can i use this to nail 1/2" thick hardwoods (bruce) on tight areas where my stapler wont fit?
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Yes it has the power to shoot through hardwoods. I have used them shooting through 1 inch thick oak. However, as has been mentioned, these new models with the plastic magazine allow the nails to ride over the feeder and jam. I have 3 of these new models with the plastic magazine and all 3 started jamming in the magazine constantly after only a couple of sticks of nails. I would recommend looking at other brands with aluminum magazines such as the bostich, dewalt or rigid.
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Yes. Try a test piece first. Usually at the start or finish are areas that that have to be face nailed and holes puttied. Thisis a good choice as the nail has a small profile. If you can hide the nail do so, maybe under trim. Downside is air nails are hard to nail set deeper, so test to see depth set. Steve
1792095
Regarding the power, yes. I've fired through hardwood, completely sinking a 2" brad. It depends upon the space you have available concerning the "tight areas"; most likely, no.
1792096
I had no problem nailing that thick a wood on my floor molding. I would suggest using the longer nail.
774393
I guess it could work if you can't get your hands on a flooring stapler. The flooring stapler will nail perfectly through the tongue every time where with this type of gun you have to align the nose before firing. This also will not "beat" the boards together tightly like a flooring unit would.
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I have one and used it to staple in hardwood oak flooring. My flooring was 1/2" by 1.5". I used the Senco 1/4" by 1" staples (18 gauge) and never had a single problem. For the money, and ease of use, this nailer/stapler did the job perfectly! I did some research beforehand, as to which was better and held better- nails or staples. Staples hold better than nails
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Also, I am using a Dewalt 200 psi compressor, so it gives plenty of push. Try it out on a piece of scrap wood first and see if you are getting the proper depth of staple set. If not you may need to get more PSI. There isn't any adjustment....so this may be your sollution to your problem.
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I used it for 1/2" bellawood engineered flooring which is a laminated product multiple layers of fine plywood and an approximately an 1/8" of top layer of oak. it nailed thru the plywood. the tool is not suited for flooring thicker then 5/8". If your intent on using staples then the MIIIFS is better or a standard cleat nailer will work. avoidputting the cleats too close to the end of the board.
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Yes, it will work just fine with short staples. This Porter Cable stapler works very well.
660296
Sorry for this late answer, but 3/4" long staple are not ok,1" min. and max. is 2" long fore more details:http://bostitch.com/default.asp?CATEGORY=BOS_ROOFING_NAILER_STAPLER&TYPE;=PRODUCT&P;ARTNUMBER=651S5&SDesc;=16+GA+-+7%2F16%22+Construction+Stapler
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I have the S2-118G2 and have used it with both narrow crown staples and brad nails.
2158127
I used mine to successfully find carpet staples (and remnants) in oak floor boards. It seems to work on just about everything metal at close range and iron nail at longer range.
2110993
No need to overlap if over a wood subfloor; butt edges together. I only stapled corners down and then used making tape along long sides; I didn't want staples getting in the way of the nailer. Don't lay out all the paper all at once because it's a petroleum product, you don't to walk on it too much. Lay out one row at a time as needed.
1950345
I am certain it will. I have cut through some high tensile heavy duty decking nails and fasteners that are much thicker. You must remember that it is a vibration action tool so hold your workpiece well.
1177127
If you got regular drywall, this stapler should do it. It is NOT a heavy duty stapler, though.
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I use this gun mostly in 1/4 ply for cabinet backs. I have no problem setting the staples just below the surface. Overall, I'm very pleased with the gun, and I am very picky.
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WOW looks like you just made it! Yes you can but you will have to use 1-1/4 staples for this. You can call me if you like. (917) 804-4254 I am a professional installer still active in the field. Let me know if you have any more questions about the job, nailer, its all good. Im there for everything. AXKANE
280598
Regular heavy duty construction stapler & a small hammer, try 1/4 in staples. You may have to tack them in w/hammer, if not secure enough try 1/2 in.
1302589
Yes, works great for small gauge fasteners such as staple guns and finish nailers. Not recommended for screw guns or air hammers.
62288
Your question is tougher than it appears. First, the hardened wood may pose an issue and I personally am not very impressed with this so-called "heavy duty" stapler. I would go to one of the big box stores and try out the different models and see if they make specific staples for old and hardened wood. If I had it to do over, that is what I would do myself. Good luck with your project.