I see several 21-22degree nailers in the stores. What is better the 30 degree of 20ish degree nailer?
1185305
30 Degree will allow you to get into tighter openings when you are trying to nail something.
1185306
I have always used the 30 degree framing nailer and am very happy with them. I guess it is a matter of preference.
1185307
I really don't know which is better. You will probably get used to either. What I looked for was whether I would be able to buy the nails for the gun I selected, cheaply and readily available. If you go to Lowes or Home Depot and they have a large stock of 30 degree nails then that tells me that the contractors are using the 30 degree nails more and you should too. Go with what most of the gun manufacturers are using. Don't go with an odd ball type. Your gun won't be any good if you can't find nails for it in the future. Hope that helps you. Also, I really liked the Porter-Cable. It performed well, was good priced, and the nails are cheap and available. I really don't know which is better. You will probably get used to either. What I looked for was whether I would be able to buy the nails for the gun I selected, cheaply and readily available. If you go to Lowes or Home Depot and they have a large stock of 30 degree nails then that tells me that the contractors are using the 30 degree nails more and you should too. Go with what most of the gun manufacturers are using. Don't go with an odd ball type. Your gun won't be any good if you can't find nails for it in the future. Hope that helps you. Also, I really liked the Porter-Cable. It... » Read More I really don't know which is better. You will probably get used to either. What I looked for was whether I would be able to buy the nails for the gun I selected, cheaply and readily available. If you go to Lowes or Home Depot and they have a large stock of 30 degree nails then that tells me that the contractors are using the 30 degree nails more and you should too. Go with what most of the gun manufacturers are using. Don't go with an odd ball type. Your gun won't be any good if you can't find nails for it in the future. Hope that helps you. Also, I really liked the Porter-Cable. It performed well, was good priced, and the nails are cheap and available. « Show Less
71501
If this is the 18ga nailer, then 1"-2" is what I usually use. You might get 5/8" or 3/4" also.
1703205
I don't know about all that stuff, I'm new with my nailer so I bought bostitch nails. So far I've used 2 inch and 1 1/4 both are great with no problems. If you ry them the worse case is they jam and you have to get them out, go for it!
1526302
Use standard nails for nail guns from any hardware supplier... nothing special. I like this gun.
1468639
I have used Hitachi Exterior 2 in. X .113 in. 21 degree round head nails and Grip Rite Galvanized 2-3/8 in. x .113 in. 21 degree round head nails in mine and they worked great.
1918330
I would use cleats instead of staples if I were you. Make sure to max out your PSI for the nailer plus 10/20 PSI.
1647909
Not sure. I bought mines at Home depot. "Grip Rite" 21 deg /4000 nails 3 1/4" for around 50 bucks. Not a jam after more than 1000 shots. The Max is amazing.
750566
This nailer uses plastic collated strip nails which is 21 degree. As far as I know all plastic collated strip nails are angled between 20-22 degrees that which any of these angles can be used with this nail gun. The 35 degree paper collated nails won't fit in this nail gun.
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I use a 2.5 horsepower 10 gallon compressor and it has plenty of air to do the job with the framing nailer. Currently set it between 90 to 100lbs and it has great penatration. The 15 and 18 gauge nailers use less air and I adjust the air pressure to anywhere between 45 to 80 lbs depends on the material I am using and again it works great. With the 10 gallon compressor you have a light weight unit that you can move around if needed and you never run out of air even on big jobs. Of course if you have a larger compressor, it will be a mute point. Excellent nailers and work well with 10 gallon oil type compressors. I use a 2.5 horsepower 10 gallon compressor and it has plenty of air to do the job with the framing nailer. Currently set it between 90 to 100lbs and it has great penatration. The 15 and 18 gauge nailers use less air and I adjust the air pressure to anywhere between 45 to 80 lbs depends on the material I am using and again it works great. With the 10 gallon compressor you have a light weight unit that you can move around if needed and you never run out of air even on big jobs. Of course if you have a larger compressor, it will be a mute point. Excellent nailers and work well with 10 gallon... » Read More I use a 2.5 horsepower 10 gallon compressor and it has plenty of air to do the job with the framing nailer. Currently set it between 90 to 100lbs and it has great penatration. The 15 and 18 gauge nailers use less air and I adjust the air pressure to anywhere between 45 to 80 lbs depends on the material I am using and again it works great. With the 10 gallon compressor you have a light weight unit that you can move around if needed and you never run out of air even on big jobs. Of course if you have a larger compressor, it will be a mute point. Excellent nailers and work well with 10 gallon oil type compressors. « Show Less
1007124
I used some of the 22 degree without a problem. I've used Bostich guns for 30 years prior to this gun & this is as good as any I've used. t's a great nailer
1239846
There is no gauge listed on nailer. This nailer uses L-shaped flooring nails which for the 3/4 inch flooring I installed .used Bostitch FLN-200 2 inch nails which worked great. Layed over 800sf of flooring and nailer worked perfect--no problems.
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
1357537
I have used two different brands so far. As long as the nails are plastic coated, 21 degree I believe any brand would work. The best prices I have found on nails is at harbor freight. 2500 nails for around $28. I have used 2 1/2" and 3 1/2"
345671
I'm not sure if there is a standard angle for the nails but the Paslode CF325 uses 30 degree nails. Most of the other framing nailers I've seen use a different angle.
1154051
I wouldn't, even though it probably could be used. This model of nailer drives 16 gauge wire nails, or finish nails. They have very small heads that would drive too far into the material. It would be better to use the construction grade nailer which drives nails with larger, flatter heads. The 8 penny equivalent nail should be used for sheathing like 1/2" OSB.
95040
On the 1.5" galvanized nail, I have not used that length but any brand will work as long as it is 21 - 22 degree and plastic collated. I presently use several different brands.The metal connector nails are hardened nails used to connect steel connectors such as joist hangers, truss anchors, hurricane ties, ect, and yes they are also 21-22 degrees and plastic collated. I have only used the Bostich brand on these. They are to be used with the pointed guide that comes with the gun vs the flat guide. FYI, about 20% of the nails I put into the metal connectors missed the hole completely yet I had no problems with either the gun or the nails. On the 1.5" galvanized nail, I have not used that length but any brand will work as long as it is 21 - 22 degree and plastic collated. I presently use several different brands.The metal connector nails are hardened nails used to connect steel connectors such as joist hangers, truss anchors, hurricane ties, ect, and yes they are also 21-22 degrees and plastic collated. I have only used the Bostich brand on these. They are to be used with the pointed guide that comes with the gun vs the flat guide. FYI, about 20% of the nails I put into the metal connectors missed the hole... » Read More On the 1.5" galvanized nail, I have not used that length but any brand will work as long as it is 21 - 22 degree and plastic collated. I presently use several different brands.The metal connector nails are hardened nails used to connect steel connectors such as joist hangers, truss anchors, hurricane ties, ect, and yes they are also 21-22 degrees and plastic collated. I have only used the Bostich brand on these. They are to be used with the pointed guide that comes with the gun vs the flat guide. FYI, about 20% of the nails I put into the metal connectors missed the hole completely yet I had no problems with either the gun or the nails. « Show Less
2158053
as long as you are not in a tight corner you should have no problem. Gun is great. Used for garage shelving, shed and porch extension. No problems. Only issue is that they do not sell the nails at your local hardware stores or at HD or Lowes. Need to order online. Not a bad deal as long as you have what you need. If you run out, you wait until the mail comes.