Unlike the stun gun which needs to be applied directly to the body, the taser can be used even at a distance. It will fire electrodes using thin wires. The air taser can shoot 50,000 volts within fifteen feet. It has a speed of 135 feet per second. The signal will be transmitted to the area where the electrical probes have touched. This weapon uses an automatic timing machine to release the electric charge.

Non-lethal and self defense weapons were invented for people to protect themselves while not causing any serious injury to other people. The same principle is applied to the air taser or taser guns. It uses pulsating electro magnetic discharge (EMD) which screws up the nervous system temporarily. As we know it is the brain that controls all movement and action. What the EMD does is to interfere with the communication between the brain and the muscles.

The air taser was specifically made to be non-lethal. It does not have any effect on a person's heartbeat nor does it compromise the function of a pace maker. It has been pronounced safe by the federal government. Its effects is essentially like that of an electrified cattle fence - it will not kill you, but it will warn you to move away or stand back.

It is a misconception that high voltage causes harm to people. There is more to it than that. Humans can receive high voltage shock without experiencing any lethal or serious injury. The impact of the shock is determined by the current, duration, and the power source of the electric shock. The power of a taser gun is only about 9-volts which is hardly lethal.

A person hit by an air taser will experience confusion and dazedness. The muscles will make involuntary movements and possibly spasms. A vertigo can also result after the shock.

Air tasers are meant to be shot from afar. The maximum effect will be achieved if the taser is shot about seven feet away from the target. If all else fails, you can directly apply or touch the taser to the person who is threatening you and the taser will act like a stun device.

It is important not to use the taser without understanding the gravity of its effects. It should not be used for play or for experimentation. While the taser does not cause lethal harm directly, the lack of control of the muscles of the person affected can cause him to fall or possibly stumble into something sharp. Taser, like any other non-lethal self defense weapons should only be used when there is harm and danger. If you are not being threatened, do not use the taser.

Before purchasing such a weapon, please make sure that it is allowed in your state or county. Such weapons often need licenses for you to be able to carry it around.