Does this gun shoot an 18 gauge nail? Can't use 16 gauge on bamboo
344419
David, I no longer own the Ramsond nailer, I never really used it much so I sold it, sorry I couldn't be of more help.
344420
This nailer only shoots 15.5 or 16 gauge nails. I used 16 gauge nails to install my 5/8 bamboo. Worked great.
195654
Will not work with 18 ga nails. If you could see 18 and 15.5 side by side you would understand. Great tool for the money though
1308356
The 18 gauge nail are smaller than the 16 for trim work and floor i would recomend u the 18 gauge cause is easier to patch the hole that the nail leaves
1016597
Yes it does. In fact, I had the unit turned up too high for a fascia I was installing, and the nails actually went through the entire board. There is a '' thumb screw'' type adjustment around the trigger area. I also want to note that I have had some mis-fires, but I only imagine that might be the case with other brands of nails guns also.
831580
The nails used in this gun are straight and don't have a large head on them. They aren't standard nails. The ones it uses are BOSTITCH BT1309B 1-Inch 18-Gauge Brads, 3000 per Box as you can tell the head is barely there.
559244
The 18ga brad is too thin for your application and will bend when trying to go through thick decking floor. You should consider something larger than 16ga for decking, like a framing nailer. I have both a brad nailer and a Dewalt 16ga finish nailer. The Dewalt is great for base and cove molding. The brad nailer is for lighter materials or thin materials that split easily.
1279665
Yes it did a great job of driving these nails. The 1 3/4 inch nail is what I used. I just turned down the output from the compressor to about 80 psi and went to work. There are also depth adjustments on the gun itself. I only used mine for one job and then put it back into a box until next time that I might need it. I am really happy with this purchase. Hope this helps.Mike. (Joy is my wife)
297849
No, you have to buy the bigger model which shoots a full 3-1/2" nail. The advantage to this gun is its lighter weight and easier maneuverability. Because it is smaller it will only shoot a 3-1/4" nail
396576
1.5" nails will not work with this gun. You need a positive placement gun for the hanger nails. The only framing nailer I know of that also does 1.5" positive placement nails is the Bostitch: http://www.amazon.com/BOSTITCH-F21PL-Positive-Placement-Magnesium/dp/B000A79HWA/ref=pd_sim_sbs_hi_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=0PR44BHE2G14VH0NKF9F
1567349
It will go up to 21/2 inch and your nails are coil nails you should be good. It does have adjustments for the height of the nail. Very good gun. Never jams.
831579
No. This gun only accepts 18 ga. brads. That would not work well for fence boards. You might consider a nail gun that accepts crown staples, or a framing nailer.
1092295
No just 16 guage nails. 18 guage nails are to small in diameter to function in the gun.
323593
Hello, It uses standard 18gage finish nails not cleats. I did stranded bamboo as well and liked the nails over the staples as it did not split the tongue and there was not any concerns about the crown of the staple not being set enough to allow the next piece to fit firmly in place. It worked flawlessly and only misfired when it hit an nail in the sub floor, and all jams were easy to clear.
250152
My Senco nails did not work in this gun. My guess is that Bostitch made the gun so you need special Bostitch nails to use in it. They are fairly priced, so I have not concerned myself with what angle the gun is. It is a great gun that satisfactory replaced a 40 year old Senco SFN II that has probably shot over a million nails.
1733524
First off, remember that this is not a bb gun, bb guns shoot metal bearings and shoot faster. Second, 18 :P
912644
I'd say do not buy either one!! The 16ga I bought was a piece of junk!! Jambed every 4-5 nails and it is not easy to clear. Took it to a repair shop and they charged me more than half of what I paid for it!! JUNK. Buy a MAX nailer and forget about Hitachi. You have been warned.
1353594
No problem. I've used it on 3/8" thick siding with great results along with heavy framing and metal connectors. I've found on the 1 1/2 - 2" nails you will need to turn your pressure down to about 50 psi and then ajust it up until you get the right penetration. I would suggest that if this is the only application you will be using this on, get a lighter gun. If you want an all purpose gun, this is the one to get.