Nelson Action
The generic term for any pump action operating system or components
thereof, that resemble or actually duplicate the action of the Nelspot 007.
Essentially is an action where the hammer, bolt and valve assembly is in
line and makes use of a power tube.
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Neoprene
A closed cell rubber foam material used in scuba diving suits, used in paintball for tank and loader covers.
Neutral
The term that applies to a player who cannot be shot at or cannot shot or move. A referee has the authority to call a player neutral in certain circumstances, such as a paint check.
Newbie
A first time or beginning player.
Nitro
Nitrogen or a nitrogen powered paintmarker. I.E. A Nitro Automag. Is
also used, in this case, for a marker powered by high pressure air. The
Nitro Automag mentioned could, in fact be powered by high pressure air,
not nitrogen.
Nitrogen
This is one of the two "alternate CO2" gasses becoming popular.
Nitrogen (N2) is basically pressurized gas system. The N2 system is
charged by pressure, not by weight, as CO2 systems are. Because the
pressures are much higher than CO2, a regulator must be in place between
the power source and the marker or the marker's internal systems may be
damaged, or actually explode. Many markers are now factory designed to
withstand the higher pressures. However, the regulator is still required
to control gas flow and aid in adjusting velocity. Components used for
CO2 systems (such as hoses, elbows, couplers, etc) are not compatible to
N2 systems. This system has been adopted due to its lack of liquid and
thus its performance is little effected by ambient air temperature. Two
troubles which have plagued CO2 powered systems, especially when used
during elevated rates of fire.
For more detailed information on Gas Safety see Pressurized Gas Safety in Durty Dan's Paintball Information Services.
Nubbin
The Airgun Designs term for a ball flag. In this case, the nubbin is not
attached to the body of the Automag (and its variants) but secured to the
barrel with o-rings. It can be used as a generic term for an anti-double
feed device. It is originally a British term meaning a small nub or piece.
It is used generally as an alternate to "whatchamacallit", "thingie", "doo-
dad" and other highly technical terms.
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