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TomD
Speaking of nailers, I notice there’s apparently a bunch of different “angles” out there – 21 degree framing nailer, 30 degree framing nailer, this finish nailer which seems flat, others that are angled.
I assume there’s a reason they’re at various angles, and have noticed that my local stores seem to only stock *certain* degrees, but not sure why one is better than other for a particular task.
Jammer
This is just a guess, but a 30 degree framing nailer will let you get in tighter places than a 21 degree framing nailer just due to the steeper angle.
The clipped head nails are also collated closer together with paper and glue for the 30 which means you can fit the same number of nails into a smaller space. This allows the nail magazine to be smaller.
Trey Hanson
Angles allow nailers to get into tight spots. The downside to a nailer that has an angled sleeve for nails is it limits the length of nail.
Stuart
From how it has been explained to me, clipped-head nails pack nails closer together, which means more nails per clip and fewer reloads.
Rounded-head nails take up more space, but they’re required by certain building codes (the last I checked).
So, rounded vs. clipped head framing nailer preferences and tend to be regional.
If rounded-head nails are required by code, building suppliers and retailers are less likely to keep clipped-head nailers and nails on the shelf.
TomD
That’s a great explanation and means I should investigate codes and stock before buying – so I can find the nails locally.
Munklepunk
I believe that in certain areas clipped head nails are against code. I can’t remember exactly it was a topic on r/carpentry.
eddie sky
“some building inspectors ignore the facts and require round-head nails on exterior sheathing”
Because the surface area of a full head is greater than a clipped head. However, if nailed correctly, and in volume, it really isn’t much of a difference.
CoBlue
Besides the angle, 30° nails are paper collated while 21° use plastic instead, which leaves little bits of plastic everywhere. It used to be a matter of clipped head vs. full round heads, but 30° offset full round head nails are really common these days and are fully code compliant.
Rog
Angled nailers tend to be better for getting into tighter spaces and can hold longer nails.
Maybe the stock has to do with the buying preferences in your area?
ToolGuyDan
Was about to order… and it’s out of stock. Ah, well. One fewer tool is also one fewer distraction from actually finishing a project or two, right?