DOES TEMPERATURE HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT?
Yes. For the ADVANCED TASER M18, the batteries limit the effectiveness in cold and extremely hot temperatures. Alkaline batteries perform poorly at freezing temperatures. However, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries can be substituted in a freezing climate, as their performances are better suited in colder climates. The heat issue is only an issue if the ADVANCED TASER were left sitting in the sun, once again adversely affecting the batteries. The TASER X26C uses lithium batteries that provide superior cold weather performance. However, the batteries will drain faster in cold environments – so you will get fewer total discharges in cold environments. The X26C has a built-in digital battery indicator that is calibrated to account for the effects of cold weather on battery condition. As for the Air Cartridge, it utilizes compressed nitrogen (an inert gas). The TASER compressed air capsules have successfully held their charges at temperatures of minus 20º F and up to 160º F
