At least 4 hours for a Surge but we always recommend overnight charging upon the purchase of a new blaster.
Hydrating your Gellets is easy!
Failing to completely hydrate your Gellets® may cause the Gel Blaster to function poorly. Overnight soaking is recommended.
**Note**:Gellets® will expand 10x their size. Make sure you use a big enough container and plenty of water. A 1 gallon bucket works great for hydrating a 10,000 Gellet pack.
Don't worry about using too much water. You cannot overhydrate your Gellets™.
Store hydrated Gellets™ in an airtight container, away from the elements and direct sunlight.
Hydrated Gellets® will last up to 2 weeks in an airtight container. Fully submerge the Gellets® in water for storage of up to 3 months. Keep dehydrated Gellets® dry until ready to use.
The next evolution of fun! Gel Blasters are new revolutionary blasters that blast water based Gellets®.
Gellets® are colorful absorbent beads that disintegrate on contact and begin their dehydration process.
Provides just enough sting to make it exciting! It feels like getting hit with a rubber band—a quick, minor sting. You probably won't even notice because you'll be too busy laughing.
Nope! Gel Blasters blast eco-safe Gellets®. Gellets® are small, colorful, water-based beads. When Gellets disintegrate on impact, they begin to dehydrate, meaning in time, all evidence of battle is gone!
The Gel Blaster Surge blasts up to 100ft (30m), although we recommend playing at close range. It's much more fun.
Yes and no. Less pain. Less prep. Less mess. Same fun!
Gel Blasters differ from airsoft or paintball in that they don't leave behind any mess, are eco-friendly and non-toxic, require less prep, and are less painful (but still sting just enough to keep it exciting!). We promise they're just as much fun, if not more.
Gellets® last indefinitely when dehydrated, and up to 3 months when submerged in water.
Yes. As opposed to some water bead products that expand to unsafe sizes, Gellets® stop expanding at just about 7.5 mm, making them half the size of objects found to safely pass through the digestive system if they were to be consumed.
If you are looking for specific information regarding this, please refer Foreign Body Ingestion in Children, available at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29618175/.
Gel blasters can be safe for kids aged 14 and older when used with adult supervision and proper safety gear, such as protective eyewear.
Getting hit with a Gellet® provides just enough sting to make it exciting! It feels like getting hit with a rubber band—a quick, minor sting. You probably won't even notice because you'll be too busy laughing.
Gel blaster balls are non-toxic and made from biodegradable materials, typically a superabsorbent polymer (SAP), which is safe for humans. They are designed to dissolve quickly when exposed to water or moisture. However, gel blaster balls should not be ingested as they could cause digestive issues or blockages if swallowed.
No, gel blaster balls are not edible. While they are made from non-toxic and biodegradable materials, typically superabsorbent polymers, they are designed for shooting, not consumption.
Gel blaster balls are non-toxic to animals, as they are made from biodegradable superabsorbent polymers. However, if ingested, they can cause digestive problems or blockages, particularly in smaller animals. It is important to keep gel blaster balls away from pets, especially dogs or cats, to prevent accidental consumption and potential health risks.
Yes, gel blasters are classified as toys in the UK, meaning they are legal for use in private settings. However, they must not be used in public or in a way that could be mistaken for a real weapon. Additionally, it is illegal to shoot at others, as this could lead to charges under assault or public safety laws.
Gel blasters are legal in the UK, provided they are used on private property and not in public places. However, their use in public spaces or in a way that resembles a real firearm can lead to legal consequences. There is no specific UK Act that outright bans gel blasters, but misuse could violate the Firearms Act 1968 or the Criminal Justice Act 1988 if they are perceived as imitation firearms. Always use them responsibly and ensure compliance with local guidelines.
No, having a Gel Blaster doesn't get you arrested but if used in general public you may get arrested.
Age of 14 or above are generally recommended.
Gel blasters can be dangerous if not used with caution. The primary risk is eye injury, as the gel balls are propelled with force and can cause serious damage if proper eye protection is not worn.
No, you cannot take gel blasters on a plane. Gel blasters are considered weapons or replica firearms by aviation security, and carrying them on an aircraft is prohibited.
In the UK, gel blasters are classified as toys, but since they resemble imitation firearms, no license is required for private use.
Yes, it is illegal to shoot someone with a gel blaster in the UK, especially in public. Gel blasters are often treated as imitation firearms under UK law, and using one to shoot another person could be considered assault with an imitation firearm.
No. Gellets® retain a small, safe size - half the size of objects found to safely pass the digestive system, and are currently compliantly sold globally.
The recently recalled Chuckle & Roar water beads and the recalled WaterBalz product from 2012 both expanded to unsafe sizes. WaterBalz expanded to the “size of a racquetball” and the Chuckle & Roar products were advertised as “jumbo.”
Yes. Gel Blaster brand products have undergone rigorous testing by independent third-party laboratories. These tests confirm that the Gellets® included with our products meet all safety and regulatory standards.