Ideagle Airgun Pellet Trap

Published on July 24, 2022
Duration: 14:55

This video reviews the Ideagle pellet trap, testing its durability against .22 caliber hunting airgun pellets. The presenter assesses its construction, assembly, and performance at various distances, including its effectiveness with and without included foam insulation for noise reduction and spall containment. The trap is found to be robust, withstanding impacts without significant deformation, though noise reduction from the foam is minimal.

Quick Summary

The Ideagle pellet trap is tested for durability against .22 caliber hunting airgun pellets. Constructed from robust steel with thicker back and bottom panels, it effectively contains projectiles and prevents ricochets, even at closer ranges like 10 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Pellet Trap Standards
  2. 00:32Unboxing and Components
  3. 01:54Assembly Process
  4. 03:2125 Yard Test Setup
  5. 04:39First Test: 25 Yards (No Foam)
  6. 05:09Examining Trap After 25 Yard Test
  7. 06:02Moving to 10 Yard Test
  8. 06:43Second Test: 10 Yards (No Foam)
  9. 07:14Examining Trap After 10 Yard Test
  10. 08:04Back of Trap Inspection
  11. 09:34Phase Two: Adding Insulation Packs
  12. 10:41Applying Foam Sealant
  13. 11:10Third Test: 10 Yards (With Foam)
  14. 11:40Sound Comparison: With vs. Without Foam
  15. 11:56Continued Testing with Foam
  16. 12:18Examining Trap After Foam Test
  17. 13:28Final Inspection of Rear Plate
  18. 13:52Conclusion and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber pellets can the Ideagle pellet trap withstand?

The Ideagle pellet trap is designed to withstand .22 caliber pellets from hunting airguns, which is a higher standard than typical traps designed only for .177 caliber pellets.

How durable is the Ideagle pellet trap's construction?

The trap features robust steel construction, with thicker back and bottom panels (approx. 4mm) compared to its side panels (approx. 1.25mm). It weighs over 10.5 pounds and showed no deformation on the rear plate after testing.

Does the Ideagle pellet trap effectively reduce noise?

While the trap includes foam sealant packs intended for noise reduction and debris capture, the presenter noted only a minimal, subjective difference in impact sound compared to using the trap without the foam.

What are the key components included with the Ideagle pellet trap?

The trap comes with steel panels for assembly, a clip for attaching paper targets, and approximately 20 packs of foam sealant for internal lining to catch debris and potentially reduce noise.

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