How To Put Co2 Cartridge in Airsoft Pistol Magazine

How To Put a CO2 Cartridge In An Airsoft Pistol Magazine

Getting ready to fire an Airsoft pistol requires some set-up time. It can be intimidating putting a gas cartridge inside a magazine for the first time, so let's take a look at how to get this task done safely and accurately.

Understand Airsoft Pistol Magazine Types

An Airsoft pistol magazine is typically designed to work with gas or electric power. Gas mags require a CO2 cartridge, while electric mags require a battery. It's important to understand the type of magazine your particular Airsoft pistol uses.

Choose The Right Cartridge

CO2 cartridges come in various sizes, usually 8-12g. You need to choose the right size cartridge for your particular airsoft pistol magazine.

Insert Cartridge Into Magazine

Once you've got the right cartridge, make sure the magazine is in the unloaded position and make sure the magazine is not in the pistol. Next, locate the base of the magazine and look for the CO2 insert. Unscrew the insert until it is slightly open, then insert the CO2 cartridge. Make sure the CO2 cartridge is seated correctly, then use a CO2 key to tighten the insert.

Check Cartridge Seal

Once you've tightened the insert, check the cartridges seal is not leaking. To do this, place the magazine on a flat surface and push down on top of the magazine - check for any escaping gas. If the cartridge is leaking, re-seat the cartridge and tighten the insert again.

Load BBs And Check Velocity

Once the seal is checked, you're now ready to insert the magazine into the pistol, but first you need to load the BBs into the mag. Depending on the pistol's firing mode, you need to adjust the hop-up setting, then load the mag back into the pistol. Next, fire 1-2 rounds into a target and check the velocity is correct. If the velocity is too low or too high, adjust the hop-up setting as required.

Brief Recap

Putting a CO2 cartridge into an Airsoft pistol magazine for the first time can be a daunting task. This article has outlined the necessary steps to perform this task safely and accurately. Firstly, it's important to understand the types of magazines available and choose the right cartridge for the pistol. Next, insert the cartridge into the magazine, check the seal is not leaking, load the BBs, and check the velocity by firing 1-2 rounds into a target.

With this information to hand, you now have the know-how to set up your Airsoft pistol correctly and experience the perfect firing power.