How does a Stun Gun work?
A stun gun is an
electrical self-defense device that uses high voltage to stop an attacker. Touching a
person with the prongs on the stun gun quickly immobilizes the attacker. However,
because the amperage is very low, no serious or permanent injury is inflicted.
The stun gun is designed to key into the nervous system. It dumps its energy into
the muscles at a high pulse frequency that makes the muscles work very rapidly, but not
efficiently. This rapid work cycle depletes blood sugar by converting it to
lactic acid all in just seconds. The resulting energy loss makes it
difficult to move and function. At the same time, the tiny neurological
impulses that travel throughout the body to direct muscle movement
are interrupted. This causes disorientation and loss of balance and leaves the
attacker in a passive and confused condition for several minutes. Still,
there is no significant effect on the heart and other organs.
As a general rule, a one-half second contact will repel and startle the
attacker, giving some pain and muscle contraction. One to two seconds will cause muscle
spasms and a dazed mental state. Over three seconds will cause loss
of balance and muscle control, mental confusion and disorientation.
The stun gun is legal in most states. However, before you order one, please make sure they are legal
where you live. You may check here first.
The electrical shock that emits from the unit will not pass from the person
being stunned to the person doing the stunning. The effect is localized
only in the affected area and does not pass through the body. Even if you
or the attacker are wet or standing in water, you will not get shocked.
If you have any other questions about these devices, give us a call or
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