Description
Crosman Co2 Capsule/Cartridge with SC Lubricant (12 Gram)
This is a Crosman 12 gram CO2 capsule, listed with SC lubricant as the name says. Crosman is a long-established American airgun company, and its 12 gram cartridges (Powerlets) are a refined version of the CO2 cartridges it first developed for BB guns.
12 gram CO2 capsules power many CO2 airsoft pistols and airguns, usually fitted inside the grip or the magazine. The lubricant is intended to help protect the replica’s piercing seal each time a new capsule is fitted.
How CO2 capsules work
The replica pierces the capsule’s seal when it is tightened into place, releasing CO2 to power each shot. CO2 gives a crisp, strong shot and copes with cooler weather better than green gas, which is why it is popular for CO2 pistols and revolvers. Once a capsule is pierced, use it up in the same session where possible.
Lubricant on the capsule helps the seal in the replica stay supple, which helps prevent leaks over time. If you use a capsule without lubricant, a drop of silicone oil on the tip does a similar job.
Fitting a capsule
Make sure the replica is unloaded and pointed in a safe direction. Insert the capsule the right way round as shown in your manual, then tighten the screw or lever firmly and smoothly so it pierces cleanly. A hiss that stops quickly is normal; a constant hiss means the capsule is not seated properly or a seal needs attention.
Key features
- Crosman 12 gram CO2 capsule
- Listed with SC lubricant
- Powers many CO2 pistols and airguns
- Strong, consistent power source
- Copes with cooler weather better than green gas
- Lubricant helps protect piercing seals
Compatibility
For replicas and airguns that take standard 12 gram CO2 capsules. Check your manual for whether your replica needs threaded or non-threaded capsules; this listing does not state the type, so check the photos. Not for use in replicas designed only for green gas, or with 88 gram or larger CO2 systems.
Care and maintenance
Keep CO2 capsules somewhere cool and dry, away from heat and direct sunlight, and never puncture, heat or burn them. Always point the replica in a safe direction when you insert or pierce a capsule.
A drop of silicone oil (or a capsule with lubricant already on it) on the tip helps protect the piercing seal in your replica. Do not leave a pierced capsule in a replica for days at a time unless the maker says it is fine; when you have finished, release any remaining gas as the manual describes, and dispose of empty capsules responsibly.
Who is it for?
For owners of CO2 pistols, revolvers and airguns that use 12 gram capsules who want a capsule from a known airgun brand.
Please note: The quantity supplied is not stated in our listing; please check the photos. CO2 is under high pressure: keep away from heat and never puncture or burn. Always wear eye protection.
