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At the end of the day, all TASER energy weapons are designed to induce neuromuscular incapacitation (NMI), but law enforcement and civilian ​weapons have a few differences. When a member of law enforcement deploys a TASER energy weapon, it is intended to incapacitate a threat momentarily to give the officer a chance to secure the threat. For that reason,the standard cycle of law enforcement TASER energy weapons is 5 seconds of​electric current. For a civilian, the goal of deploying a TASER energy weapon is often to fend off an attacker long enough to get to safety. For that reason, the Pulse 2 is more compact, discreet, and has a 30-second cycle of electric current.

Pulse 2 is not classified as a firearm, and is therefore subject to fewer restrictions. This provides you with the ability to protect yourself and your loved ones, when a firearm may not be an option.

TASER energy weapons are currently legal for civilian use in 49 of 50 U.S. states. In May of 2022, Rhode Island’s ban of stun​guns (R.I. Gen. Laws Section 11-47-42(a)(1)) was struck down in federal court, opening a door for civilian TASER energy weapon ownership ​nationwide.

Each cartridge can only be fired once but can deliver multiple electrical cycles. That means that while the darts can only be projected at a target once, as long as the darts remain in the target after the initial 30-second electrical cycle, subsequent electrical cycles can be engaged.

All accessories, including cartridges and batteries, compatible with the previous Pulse model will continue to work with the latest version.

Battery life on the Pulse depends on a host of factors, including temperature the device is stored in, etc. But on average, the batteries last about 1 year before needing to be replaced.

Although the maximum output voltage of the Pulse 2 is up to 50,000 volts, that is not what enters the body. In reality, less than 2,000 volts of electricity typically flow into a subject when a TASER energy weapon makes a connection. And this electricity flows at a very low current, in a precise waveform, which is why TASER energy weapons are tested and proven to have a reliable cardiac safety profile.

The accuracy of the device is independent of the target; however, a moving target may be more difficult to hit for some users. We recommend practicing ​with the device using the included practice target and cartridges before encountering a live usage scenario.

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Pulse 2 is not rated for water usage. Users should read the product documents regarding acceptable use and exercise caution and discretion when using the device.​

You can find a full list of questions & answers regarding TASERs here.