A List of the Different Types of Nail Guns in the Market

Nail guns are being used on various tasks. This is especially true for those tasks that would require the use of about a hundred nails. There are different types of nail guns that you can find in the market today. These guns are being powered by an air compressor which fires like a piston right towards the gun and produces enough power in order to drive the nail. 
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Framing Nailers

Framing nailers are among the most popular types of nail guns. This is basically a specific type of an air gun used for framing. All of the framing nailers are made for the purpose of making a carpenter’s job faster and much easier. With this tool, there is no longer a need to use a hammer.  The framing nailers are used mainly for high powered projects, especially those that would require the need to use about a hundred nails.

Roofing Nailers

The roofing nailers are the best choice of nail guns for roofing purposes. These nailers make use of specific roofing nails that are to be used mainly for shingles. The nails come in varying lengths and sizes, which usually depends on the thickness of the shingles being used. All of the nails exhibit the same basic design. 

Flooring Nailers

A flooring nailer is another type of nail gun. From the name itself, this device is mainly used for flooring purposes. It is a hand operated tool that is usually being powered by air compressors. This drives serrated flooring nails at certain angles towards the flooring and in the right angle. In most cases, subsequent rows of flooring are needed in order to conceal the head of the nails.

Finishing Nailers

The finishing nailers are sometimes called the brad or pin tools. The device is used for finishing works and this is the reason why the nails used for these tools are generally smaller in size and are smoother. They are also used for finishing touches, such as creating trimmings of a house. The nails used for this type of air gun are rounded and can be hidden with putty.

Brad Nailers

Obviously, brad nailers make use of brad nails. Like most air guns, this device is being powered by a compressed air. It is equipped with a small piston that is being actuated by a trigger switch and sends the compressed air towards a cylinder. The cylinder is what's responsible for pushing a hammer which drives small wire brad nails towards the wood. This type of nail gun is used for small projects, like building birdhouses. 

Conclusion

It is sometimes difficult to choose which nail gun to use. Knowing the purpose and the manner the gun is to be used can help you in making the best decision.