This pneumatic pin nailer can run with 60-120 PSI operating pressure. That means you don’t have to invest much to buy an air compressor. Like most fasteners, the pins that micro nailers drive come in varying lengths. They’re available in pin nail sizes ranging from ⅜-inch to 2 inches long. Pin nailers will accommodate several of these sizes, negating the need to own several pin nailers for different fastener lengths. Some pin nailers may feature adjustable depths that allow the user to tailor how deeply a pin is driven.

There are three kinds of nails for roofing nail guns in 10, 11, 12-gauge. If you want to nail your roofing shingles or cedar shingles, you can use a 12 gauge roofing nailer. Staple nailer works to hold the materials firmly. Like a brad nailer, it also doesn’t split the wood when you nail them. 18 Gauge Crown Stapler

Additionally, if you are after the looks of the material, the tidier appearance of the pin nail holes will surely help you. Comparing pin nailers’ weights with other nail guns such as framing or finish nailers, they’re certainly the smallest nail guns. However, pneumatic nailers tend to be the lightest (often just 2 pounds or so). Battery-operated pin nailers can weigh two or three times as much, which may be a factor for some DIYers. Still, for folks who use their pin nailer occasionally or in a shop setting, weight doesn’t need to be the deciding factor.

PIN138’s magazine holds up to 130 pin nails, which is relatively low compared to other models we reviewed.

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It doesn’t leave a hole. Meaning if you don’t look too closely, you won’t be able to find out the spot.