How Do You Make A Laser Tag Gun?

How Do They Do It? How Do They Make a Laser Tag Gun?

Curious about how a laser tag gun is manufactured?

Ever wondered: "How do they do it?"

This blog is not about cheap toy laser tag guns designed to last just until the end of the holiday season.

Instead, we are focusing on how commercial laser tag equipment is made.

The gear that's built to endure and excel in Adventure Parks and Summer Camps.

Let's explore the Laser Tag equipment that's designed to last and serve as the workhorse for laser tag businesses.

What seems simple is actually the result of a highly sophisticated engineering and production process.

This is a behind-the-scenes journey that provides an in-depth look at the creation of live-action gaming equipment.


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Key Takeaways:

Commercial laser tag equipment is made to be durable and functional.
Professional systems include laser tag guns (taggers), game props (battle boxes), and a master controller.
Optional real-time scoreboard apps enhance the live-action gaming experience.

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How To Make Battlefield Sports Laser Tag Guns

Battlefield Sports laser tag guns (also called Taggers or Phasers) are crafted at our factory in Australia.

This commercial laser tag equipment is sought after worldwide for its superior quality.

Why Battlefield Sports Laser Tag Guns Stand Out:

• Ergonomic Balance: Designed for comfort and precision.

• Thrilling Design: Functional yet exciting to hold, adding to the immersive gaming experience.

Practical & Customizable

The SATR3 software can be customized to the Battlefield Operator's exact specifications. For example:

* Customized SFX

The team has created more than 20 custom sound schemes in various languages, including Catalan, Basque, and Swedish.

It Starts with the Chassis

The construction of a Battlefield Sports laser tag gun begins with its chassis or enclosure.

Battlefield Sports uses a fiber-reinforced polycarbonate frame on their models.

Building An Awesome Cobra

Inside the frame, the enclosure houses the laser tag system’s electronics, which are protected by our patented technology.

A motherboard with a cutting-edge live-action gaming system
Two sides of a custom-molded chassis
One precision-cut glass lens
11 different electronic parts
One custom red dot scope (optional)
One rechargeable NiMh heavy-duty battery
Various screws and more than 6 feet (2 meters) of cable.

Yes, the laser tag system itself is patented. Our production team manufactures up to hundreds of units each month. At full capacity, the production line can produce up to 30 or more laser tag guns (taggers) per day.

Designed & Made in Australia

You might be surprised to learn that these world-class laser tag guns are designed and manufactured in Australia.

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Laser Tag Gun With Patented Technology

At the core of every Battlefield Sports laser tag gun is the patented SATR live-action gaming engine, which provides:

Real-time hit feedback.
Peer-to-peer operation
Portable & hassle-free setup
No need for Wi-Fi or Internet connection.

There's no need to wait for a printout; gamers get instant feedback.

With the addition of the SATR-Go! Scoreboard app gaming statistics are displayed to players in real-time on a Windows laptop or tablet.

commercial laser tag equipment rear view

Built Tough

"Our best-selling model, the Awesome Cobra, is housed in a robust polycarbonate case," says Peter Lander, Founder of Battlefield Sports.

The Laser Tag guns combine infrared technology and digital radio for epic gameplay.

Here’s a simplified breakdown:

Infrared Sensors: The laser tag guns emit infrared light, which is detected by sensors on the target. When a player is hit, the sensor registers the infrared signal and activates a response.
Multi-modal Communication: The equipment provides immediate feedback through lights, sounds, or vibrations, indicating a successful hit. This real-time feedback is crucial for gameplay and strategy.
Digital Radio: Advanced systems, like SATR, use a peer-to-peer digital radio network to sync gameplay among players, enabling seamless interaction without the need for complex installation.
Scoring and Statistics: Some systems integrate with apps or scoreboards to track and display player statistics, enhancing the gaming experience with detailed performance insights.

How does Laser Tag equipment work?

Most modern laser tag work using a combination of infrared and digital radio.

Infrared is a kind of light. It is invisible and harmless, just like a TV remote control. When a player pulls the trigger on a laser tagger it will emit an infrared beam. This beam shoots in a straight line.

Modern Laser Tag systems also use digital radio to activate specific actions in a game. For example, say a player has 5 hit points and they've been tagged out, they return to their base and simply stand near a medic box in their base. The computer in the medic box will respawn that player, and then they can return to the game for a bit of "pay back!".

Assembly & Quality Control

With the enclosure prepared and the electronics in place, the next step is the assembly process.

"Timing is of the essence," said Ben Lander, our BFS Tech CO. "We have to make sure we have all the components on hand ready to be installed at the proper time, otherwise the whole production line can crawl to a halt."

Once assembled, the laser tag equipment undergoes a thorough quality control check.

This ensures that Battlefield Sports delivers precisely what the Battlefield Operator ordered.

commercial laser tag equipment head sensor domes

Laser Tag Kit

A typical laser tag system consists of a laser tag gun (also known as a gaming gun, laser tagger, or phaser).

The laser taggers emit infrared and register hits on our ingenious Optik Sensors.

Despite the sport being called "laser tag," there are no real lasers; instead, digital infrared and digital radio signals are used.

Players shoot at the laser tag gun's sensors to score a hit.

The sensors are usually integrated into the gun barrel and on the player's head, secured with a headband.

In traditional laser tag, players wear sensors attached to a vest.

The objective is to aim your laser tagger at your opponent and hit one of their sensors.

Just like in a video game, players have several hit points. (The operator can configure this number.)

Hit Points Vary By Game

If playing the Battle Royale game in the Live-Action Gaming theme, for example, players start with 100 hit points.

But when playing a simple Team Elimination game in the Laser Tag theme, players start the game with 5 hit points.

How to Build a Laser Tag Gun: Summing Up

Laser tag has evolved from dark, foggy mazes to a versatile outdoor experience.

While the laser tag guns seem simple, the supporting technology is highly advanced.

The sophisticated system includes:

* Real-time scoring

Immersive light and sound effects

Teamwork, strategy, and accurate aiming.

This patented laser tag system, designed and manufactured in Australia, is built to withstand rigorous play.

Have you experienced it in action yet?


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