Can I use any brand nailers with the NuMax SFL618 ? Recommendations...Bostitch ok ?
493390
I ordered the nails with the nailer and I don't remember what brand came wih it.
1239845
I bought this nailer and never used it yet ! I bought 16 gauge nails for it ( Stanley bostotch L cleats ) waiting until the year to tear up my floor
1542755
That's a pretty vague question. Best value, at driving nails, durability, colour? I feel its a pretty decent nailer at that cost. I think I like hitachi better for ease of use and balance, however a bostitch is cheaper to repair. I think its the same as asking what brand of truck is better. Depends on what is important to you and features you like.
351175
I would go with a larger 18 gauge nailer. I owned this gun for a little less than a year before it gave up and died. I wouldn't buy it again.
344420
This nailer only shoots 15.5 or 16 gauge nails. I used 16 gauge nails to install my 5/8 bamboo. Worked great.
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.
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
459882
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.
172821
no it is not recomended for this because it is too big either you can damage the gun or the head of the nail would not be well hammered i boutgh these on amazon Freeman FN18L150 18-Gauge Cleatsor found them in Home Depotyou can try if you want but it would be your decision good luck
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.
1754878
i use stainless nails a good place to buy them is cpo outlets online any 15 degree siding nail should work i use bostitch good luck bob
152828
I think that you would rather have the siding nailer,BOSTITCH N66C-1 1-1/4-inch to 2-1/2-inch Coil Siding Nailer with Aluminum Housing. The siding nailer will put ring shanks into cement siding. The RN46 is a roofing gun, the heads on the nails would be too big.
2217576
Absolutely... The one I bought has a reset issue, but otherwise works great with up to 2inch nails. I load a half rack of nails instead of a full rack and that seems to help. I bought mine for $120. Well worth it!!!
1845426
If I remember correctly, all Paslode Framing Nailers take a 30 degree nail strip. I remember discussions of how Paslode makes us buy their nails because we can't use the more common 20 degree or 22 degree strips. But, t's a good nail that is code compliant where other manufacturers nails are not. So, to answer your question; yes, I believe they should work fine. Hope this helps.
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.
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.
1526302
Use standard nails for nail guns from any hardware supplier... nothing special. I like this gun.