How a Stun Gun Works
Learn How Does a Stun Gun Work
A stun gun is a handheld device that has a trigger (button) and two or more metal prongs at the end of the unit that when activated sends 80,000 to 1.2 million volts to the assailant. This causes disruption in the body's neurological impulses that control muscle movement overwhelming the neuromuscular system causing the victim to lose balance and become confused.
The energy stored in the gun is dumped into the attacker's muscles causing them to do a great deal of work rapidly. This makes the assailant unable to produce energy for his muscles and his body is unable to function properly. The assailant will be unable to move for about 3-10 minutes because his blood sugar is depleted. This allows the victim enough time to get away and get help.
Some stun guns can be disguised as FLASH LIGHTS or CELL PHONES.
Stun guns must be applied to the attacker but will go thru up to ½ inch of clothing.
Stun guns use at least one 9 Volt battery as the energy source. They use high voltage and low amperage to disable attackers.
Knowing how stun guns work should build confidence in their use. And know this: stun guns and other SELF DEFENSE PRODUCTS are used by police agencies and military units throughout the world for law enforcement and crowd control. These are the true professionals who know what they are doing. They wouldn't use something that didn't work.
That is part of the reason why all self defense products have grown in popularity so much-THEY WORK for self defense and crime prevention.
In all fairness if an assailant is on drugs or is drunk a stun gun may not work. They do not rely on pain for results. Stun guns are on average 86% effective.
If you feel threatened by an assailant charge the stun gun and hold it up for the bad guys to see the flying current and hear the sounds. Sometimes with a "back off" warning, the sight and sound of a charging stun gun is enough for the perp to leave you alone.
That's the down and dirty of how a stun gun works. If you are looking for a non lethal self-defense product a stun gun can be one of your best choices available. They are effective, affordable, easy to carry and use. When are you going to start carrying one?