How To Make An Airsoft Silencer DIY Guide

Introduction

Do you want to make a silencer for your airsoft gun? Making an airsoft silencer can be a simple and quick process when done correctly. This article will provide a detailed explanation on how to make a homemade airsoft silencer from simple and inexpensive materials.

The 8-12 topics that we will cover are:

1. Overview

2. Materials Needed

3. Disassembling your gun

4. Dry Fitting the PVC Pipe

5. Cushioning the PVC Pipe

6. Measuring and Drilling the End Cap

7. Hot Glue the End Cap

8. Assembling the Airsoft Silencer

9. Attaching the End Cap

10. Modifying Your Gun

11. Firing Test

12. Safety Considerations

Overview

Making an airsoft silencer is a great way to reduce the noise created by firing your airsoft gun. This reduces the chance of you being located by other players while playing airsoft or for general target practice. With the correct materials and some simple steps you can make a working airsoft silencer in no time.

Materials Needed

The materials you will need to make your airsoft silencer are:

1 PVC pipe

1 end cap

1 length of shrink wrap

1 length of foam

Hot glue gun

Drill

Disassembling Your Gun

Start by disassembling your gun by unscrewing and removing any parts that may block the barrel of the gun. This includes the inner barrel, hop up chamber, barrels, and other components.

Dry Fitting the PVC Pipe

Once your gun is disassembled. Measure the length of the barrel and find a piece of PVC pipe that fits over the barrel. Dry fit the pipe to ensure it is the right size. It should fit snugly over the barrel without much play in the fit.

Cushioning the PVC Pipe

After the PVC pipe fits tightly on the barrel, wrap it in several layers of shrink wrap. This will prevent the pipe from coming off the barrel and also provide some cushion for the PVC pipe.

Measuring and Drilling the End Cap

Next, measure the size of the end cap and mark the circumference of the end cap on the PVC pipe. Then, take the drilled cap and attach a bit the same size as the circumfrence you marked on the PVC pipe. Drill out the whole on the cap.

Hot Glue The End Cap

Take the cap and glue it to the end of the PVC pipe. Use a hot glue gun to secure the end cap to the pipe. Make sure to allow the hot glue to dry before moving on to the next step.

Assembling The Airsoft Silencer

Once the end cap is secured to the pipe, assemble the silencer by inserting the end cap into the PVC pipe. Make sure the cap insert snugly into the pipe.

Attaching The End Cap

Now attach the end cap to the gun. Make sure the end cap is firmly attached to the gun. The end cap should fit snugly onto the gun. If it is not snug, you may need to wrap some foam around the gun or pipe to make the fit tighter.

Modifying Your Gun

Once the silencer is attached to the gun, you may need to modify the gun. If you have an inner barrel, you may need to take out the barrel and replace it with a shorter one so that the airsoft silencer can fit over it.

Firing Test

Once your airsoft silencer is attached to the gun, you can do a firing test. Make sure to do this in a safe area and away from people and pets.

Safety Considerations

Always make sure to practice safety when working on an airsoft gun. Make sure to wear eye protection and keep the gun away from your face when working on it.

Summary

Making an airsoft silencer is a great way to reduce the noise when using an airsoft gun. This article has covered the 8-12 topics necessary to make a homemade airsoft silencer from simple and inexpensive materials. Always make sure to practice safety when working on an airsoft gun. With the right materials and a few simple steps, you can make an effective airsoft silencer in no time.