Fastener sizes
Standard sizes of fasteners for which the tool is designed. This information is necessary for the correct selection of consumables: each standard dimensions corresponds to certain dimensions of parts, and sometimes also design features. There are a great many standards describing standard sizes; they differ not only in the type of fastener, but also in the geography of application and even by specific manufacturers. Detailed data on various standard sizes can be found in special sources; here we will provide general points on some of the most popular options.
First of all, it is worth saying that the standard dimensions describes only two parameters - thickness and width (for nails - size and width of the head). The length can be different: for example, for the popular staple dimensions 53, the length range can be from 4 to 14 mm, and for 140 - from 6 to 14 mm. At the same time, tools for a certain standard dimensions are not necessarily compatible with all length options. So when assessing compatibility with consumables, you should pay attention not only to this point, but also to the restrictions on the minimum and maximum length of fasteners.
This is what the list of the most popular sizes for rectangular brackets looks like:
- 55. One of the smallest sizes used in modern staplers is 6 mm wide and 1.1 mm thick.
- 90. Another relatively small standard dimensions, it has even a slightly smaller width - 5.8 mm - and a thickness in the...range of 1 - 1.27 mm.
— 57. Staples 10.6 mm wide and 1.2 mm thick.
- 59. The “thin” analogue of dimensions 57, with the same width, provides a thickness of only 0.75 mm.
— 140. Quite rigid staples with a width of 10.6 mm and a thickness of 1.24 mm.
- 114. A slightly enhanced variation of dimensions 57, with increased width and thickness - 10.8 mm and 1.4 - 1.6 mm, respectively.
- 53/53F. Quite wide (11.3 mm) staples, available in both 0.75 mm (53) and 1.25 mm (53F) thicknesses.
— 72. In fact, it’s an analogue of the 53 described above: staples 11.3 mm wide and 0.7 mm thick.
- 54/58. Wide staples 12.8 - 12.9 mm, also available in two thicknesses - 0.75 mm in version 58, 1.25 mm in version 54.
Of the semicircular staples used mainly for fastening cables, the most popular options are:
- S. Relatively small staples with a width of 6.2 mm and a thickness of 1.25.
- L. Larger dimensions - 7.7 mm wide with the same 1.25 mm thickness.
In nails for driving tools, the thickness is indicated by the size, and the width by the largest dimensions of the head. The most popular sizes these days are:
— J. Small fastening nails only 1.2 mm thick with a head width of 2 mm.
— N. Diameter 1.65 mm, cap width 2.8 mm.
- DA. The so-called finishing (finishing) nails are quite large in dimensions: size 1.8 mm, head width 3.5 mm. The head has a characteristic D-shape and, as befits finishing nails, when hammered, it is almost completely recessed into the material.
Regarding pins/studs, it is worth noting that such fasteners are actually nails without heads. Therefore, the main dimensions of such parts is thickness (size), for the most common standard sizes it is as follows:
— 40. Thin pins/studs, only 0.64 mm thick.
— 41. Larger fastener, with a size of 1.2 mm.
Detailed information on choosing a standard dimensions for specific tasks can be found in special sources.
Compatible staples
Staple models that the tool is compatible with.
Usually, quite specific options are indicated in this paragraph, so finding compatible consumables is not difficult. The specific dimensions of the fasteners should be specified according to the manufacturer's data — different brands use different markings.
Power consumption
The total power consumed by a mains-powered electric tool (see "Power Source"). It is considered the main criterion for assessing the overall capabilities of a particular model: more power leads to better performance. In addition, data on power consumption also allows you to estimate the load on the power grid or other power source; in some cases this is unnecessary.
Performance
The maximum output of a nailer/stapler is the maximum number of strokes it can produce in a minute. Note that in this case, the theoretical maximum is usually indicated — the highest speed of operation achievable under perfect conditions, in fact — the rate of operation of automation, which in many models exceeds 120 beats / min. In fact, this speed is difficult to achieve, because. the performance of the stapler is noticeably limited by the skills of the operator and the features of the functionality: for example, a tool with contact actuation (see below) must be pressed every time, which reduces the speed of work. However,
high performance clearly indicates good reliability and suitability for large volumes of work.
Max. staple width
The largest width of staples (see Fastener Type) that the stapler can work with.
The width of the bracket is, roughly speaking, the distance between its legs. Different situations and types of work require different sizes of staples, and sometimes the width must be quite large. However, a staple that is too large simply will not fit into the store, not to mention the fact that the stapler can “shoot” it normally. Therefore, this limit cannot be exceeded, and if you plan to work with brackets, you should pay special attention to the maximum width when choosing.
Staples included
The number of staples supplied with the stapler.
Construction staplers can be supplied with a stock of fasteners (staples, nails, pins) — so that you can immediately start working without buying more consumables. And knowing the number of such parts, you can not only determine how much the initial stock will last, but also evaluate how profitable the purchase of this model will be compared to the model without consumables in the kit. For example, a relatively expensive model that comes with 1,000 staples can end up being a better value than a cheaper tool that doesn't come with any hardware.
Nails included
The number of nails supplied with the stapler.
Construction staplers can be supplied with a stock of fasteners (staples, nails, pins) — so that you can immediately start working without buying more consumables. And knowing the number of such parts, you can not only determine how much the initial stock will last, but also evaluate how profitable the purchase of this model will be compared to the model without consumables in the kit. For example, a relatively expensive model that comes with 200 nails, as a result may be more profitable than a cheaper tool that does not come with any fasteners.
Case (bag)
The presence of a case or bag in the tool kit.
Such accessories are more convenient than impromptu packaging, they greatly simplify the storage and transportation of both the tool itself and accessories / consumables. At the same time, cases are the most popular in construction staplers — characteristic suitcases made of solid material. Such a suitcase perfectly protects the instrument not only from moisture and dirt, but also from shocks and shocks; it is also often used as the factory packaging in which the tool goes on sale. Bags made of soft material, in turn, are less common: they do not provide such protection against impacts, and they do not resist water / dust as effectively. On the other hand, such packaging itself is less bulky, and when the bag is not needed, it can be rolled up quite compactly.
