Storage of PCP

[topshot]

Is it improper to store a charged pcp gun for extended periods of time, i.e. 3 months or longer? I have not done so, but am curious to know if it varies by gun or if it is a good/bad idea as a general rule. I wouldn't think It's an issue, especially if air was treated properly before pressurizing the tank.

 

[Crusher]

I think most of the gun manufacturers prefer to have their products stored charged. Helps with the o-rings. And as long as you are using dry air (which we should be), then there is nothing to go wrong.

JMO.

Crusher

 

[Guest]

Crusher is right. Stored at the lower end of recomended pressure will keep the seals and valve in good shape. I would not store it at full pressure as you valve and seat may deform from the high pressure over an extended period.

 

[Guest]

"John_in_Ma"Crusher is right. Stored at the lower end of recomended pressure will keep the seals and valve in good shape. I would not store it at full pressure as you valve and seat may deform from the high pressure over an extended period.

+1 this is what I do as well. Shoot the gun down to where I normally need a refill and then put it away.

 

[Imold]

"Tweeter"

"John_in_Ma"Crusher is right. Stored at the lower end of recomended pressure will keep the seals and valve in good shape. I would not store it at full pressure as you valve and seat may deform from the high pressure over an extended period.

+1 this is what I do as well. Shoot the gun down to where I normally need a refill and then put it away.

+2

 

[Hookster]

+3

 

[Alan]

I recently bought a used Gen 1 Marauder, which has been sitting for over 5 years, unused. It sill had 2,600 PSI on the gauge, and it fired the first time I tried it—dust and all!