Does this nailer also use finishing nails? And does it countersink the brads and nais? Thank You One more thing. Is it better to use 16 GA? or stay with 18? Building small projects like bird houses. Thanks again. Never used a nailer before. Old school....
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I purchased the nailer specifically for 18GA brads. 16GA can split small pieces of wood, quarter round, etc. I'm retired and use mine for interior trim and small woodworking projects using brads with glue or just brads. Once you use a pneumatic nailer, you will seldom, if ever, use a hammer and nail again. There is a depth adjustment on all nailers. Test the adjustment using a piece of scrap of same wood. Obviously, a brad won't sink as deeply into oak as pine. Happy nailing.
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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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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
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I honestly can not answer that for you right now. Hopefully someone else sees this and gives you an answer. I just started doing my own nails at home and I am a 1st time drill owner. I don't know much about this drill, other than how well it works. :-)
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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
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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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In order to use finishing nails you will have to use the PC Model FN250SB finishing nailer. The BN200C brad nailer can handle up to 2-inch 18 gauge brads. In regards to whether it will countersink, the answer is yes it will. In my humble opinion it is an ideal tool for building small projects. I too am old school, but quickly adapted to the convenience, speed, and neatness of using a brad nailer. Good luck!!
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Three finish nailers. Regular finish nails, pin nails, and micro pins. I bought this Hitachi and I am having a lot of trouble with it. Nails will not shoot consistently. I would look at Senco variety.
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Carl, you need to have an 18 gauge nailer for bamboo and really hard woods. The 18 gauge uses smaller nails and will not split the "tongue" of the tongue and groove boards. Sale's people sometimes can give you inaccurate info. We found this informationout when we were puchasing the nails for the gun.
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Do not use 15 gauge nailer for baseboard or crown molding I use it for exterior trims You need 16 gauge finish nailer Angled is more comfortable to operate and easier to use in corners ,use 2" nails for baseboard and crown molding
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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.
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The nail gun would work, but the brads wouldn't be strong enough. Fences can take quite a battering and be subjected to large forces (wind, earthquake, people etc). I wouldn't use 18 guage brads for this. In fact I wouldn't use finishing nails either - framing nails would be the better option and they should be galvanised or stainless.
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Hello. The larger compressor you use, the less the compressor stays on. If you are using the nailer near the compressor and don't mind the compressor cycling on and off (small compressor), then use the smaller pancake compressor. It also depends on how much you are using the nailer. If you are bump nailing and doing lots of work, a smaller compressor may have trouble keeping up with the pressure you are using. I use a small pancake compressor and the nailer does just fine because I don't use it but every 30 seconds to a minute or more. So, it really depends on how much $$ you are willing to spend for the largest compressor you can afford and still have it portable. Good luck. Hello. The larger compressor you use, the less the compressor stays on. If you are using the nailer near the compressor and don't mind the compressor cycling on and off (small compressor), then use the smaller pancake compressor. It also depends on how much you are using the nailer. If you are bump nailing and doing lots of work, a smaller compressor may have trouble keeping up with the pressure you are using. I use a small pancake compressor and the nailer does just fine because I don't use it but every 30 seconds to a minute or more. So, it really depends on how much $$ you are willing to... » Read More Hello. The larger compressor you use, the less the compressor stays on. If you are using the nailer near the compressor and don't mind the compressor cycling on and off (small compressor), then use the smaller pancake compressor. It also depends on how much you are using the nailer. If you are bump nailing and doing lots of work, a smaller compressor may have trouble keeping up with the pressure you are using. I use a small pancake compressor and the nailer does just fine because I don't use it but every 30 seconds to a minute or more. So, it really depends on how much $$ you are willing to spend for the largest compressor you can afford and still have it portable. Good luck. « Show Less
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I have owned this nailer for over a year now. It has fired over 8,000 1 3/4 inch Bostich coil nails for me. It jammed once! Great gun for the price.
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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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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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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.