I'm new to nailers. Do the 2" finish nails go with the 2 1/2 in straight finish nailer, or the 2" brad nailer?
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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.
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.
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The 2 1/2" nailer is made for 16 ga. nails, the other nailer is an 18 ga. nailer and this is the one you would use with the supplied finish nails. The 2 1/2" model will accommodate any 16 ga. nails up to 2 1/2", they do not have to necessarily be that length though. I believe your nail shank diameter (gauge) need to match the nailer but please refer to the documentation that came with it.
344420
This nailer only shoots 15.5 or 16 gauge nails. I used 16 gauge nails to install my 5/8 bamboo. Worked great.
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If you do a search for the Bostitch framing nailer you will see that is requires 28 deg. I ended up buying Bostitch nails just to be safe but any manufacturer that makes them in 28 deg will work.
71501
If this is the 18ga nailer, then 1"-2" is what I usually use. You might get 5/8" or 3/4" also.
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It definitely WILL shoot 5/8" 18 gauge brad nails. I had a variety pack of nails including 100 5/8" nails which I shot through my Wen nailer with no problems and no malfunctions. I just received an order of 5000 Dewalt 5/8" brad nails which I use to attach miniature cedar roofing shakes (made from cedar shims) to my birdhouses. Have not had any problems so far.
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The description Amazon attributes to the manufacturer states: "...fires 15-gauge nails from 1-1/4-inch to 2-1/2-inch." I haven't tried anything shorter, and I'd be hesitant to do so without seeing something from Hitachi that says it's okay. I've been fortunate enough to have an 18 gauge brad nailer/stapler (Senco) that has handled everything I've asked of it. If I'm using only a 1" fastener, 18 gauge is normally sufficient. If not, spacing them a little more closely should make up the difference in shear strength, IMHO. In most cases, I'd probably just use a 1-1/4" 15 gauge nail (if I had some handy), rather than getting out the other tool. I can see where that wouldn't always work, but as I said, the lighter gauge fasteners should normally work for applications using material so light as to preclude use of the longer ones. I didn't look. Do the other brands' 15 gauge finish nailers handle shorter nails?
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Leo, I am away from the tool right now, but got either 1 inch or 1.25 inch brads with the nailer. Hope this helps you.
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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.
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The manual specifically states brad length of 5/8 to 1-3/8 inches. Haven't tried 1/2, so not sure of they'll work.
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I'm a master carpenter/contractor for many years. Typically - when you toenail - either by hand or with a framing gun - the nail head does not seat all the way into the 2 x 4/6/8/10 whatever. The reason to have a palm nailer is primarily to nail joist hangers and joists to rim joists since typically a framing gun won't fit between the joists and it is very hard to hit the holes in the joist hangers with a framing hammer. The whole idea is to be able drive nails in framing where space is tight. The palm nailer will drive the nails into framing stock to an acceptable point but is does not bury the head of the nail which isn't really neccessary. I'm a master carpenter/contractor for many years. Typically - when you toenail - either by hand or with a framing gun - the nail head does not seat all the way into the 2 x 4/6/8/10 whatever. The reason to have a palm nailer is primarily to nail joist hangers and joists to rim joists since typically a framing gun won't fit between the joists and it is very hard to hit the holes in the joist hangers with a framing hammer. The whole idea is to be able drive nails in framing where space is tight. The palm nailer will drive the nails into framing stock to an acceptable point but is does not... » Read More I'm a master carpenter/contractor for many years. Typically - when you toenail - either by hand or with a framing gun - the nail head does not seat all the way into the 2 x 4/6/8/10 whatever. The reason to have a palm nailer is primarily to nail joist hangers and joists to rim joists since typically a framing gun won't fit between the joists and it is very hard to hit the holes in the joist hangers with a framing hammer. The whole idea is to be able drive nails in framing where space is tight. The palm nailer will drive the nails into framing stock to an acceptable point but is does not bury the head of the nail which isn't really neccessary. « Show Less
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This is a GREAT finish nailer; I would not use this to nail 3/4" stock (1x4-1x6 lumber). It is good for a decorative lattice at the top;). 1x4 or 1x6, or even 1x8 will 'cup' as they say, therfore due to cupping you need a nail/screw with a large 'head' ( 6 penny common galvanized at least). You could use this Wen to 'tack' your pieces (and then use larger nails or screws later). ;)
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We are using BOSTITCH FLN-200 2-Inch Flooring L-Nail for ¾ engineered hardwood. That is the recommended size for this wood and the nailer is putting it into the floor no problem.
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I used the 15 gage on 3/4" stock (into 2x4 frameing) and it worked great. Baseboards I have not gotten to yet but my plan would be to try the 15 gage and if it blows through the wood or cracks go with the brad nailer. Good luck!
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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:BOSTITCH F21PL Round Head 1-1/2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer with Positive Placement Tip and Magnesium Housing
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Im sorry, I returned this item and I dont recall.It was a gift, and the recieve already had a similiar nailer.
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I bought my nailer at Lowes and they don't carry the size nail I needed. So I bought the needed size in the Hitachi brand which Lowes did carry. I used about 500 nails and not one jam.
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Fc uses clipped head nails, usually cheaper to buy. FR uses round head. I would check out Home Depot . Com for the RIDGID nailers. They have an awesome warranty