After the ubiquitous distribution of traumatic pistols, gas sprays somehow faded into the background, their sale is no longer accompanied by aggressive advertising, and it seems that interest in this means of self-defense is gradually dying away. Meanwhile, this is still a fairly effective means of self-defense, which has a number of serious advantages over the same "injuries." So, for example, using pepper spray, you can not be afraid that the enemy will be killed or seriously injured. At the same time, when used correctly, they are able to permanently disable an attacker. Let us consider in detail how effective, what are, how to apply and how tear and pepper spray cans differ for self-defense.
Classification of gas cans
Spray cans are divided by the type of substance used in them and the spray option. The inside may contain either tear gas (SC) or an extract from hot pepper (OS). Both formulations act on the mucous membranes of the respiratory system and eyes, causing spasms of the throat, profuse lacrimation, burning, coughing. In addition, pepper spray cans with a synthetic extract of pepper - morpholide of pelargonic acid (IPC) are produced. In its effect, IPC is similar to a natural extract, but it is considered somewhat weaker. According to the method of spraying, the cartridges are divided into jet and aerosol. The first produces a concentrated stream and requires a certain accuracy, and the second atomizes between the owner and the attacker a protective cloud of a relatively large area.
Features of different spray cans
In general, pepper cans are considered more effective, and their damaging effect can be considered guaranteed. Moreover, unlike those filled with tear gas, they act on animals and people who are intoxicated or alcoholic. But SC acts instantly, and the maximum effect of the OS occurs only in a few seconds. As for jet and aerosol options, they also have their strengths and weaknesses. So, a spray can can be used indoors and over a relatively large distance, but, as already noted above, its application requires accuracy, skill and composure. In turn, an aerosol can can be sprayed simply towards the enemy, but its cloud is sensitive to air vibrations, and the effect decreases exponentially with increasing distance , and, of course, it cannot be used indoors without being injured yourself.
Useful Tips
The larger the volume of SC or pepper spray, the stronger the jet and the longer the spraying time. But in the Russian Federation, the amount of the active substance (BB) in one can is limited by law, which means that no matter how large the balloon, the amount of explosive will be unchanged. Consequently, the smaller pepper spray cans have a higher concentration of explosives in one “shot”. After applying the spray can immediately run, without waiting until the attacker comes to his senses. If he managed to cover his face with his hands or screw up his eyes, you need to immediately hit him in the groin or lower leg, and then try to hide. Domestic pepper spray “Shock”, “Hot pepper”, spray can SC “Weapon of the proletariat”, “Higher measure” have proven themselves best.