Hi all. Which nailer should I get if I want to build wood cabinet, table, framing counter. 18 gauge Brad nailer or 16 gauge finish nailer? Thx!
2082475
Brad nails are small easier to hide I have both mostly use brads for fine finish workFinish nailer for door trim etc
2082476
It is an excellent tool and I have the 18 gauge and have repaired cabinetry with it. DQ
2082477
not sure you can get one that fits all jobs. BUT I have the brad nailer and haven't had to resort to any other, mostly trim and finishing work.
1096350
It depends on if they are 16 gauge or 18 gauge nails. Typically the brad nailer is 18 gauge, but check on the gun to confirm that.
2033766
Yes this is a finish nailer, so it uses finish nails. I have used it to install moulding in a house. It works flawlessly for that pupose. I also used it to nail 3/4 inch poplar boards together with mixed results - some of the nails turned out the sides if the nailer was not very perpendicular to the boards. If you are planning to use harder wood or boards thicker than standard household moulding, I would recommend the 16 gauge nailer.
1812522
I have used my finish nailers with no problem. I have not used my framing nailer with it, but do not anticipate a problem.
1308358
The higher the gauge the smaller the head. 16 gauge has a larger head and most guns can shoot up to 2 1/2" nails. 18 gauge has a smaller head but not vey many guns will shoot the 2" nail. The bigger the head the bigger the hole but also better hold. I recommend owning both and eventually get a 23 gauge. Rocky
751084
I really haven't seen the hitachi gun, but I'm really pleased with the Porter Cable pin nailer that I bought. I also own a Porter Cable Brad nail gun too.I have always believed in buying really good makes of specialised equipment, no matter what sort of hobby/trade that I have been in. In the long run they always last!
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.
286160
Q1 - I use 3 1/4 inch (10d, I think) for framing ... works great. Q2 - This nailer is plenty good for the home DIY person and absolutely will handle your outdoor shed. Mine seems to work best at 90-95 psi. I am not sure it would hold up in production framing, but I haven't had one problem with mine. Take the time to "get to know" your nailer so that you aim straight, and don't split studs from getting too close to the edge.
1096349
I'm not an expert but make sure you check the gauge of the nails or brads that you plan to use, you need to use the correct gun to shoot different gauges, wrong sizes might fit but not fire by your nailer. I would guess that if your gauges are correct you would want to use the finish nailer for your finish nails.. You can use smaller nails or brads than your gun allows just not larger ones.
1308357
Brad nails are formed from a fine 18 gauge wire, while finish nails are made from heavier 16 or 15 gauge wire. Finish nails are the correct choice for fastening larger crown and baseboard trim, brad nails are used to install smaller trim to help prevent splitting and to promote a cleaner looking job with less touch-up work after the nailing is done.
950740
I use Hitachi fasteners. GEt mine at Lowe's. Used the Stapler and Angle Finish Nailer today. Built our 16'x16' deck with the Framing nailer. Great set of tools. LOOK here: http://www.lowes.com/Search=hitachi+nails?storeId=10151&langId;=-1&catalogId;=10051&N=0&newSearch;=true&Ntt;=hitachi+nails#!&Ns;=p_product_price|0&page;=1&N;[]=0&N;[]=2z8vj&N;[]=2z8vk&N;[]=2z8vl&N;[]=2z8vm
1620445
This soinds loke a trick question. Let me ask this, is your base board 3" thick or does it stand 3" tall & is 3/4" thick? If it's 3/4" thick, a 2 1/2" brad will work & this nailer will shoot them well!
580285
I have used these in 2 different brad nailers with positive results. As long as your nailed takes 18 gage straight you should be ok.
559243
Brad nails are formed from a fine 18 gauge wire, while finish nails are made from heavier 16 or 15 gauge wire. Finish nails are the correct choice for fastening larger crown and baseboard trim, brad nails are used to install smaller trim to help prevent splitting and to promote a cleaner looking job with less touch-up work after the nailing is done. The initial tool purchased by most customers is some kind of brad nailer to attach finish moldings. Heavier finish nails often split smaller moldings, so brads are preferred for the small trim pieces, or also for the lighter-weight moldings. Most folks who have used a hammer to drive small brads know how frustrating it can be when nails bend, and you can often ding the molding easily with the hammer. The brad nailer makes these small trim jobs a breeze with high-quality results. The brad nail also has a smaller head, which may not need to be concealed with carpenter's putty. When a nail is not puttied over, it's called a "shiner". Sometime a shiner is so small, it's difficult to be noticed. Brad nails leave such a small shiner, the putty touch-up may not be necessary. Of course, it all depends on the application, or how easy it will be for people to see the surfaces that you have nailed. The driven finish nail is almost always puttied over to conceal the shiner because it leaves a more visible hole in the wood surface. Again, for larger and heavier moldings the finish nail is the correct fastener to use. The finish nail offers more support and withdrawl resistance than the brads making them a better choice for the bigger trim installation. Most finish carpenters own and use both tools; a brad nailer for small moldings, and a finish nailer for larger base or crown moldings. Hope this helps.
1557478
I bought the NuMax SP123 23 pin nailer and it works very well. I do a lot of molding work and this gun is great.It leaves a very small pin hole (makes for easy sanding) and holds tight. Use high quality pin nails for best performance.
950738
The framing nailer and finish nailer will use the same degree nail as the nail gun. For the framing nailer that is 21 degree nails up to 3 1/2 inches long. They can be either full or partial head. The finish nailer uses a 34 degree angle nail, and I believe the length goes up to 2 3/4. The brad nailer uses 18 gauge brads up to 1 1/4 inches, and the stapler uses 18 gauge staples up to 1 1/4 inches. As far as the brand goes that does not matter as long as it is the correct angle or gauge for the gun being used
1394656
I had leftover brad nails that I got from Sears six years ago. Any 18 gauge nails should work.