What Are the Different Types of Pneumatic Nail Guns?

Framing Nail Guns

• A framing nail gun is used when the job requires fast and high-powered work like nailing floor boards or securing a large piece of material to another, like plasterboard. According to the Galt online tool guide, the Bostitch F21PL is among the best framing nail guns because it can fire 1.5 to 3.5 inch nails, is lightweight and can produce over 1,000 inch-pounds of force. This gun retails for approximately $200.

Top Finish Nail Guns

• When you need to leave a good finish as you use a nail gun, then a gun from this category is necessary. These guns are for use on jobs like constructing a door, a door frame, securing molding or baseboard and making cabinetry. Popular models are the Hitachi NT65MA2 and the DEWALT D51275K because they can be purchased for less than $200 and can be fully adjusted for individual needs.

Brad Nail Guns

• Brad nail guns are used for precise and delicate work as they are very lightweight and accurate. They are designed to leave a minimal impression and work best on delicate or fragile woodwork. The Porter Cable CFFN250T is highly recommended by the Galt guide as it can work as both a finish and brad nailer. This gun usually comes as a kit and retails for around $300 and is ideal for architectural work.

Roofing Nail Guns

• These nail guns are specifically designed for nailing roof materials down, so they are manufactured to be lightweight and powerful. The Stanley SRN175 is considered to be a very reliable and durable roofing nail gun. Most roofers like to work fast and this gun ensures speed due to a layout placement guide and other attachments that come as standard.