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Finish Nailers ~ Brad Nailers ~ Combo KitsPorter-Cable 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit |
 This Porter-Cable brad nailer and compressor kit is a smart starter set that will have you up and running in just a few minutes. The kit includes an 18-gauge brad nailer; a 2-horsepower, 6-gallon, oil-free pancake compressor; 25 feet of 300 psi air hose; male and female couplers; Teflon tape; oil for the nailer; and 1,000 brad nails. The brad nailer is a compact, no-nonsense unit that might not be as stout as other (more expensive) nailers, but it's reliable and does its job well. |
About Comto Kits |
 Air compressors come in many shapes and sizes, and choosing the right compressor can be as important as choosing the right nailer. The manufacturers do a great job of matching compressors and nailers in their combo kits, but you're likely to find the same nailer type offered in a few different combo packages, each with a different-size compressor and with a different end use in mind. One air compressor can be adapted to run any number of nailers simultaneously. How large and powerful a compressor you need depends on how many nailers - and what kind - you intend to use. Framing nailers use more air to shoot each nail, and they often require more air pressure to sink the nail completely, so if you plan on using a framing nailer, you'll need a larger-capacity compressor, and if you'll be running two framing guns, you'll want a package with an even bigger compressor. © by Brian Trinen, Amazon.com |
About Finish Nailers:© by Brian Trinen, Amazon.com |
| Usually used for installing interior and exterior trim, as well as in cabinet and furniture shops when a strong fastener is needed. These guns generally shoot either 15- or 16-gauge nails anywhere from 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 inches long. The biggest concern when choosing a finish nailer, however, is the gun's versatility. A gun that shoots a wide range of nail lengths is always best--even if it costs a little more--because you can use the same gun for everything from installing interior doors to assembling cabinets. |
DeWalt 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Kit |
» Side low nail reload indicator window» 4-position vertical slide for indexed depth setting » Lightweight aluminum frame, tool weighs just 2.8 lbs. » Tool-free jam clearing and 360-degree exhaust » Magazine holds 110 nails from 5/8" to 2" in length, straight collation |
About Brad Nailers© by Brian Trinen, Amazon.com |
| Shoot smaller-diameter 18-gauge nails and are often used for finish work, especially in cabinetry and furniture shops. In fact, many woodworkers on a budget choose to go without a larger finish nailer, using a versatile brad gun and doing bigger jobs with 2-inch brad nails. Of course, a brad nail's smaller dimension means it also has less sheer strength, so while brad nails are ideal for attaching decorative trim, use finish nails for installing anything that receives a load--a windowsill, for instance--when the strength of the nail is more likely to be tested. Once again, you're going to want as versatile a brad nailer as possible, but also one in the right range. The guns that shoot the smallest 5/8-inch brads may not shoot the 2-1/4-inch nails. And the guns that shoot the biggest brads may not shoot the smallest. Consider the scale of the work you'll be doing--installing tongue-and-groove paneling versus pinning together small ornate boxes--and look for a gun that can serve as many of your needs as possible. |
Senco 5/8" to 2-1/8" Brad Nailer |
» Drives 18-gauge brads from 5/8" to 2-1/8"» Lightweight at 2.7 lbs. for easy maneuvering and all-day work » Onboard power adjustment increases the power by 30% » Neverlube design means less maintenance and no oil stains » Comes with carrying case |
Senco Brad Nailer and Compressor Kit |
» FinishPro18 drives 18 gauge brads 5/8" to 2"» One-year warranty on the tool and 90 days on the compressor » Adjustable depth-of-drive, rear exhaust » Soft grip handle and no-mar pad to protect work surface » 1/2 hp 1-gallon electric, oil-free compressor |
Bostitch 18 Gauge Brad Nailer Kit |
» Oil free» Lightweight magnesium housing » Ultra quiet rear exhaust » Adjustable depth control » No mar tip |
Paslode Impulse Cordless Finish Nailer |
» Convenient carry case includes safety glasses and owner's manual» Includes extra no-mar tip and allen wrench » Includes rechargeable battery and battery charger » Can shoot 5/8" to 2" nails, holds 100 » Continuous operation 1000 nails/hour and intermittant operation of 2-3 nails/second |
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