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Airsoft Batteries
Electric Airsoft Guns are powered primarily by two types of rechargeable battery packs. These are nickel cadmium (NiCad) or nickel metal hydride (NiMH) and come in ranging voltages and milliampere hours. The most common battery is an 8.4 V large battery (usually about 2400 mA·h.) Also available are 8.4 V "mini" batteries, which generally have 600 mA·h capacities. Voltages for large batteries range from 7.2 V, all the way up to 12 V. The rule of thumb usually is the higher the mAh, the longer the battery lasts while the higher voltage, the higher rate of fire (RoF).
When choosing an airsoft battery, be sure that it would fit in the airsoft gun your are buying. To help you better, we have included in the "related accessories" the ideal airsoft battery to use on a certain airsoft gun
Airsoft Batteries Do's and Dont's/ Maintenance at the bottom page!
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Airsoft Battery Do's:
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Fully charge/discharge battery up to 4 cycles before achieving full capacity of a new battery
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Fully discharge and then fully charge the battery every two to three weeks for battery conditions.
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Run the device under the battery's power until it shuts down or until you get a low battery warning. Then recharge the battery as instructed in the user's manual.
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Remove from the gun and stored in a cool, dry, clean place if the battery will not be in use for a month or longer.
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Recharge the battery after a storage period Ensure maximum performance of the battery by optimizing the device's power management features.
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Refer to the manual for further instructions.
Battery Don'ts:
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Do not short-circuit. A short-circuit may cause severe damage to the battery.
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Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the battery as this may result in the exposure of the cell contents, which are corrosive.
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Do not expose the battery to moisture or rain. Keep battery away from fire or other sources of extreme heat.
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Do not incinerate. Exposure of battery to extreme heat may result in an explosion. <br><br>
How can I maximize the performance of my battery?
- Prevent the Memory Effect - Keep the battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries which do not suffer from the memory effect.
- Keep the Batteries Clean - It's a good idea to clean dirty battery contacts with a cotton swab and alcohol. This helps maintain a good connection between the battery and the portable device.
- Exercise the Battery - Do not leave the battery dormant for long periods of time. We recommend using the battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery procedure described above.
- Battery Storage - If you don't plan on using the battery for a month or more, store it in a clean, dry, cool place away from heat and metal objects. NiCad, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries will self-discharge during storage; remember to recharge the batteries before use.
- Sealed Lead Acid - (SLA) batteries must be kept at full charge during storage. This is usually achieved by using special trickle chargers. If you do not have a trickle charger, do not attempt to store SLA batteries for more than three months.
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