What size range of brads can this nailer use? I have seen lots of review that say 2 inches, but how short of a brad can you use?
1714637
Hi! According to the label on the gun the 18 gage brad range is as follows: 3/8", 5/8", 3/4", 1", 1-3/16", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 1-5/8", 2".... I have used 3/4", 1", 1-14" & 2" ......Hope this helps
1714638
I have used one to two inch nails. I believe the nailer could handle anything down to one fourth inch.
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.
138118
The manual that came with the nailer says the minimum is 1 1/4 inches and the maximum is 2 1/2 inches (all 15 gauge). I have not used anything except the Hitachi 2 inch.
1511604
Brads are common 18 gauge, it's about the length of the nails but the thickness (gauge). Larger the Gauge, the more holding power the nail has. Brad nails are the same as 15-16 guage nails but those nails are called finishing for the purpose which they are needed. 23-gauge nails are the same as brads but they are usually called pinners because they are very thin.
2182607
I may be wrong, but i think that 28 degree nails are metal collated. They would never work. Besides that i think 30 degrees is the minimum for this nailer
1991298
I just used 5/8" brad nail by accident and they worked fine. I didn't even realize it till after. I only used about 8 though. I would still like to see what Wen says.
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.
1539426
I have not use for any brad nails yet, but I believe its can, because its said can use for brad nails up to 2"
1950106
It does well with 2" brads into plaster/lathe, drywall, wood, or soft platics. Brads will not work into brick, no matter what type of nailer you use. Brads are very thin. They will bend if you try to drive them into brick or concrete.
1526076
The closest nail we would have in stock is model, SLP20XP XtremePro 18-Gauge 1-5/8 in. Oil-Free Brad Nailer Kit.
1592155
Hi, the nailer comes with two spacers - one is 1/2" and the other is 25/32" - pretty close to the 3/4 you're installing. My floor is 3/4 oak as well. Used the 2" L-Cleats. It does take a little practice to get the hammer force just right. Make sure the nailer is set tight above the tongue and flat on the board/flooring before you strike. You'll understand once you see it.
1337306
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.
1024161
I don't recall since I bought different sized brads when I bought this nailer. I think it was 3/4".
1007123
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
150266
I am using the BOSTITCH FLN-200 2-Inch Flooring L-Nail for our ¾ engineered hardwood. That is the recommended size for this wood and the nailer is putting it into the floor no problem.
689873
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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*2" *Use in Bostitch MIIIFN hardwood flooring nailer & MFN200 manual flooring cleat nailer