How to Make a DIY Airsoft Silencer

The perhaps the most sought-after mod for airsoft fans is an amazing homemade silencer. While it is possible to buy branded silencers from airsoft stores, not everyone has access to them or the funds to purchase them. Fortunately, for those who have the tools and materials, making your own silencer for an airsoft gun is a surprisingly simple and affordable task.

Essentials Materials

The following items will be necessary for assembling a DIY silencer for an airsoft gun. It may be prudent to inspect your airsoft gun before discovering which kind of silencer you need.

• A length of type K or L water pipe copper of at least 7 cm.
• A can of lighter gas or other flammable gas.
• A cordless drill with a grinder or filing bit.
• E6000 or similar glue.
• A hacksaw and steel wool.
• A syringe of aerosolized silicone.
• A vacuum cleaner.
• A drill bit, ruler and pen.

Creating the Suppressor

The most essential part constructing your silencer is shaping the pipe correctly. This involves cutting an appropriate length of water pipe, then drilling two small holes into the side of pipe. You then need to insert the gas canister and seal it with glue before attaching the pipe to the airsoft gun.

Drilling the Pipe

Using the drill bit, ruler and pen, mark two equally-spaced holes onto one end of the pipe. Using the cordless drill, gently step down the drill bit until the desired size has been achieved. Apply a vacuum cleaner to the drill bit to remove any debris.

Attach the Canister

First, remove the lid from the gas canister and insert it into one of the drilled holes. Using the appropriate glue, ensure that the canister is firmly and securely attached to the pipe. Once attached, leave to dry (typically around 24-hours).

Fitting to the Gun

Using the steel wool, gently polish the pipe's interior surfaces and the end of the gun's exterior barrel. Before on the silencer to the gun barrel, lightly lubricate the nose of the gun's inner barrel and the inner surface of the pipe with aerosolized silicone.

Finishing Touches

Once the silencer is attached, leave it to dry overnight. Once complete, your silencer should be ready to use. Although the silencer will reduce the sound levels significantly, please be aware that it will have limited effect on the gun's velocity or accuracy.

Brief Recap

Making a homemade silencer for an airsoft gun is an attainable task for those who have the right materials and tools. Firstly, it is necessary to obtain the essential materials listed. Next, the pipe must be correctly shaped to attach a gas canister. Finally, the silencer should be firmly attached to the airsoft gun, before being allowed to dry overnight. Once complete, the DIY silencer should reduce the sound levels significantly.