Timing Systems Overview

Timing systems govern the sequence in which internal marker components operate. Regardless of design, each shot requires the bolt to move, the breech to seal, the valve to open for a defined interval, and the system to reset for the next firing event. Timing determines how these events overlap or follow one another.

Mechanical timing systems use fixed physical relationships to determine sequence behavior. Spring tension, hammer mass, lever geometry, and pneumatic return forces dictate how quickly parts move. Once manufactured, these relationships remain generally consistent unless components wear or environmental factors alter their performance.

Electronic timing systems incorporate sensor inputs, programmable control boards, and solenoids. These components allow fine control of actuation intervals, including valve open time, solenoid energizing periods, and reset timing. Timing parameters in electronic platforms determine how long the valve allows gas to flow, when bolt motion begins relative to the shot event, and how quickly the system prepares for the next cycle.

In both mechanical and electronic architectures, timing directly interacts with internal pressure behavior and airflow dynamics. When timing remains consistent, shot characteristics such as velocity and cycle feel remain stable. When timing relationships change due to wear or external variables, performance changes follow predictable mechanical and pneumatic patterns.