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Product Evaluation
VL 2000 Shredder
What is the VL-2000? The VL-2000
was the first 'electronic' paintball feeder. The VL-2000 has an electronic
sensor that controls a fan inside the feeder. When no paintballs are in the
feed tube, the sensor activates the fan. This causes the paintballs to drop
into the place, simultaneously turning the fan off. The fan only runs when
the feed tube is empty.
DESCRIPTION (Shredder):
The VL-2000 "Shredder" is almost
identical to it's predecessor, the second generation VL-2000. A second battery
compartment has been added below the original one. The new compartment 'slides'
into the battery cover track, and is held firmly in place with a Phillips
head screw. The fan blade has been replaced by a much heavier four-blade
agitator.
OBSERVATIONS:
The fan inside the Shredder
turns with much more torque than the original. This is especially helpful
in preventing balls from jamming when the feeder is full. Even with the second
battery added, the Shredder will not operate as long with two batteries as
the original VL-2000 did with one, because of the additional weight of the
fan blade. Still, the batteries will last weeks since the fan only runs a
few seconds at a time.
During field testing, the
Shredder operated flawlessly. We observed no misfeeds (using an Automag)
or any other problems while firing 2000+ rounds.
CONCLUSION:
At a retail price of $115,
the Shredder is designed with the very serious player in mind. The Shredder
is well made, extremely durable and even with the high price tag, a very
good value. PCRI is pleased to award the Shredder from CM Support, our FOUR
STAR SEAL OF QUALITY.
(Editors
Note: Brass Eagle has recently purchased CM Support/Viewloader.)
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