Description of π’ Efficient and Reliable Valu Air 9800ST Flooring Nailer Stapler β Enhance Your Flooring Projects
3-in-1 design for 16-gauge T & L cleats and 15.5-gauge flooring staples from 1-1/2β to 2β. Ergonomic design with longer handle for easy operation. Interchangeable 1/2" and 5/8" base plates to match the floor thickness. No-Mar rubber mallet included. 1/4" NPT fits most air hose couplers.
This is a great nail driving tool! I use 2" Bostich spikes and they work great on 3/4" hardwood Asian walnut. It also came in a hinged plastic box, making it easy to open and fold. Also included was a fairly detailed instruction manual, an oil can, and a ground hammer with an angled iron for striking wood. I have NO problems with this nailer. I work under about 90psi of pressure and each nail holds perfectly.
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3-in-1 design for 16 gauge T and L staples and 1-1/2" to 2" 15.5 gauge ground staples
Excellent nailer. 1,400 square feet of pre-finished 3/4 inch oak planks were installed with it and the 2 inch spikes ran fine with 90-95 pounds of air. It was worth the money and was a lot cheaper than others. The included hammer is also a quality tool. The wedge angle is perfect so you don't damage the tabs when hammering, and the side of the rubber mallet is the perfect size to start the nailer. This is a reliable, well-built tool that will last. I highly recommend it
Pros
Ergonomic design with long handle for easy handling.
Love this nailer and have had no problems with it. It worked perfectly. It's nice that it works with a variety of fasteners, although I only use spikes for this job. The nailer is robust and well made. Here's the story of why I bought this nailer. For my first attempt at hardwood floors, I rented a brand name nailer from Home Depot. This rental nailer drove exactly 2 nails correctly and then drove no nail completely. I took it back and they refunded my rent. With only an hour or two each nightβ¦
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Interchangeable 1/2" and 5/8" washers to match floor thickness