pics in a while.
Side Note: weird it said I couldn't make a new topic for my first 2 tries.
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What kind of valve are you using? Also, what barrel width and is it included in the "arms length" measurement?

I've always been curious whether you guys' air pressure WBLs have anything inbetween the blast of air and the water balloon, or if it just blasts the balloon out alone. Like, is there any platform it sits on our anything? Some pics would be interesting.

Ben · 12-18-2004, 09:52 PM

Most people who make WBLs use some sort of "wadding" to prevent the balloon being fired from popping. What goes recommended most often is a styrofoam cup to the best of my knowledge. Even still, from what I've heard balloons popping in the barrel can still happen and does.

I'd also like to see those pictures and some other information about this small air cannon. I've build my share of small air cannons, I just need to get my second Nerf homemade and that snap-back bolt-action Nerf homemade thing I made months ago working again. Both need repair...

USSA · 01-01-2005, 05:36 PM

Sorry I've been away on vacation. Yes the barrel is included in the arms length measurement. The trigger valve is a sprinkler valve modified to be a pneumatic. The frame of the gun is 1.5 inches and it contains appoximatly (sp) 70 cubic inches of air. The barrel is one inch (however this still allows for a 3 inch circle of wetness) and I use a half of a plastic bag for wading.

Max range was a about 75 feet.

12-18-2004, 09:52 PM	#3
Ben Founder Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: College Park, Maryland Posts: 6,054 UserID: 1	Most people who make WBLs use some sort of "wadding" to prevent the balloon being fired from popping. What goes recommended most often is a styrofoam cup to the best of my knowledge. Even still, from what I've heard balloons popping in the barrel can still happen and does. I'd also like to see those pictures and some other information about this small air cannon. I've build my share of small air cannons, I just need to get my second Nerf homemade and that snap-back bolt-action Nerf homemade thing I made months ago working again. Both need repair... __________________ email: / Forum rules / Read this page before emailing me. Do not send me a PM or email with a water gun question if someone else could answer the question. Post at the forums. You will get a response from me along with others' views or ideas.

12-14-2004, 05:32 PM	#1
USSA Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Long Island Posts: 105 UserID: 90	Just finished what is an extremely small PAC/WBL. The multiple grips and eyepiece all contain air and so while the entire gun (which is still quite accurate) is only about an arms length I have nearly 70 cubic inches of air. The new pnematic valve I've installed also allows for extremely fast release (this may have something to do with the range/speed) Actual range testing will be done ASAP. (Probably this weekend) however I do know that a small target was obliterated at about 30 feet. Note: I'll edit in some pics in a while. Side Note: weird it said I couldn't make a new topic for my first 2 tries.

01-01-2005, 05:36 PM	#4
USSA Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Long Island Posts: 105 UserID: 90	Sorry I've been away on vacation. Yes the barrel is included in the arms length measurement. The trigger valve is a sprinkler valve modified to be a pneumatic. The frame of the gun is 1.5 inches and it contains appoximatly (sp) 70 cubic inches of air. The barrel is one inch (however this still allows for a 3 inch circle of wetness) and I use a half of a plastic bag for wading. Max range was a about 75 feet.

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