What's the difference in the FC350B and the FR350B? I am researching as a Christmas present for my handyman husband's first pneumatic nailer?
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Both of these are framing nailers which will take 3 1/2" nails. Both are quality nailers for framing work. The FR350B only uses round headed nails. The FC350B uses both round and clipped head nails. The paper holding the clipped head nails in a strip causes less problems than the plastic which holds the round headed nail strips. The FC350B is more versatile. I own the FC350B nailer and love it. It's light & easy to use. I'd recommend the FC350B (& not just because I own it.)
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The type of nail. Clipped head vs. round head. There are articles that discuss the pros/cons of each
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They are basically the same. The difference is in the nails they use. The fc350 takes a clipped headed nail. The fr350 uses a full round headed nail.
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They are basically the same nailer with slight modifications to the design (these minor revisions prevent the newer model from fitting in your old case)
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The C stands for "Clipped" and the R stands for "Round". That designates what type of nail can be used in the nailer. The clipped nails have heads that are shaped like a "D", whereas the round are shaped like an "O", logically. For the user, this means a few things. The clipped heads can be stacked with the shafts much closer, as the clipped side of the nail doesn't interfere with the shaft of the next nail. This means you can fit more nails in the nailer, and thus less reloading. The advantage of the round head nail is that the head is slightly larger, and thus less likely to be pulled through the board when the structure is put under stress. I researched this a bit, and most contractors (I'm a DIYer, like your husband) seemed to feel that they didn't notice a difference in the strength. I've never had an issue with it myself, and I've done remodel work in both my home and some commercial property my wife and I own. One last thing to consider is local building code. In some areas, code requires round head nails. This is mainly in the southeast coastal areas. The concern is hurricanes could stress structures to the point where the nail head will make a difference. Sorry for being long-winded. If you are interested in more information/opinions, just google "clipped vs round head framing nailer" and you will find all kinds of debates. Good luck, I'm sure he'll love it. I know I do!
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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
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Carla,"FC" is for Clipped head nails"FR" is for round head nailsThe new nail guns will work with both based on the angle of the nails in the strips.Hope this helps.
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I can only answer this from knowing the FC350B. It';s an excellent nailer to date and I'm quite satisfied with it. It's easy to get nails and it doesn't jam. As a first it's worth getting.
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The f15 is a tanto and has a slightly larger handle and blade. The other difference is the steel f15 has 8cr13 and the f16 has the better edge holding 9cr18. I went for the f16 to try out the 9cr18. If you like the f15 chk out the f32 aswell.
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They show the same model number for the drill the FL is for the flash light. I bought BDCDMT120FL for $1 more. What deal for $1.00 more. Nice unit and light...
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Basically most compressors would work with the pin nailer. It does not take a lot of pressure to operate this gun. I would stick with a top brand name. Porter Cable has a "pancake" style compressor that could be purchased at HD or Lowes. I have that compressor and 6 different Porter Cable guns including the pin 138.
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Both tools require 90+ psi, and specified flow requirement is 5cfm average (IR231G), 3cfm average (ir170G). I have found the IR231G to be light on total airflow required in practice, so most any reasonable compressor should suffice. Official specifications: http://www.ingersollrandproducts.com/am-en/products/tools/edge-series-tools/impactools/231g/modelspec/35781 ...listed flow is is 5 cfm average, 22 cfm at load. In practice my oil-less prosumer compressor, which barely meets these specs but has a largish vertical tank, is 100% fine with this tool. This probably due to the fact that all I need during use is short bursts of air and then the tools internal inertia finished the part removal. I very seldom use the tool for fastening though you can - but it is wise to do final torque with a torque wrench, of course. The impact ratchet (170G) requires more airflow in practice for my use, ironically, though its specified average air consumption is 3cfm, peak 20 cfm. My compressor cycles much more with this tool, though the tool functions fine at reduced pressure as long as you do not require peak torque -- which usually is true. The larger air requirement for the ratchet comes from the continuous airflow for rotation over longer times, as opposed to short bursts. But it does work fine with my compressor and I use it often. Again not for final torque.
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I use a hitachi clipped nail framing nailer with this PC pancake compressor. I fire 3" ring shank nails fast and it keeps up all day, 5 days a week.
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I believe they are both made in China and the only difference I can see is the 22-41471 is black. They both have all the same tools and attachments. I use mine (22-01471) on a daily basis and it is a great tool!
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This is a finished nailer I did use with air compressor small size 1-stage, 2 cylinder @ 90 psi.you can start with this or more power (higher psi)
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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
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I've never used a Powernail so I can not tell you the difference between the two. I bought mine because I knew I had several small projects around the house and it was cheaper than renting a gun several times. I put down 350 sq ft of hickory with not a single problem from this gun.
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I used a bostitch that had 150psi max output to drive 16p nails. Setting the output above 100psi. That might be above the rating for this nailer but it worked for me.
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My nailer is in my shed so I don't have that specific information right now. I will tell you that I have a Porter-Cable PCFP12236, which is designed to operate at or under 150psi that I used my nailer with. I built an entire 8x8x8 wood garden shed, and currently building a 10x15 wood storage shed, and I have had NO problems. I love this framing nailer. I bought a box of 2,000 Freeman framing nails to use with it. The reviews for the nails said you should use it in a Freeman gun. I took the chance, and like I said, I completed my first project and on to the next one and have not had any jamming problems, or any other issues. I hope this helps. Good luck. My nailer is in my shed so I don't have that specific information right now. I will tell you that I have a Porter-Cable PCFP12236, which is designed to operate at or under 150psi that I used my nailer with. I built an entire 8x8x8 wood garden shed, and currently building a 10x15 wood storage shed, and I have had NO problems. I love this framing nailer. I bought a box of 2,000 Freeman framing nails to use with it. The reviews for the nails said you should use it in a Freeman gun. I took the chance, and like I said, I completed my first project and on to the next one and have not had any... » Read More My nailer is in my shed so I don't have that specific information right now. I will tell you that I have a Porter-Cable PCFP12236, which is designed to operate at or under 150psi that I used my nailer with. I built an entire 8x8x8 wood garden shed, and currently building a 10x15 wood storage shed, and I have had NO problems. I love this framing nailer. I bought a box of 2,000 Freeman framing nails to use with it. The reviews for the nails said you should use it in a Freeman gun. I took the chance, and like I said, I completed my first project and on to the next one and have not had any jamming problems, or any other issues. I hope this helps. Good luck. « Show Less
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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.
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The biggest difference can be seen watching YouTube videos of people using the harbor freight model, and the video on harbor freight of the orange (this version) of the saw. Watch for when the saw audibly bogs down. I watched one guy slice through .223 cases like butter with the HF model, and the video of this version barely cuts through a small piece of wood. The blade is on correctly (rotation for cutting metals/wood) on the HF version right out of the box. Features and function are the same.
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Here's the link: http://www.paslode.com/schematics.html The 501000 is actually model F350-S. The 502000 is actually model PF350S. The summary is: the parts of each one are NOT interchangeable but both shoot clipped-head 31 degree nails. Mine is the F350-S that I bought used. The PF350S is a newer model, that I have never seen, but then I'm not looking for a second one. I recommend that you search for each one to see how they are different (exclusive of the internal parts).
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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.
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I do not have experience with the "finish pro 35mg" model. What I can say about this Senco 4G0001N FinishPro 42XP is that it has performed flawlessly since I purchased it in 2007. I have used nail sizes from 1-1/4-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch with no problems.