Brad Nailer, 18 Gauge In Stock Now

Description

Ridgid Pneumatic 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brad Nailer (R213BNF3). This nailer uses 18 gauge brad nails–a very thin finish nail with a very small head.

Features of this item include:

• Uses 18 gauge brad nails from ⅝ ths to 2-⅛ ths inches long
• Selectable trigger with options for contact or sequential firing modes
• Oil-less operation–no need to drop lubricant into the swivel connector inlet
• Easy jam-clearing latch
• Drive depth dial
• Semi-transparent magazine
• Belt hook

This item comes in a carry tote and two extra plastic tips.

Also known as: Nail gun

Often used with: Air compressor; Air hose

Intended Uses

This item is mainly used for finish and trim (interior and exterior), but can be used for: decorative trim, book cases, baseboard, cabinets, case backs, drawers, molding, mirror and picture frames, paneling, staircases, upholstery trim panels, wainscoting, window beading, chair rail, furniture frames, lattice strip molding, crafts.

This nailer accommodates 18 gauge brad nails from ⅝ to 2-⅛ inches long.

Special Instructions

Never point the nailer towards anyone!

Don't load nails into the magazine until you've connected the nailer to the air supply!

The pressure range for this nailer is 70-120 psi–Do not exceed 120 psi! Use the least amount of pressure necessary to drive the nails–usually this is around 80 psi.

As a safety measure, the workpiece contact must be retracted to allow a nail to be fired off, be careful to not depress the contact when you are not ready to fire one off!

Tool Resources

Diagram

Image source: Ridgid Operator's Manual

Instructions

High-level order of operation: 

1. Fill compressor tank with air
2. Connect air hose to compressor
3. Connect air hose to nailer
4. Turn regulator knob to desired pressure
5. Set the trigger to "sequential" or "contact" mode and set drive depth
6. Load nailer's magazine with nails

To change trigger mode: 

1. On right side of nailer, push black button (located above the trigger) in 
2. While button is pressed in, turn mode selector dial to desired mode
3. Release button on right side

Resources

• PDF: Operator's Manual
• Web Copy: "Tools 101: How to Setup and Use An Air Compressor and Finish Nail Gun" by Toolbox Divas. This is a great start for someone who has not used a pneumatic nailer before! You can skip down to 'Step 3' since the first two steps are already done for you, though all the info on this blog post is great.

This tool was donated Bryce. Thank you!