How to insert staples into a furniture stapler?

Nail the film, lining or vapor barrier to the cladding, chipboard or upholstery to furniture - all these tasks will help to implement a construction stapler. This device is also called a stapler, staple boom, staple gun, nailer or tacker. In this article, we will talk about what types of staplers are, how to choose them correctly, and how to insert staples into a furniture stapler.

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Types of Staplers

First you need to decide what type of stapler you need. By the type of driving force, these devices come in.

Mechanical

They are actuated by the power of the hands, have a small performance, a small number of staples that can be “tucked” into it. In working with solid materials, this tool is quite complicated - you have to make significant efforts.

However, mechanical tackers have relatively small dimensions and are lightweight, which makes it possible to work in uncomfortable positions. In addition, many are attracted by their low price, although there are models with a fairly high price tag.

Electric

In such instruments, the bracket flies out after the trigger is pulled, but the mechanism is driven by electricity. There are models that work from batteries, there are from the network.

Of course, the performance of such brackets is much higher than mechanical, but their prices are much higher, especially for battery types. Dimensions are also larger.

Important! For models that operate from the network, the cord may interfere with work, and for battery types, the bulky handle and weight are inconvenient. But physical effort is minimized.

Pneumatic

Here, the driving force is compressed air, under the influence of which nails or staples fly out of the store. Such devices have high performance and a rather large store - you can immediately fill a furniture stapler with a large amount of consumable.

However, the disadvantage of pneumatic models is that they work from a compressor, which is very loud noise. With such an aggregate it is very difficult to move, so this type of tacker is more appropriate for professional use in a particular place.

Important! If you only need a construction stapler for one-time work - only for the time of construction or home decoration, then it is better to choose a mechanical or electrical model.

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Household and professional

Like all other tools, construction tackers are conditionally divided into household and professional. The difference in cost is significant - at times. And this is justified, because the matter is in the functionality, the number of operating modes, settings and in the work resource:

• In household models, a small working resource, since they are mainly made of plastic.
• Professional tools are made of steel, often stainless steel. They contain elements made of plastic, but, as a rule, these are lining on a metal handle to soften the recoil.

Important! There is also an intermediate class - semi-professional. They range between the two categories in quality and price. Often in this group it is better to look for a tool for use at home. It does not work badly, and is relatively inexpensive.

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Staples for a stapler: types and choices

Each stapler works with specific hardware.Therefore, in addition to knowing how to refill a furniture stapler, you must also have an idea of ​​what kind of consumables you can use for this. Going to the store for braces, you need to know the type, or at least the sizes.

Staples for tackers are made of the following materials:

• Aluminum is a good choice for working with soft surfaces such as pine, but for tougher surfaces they will not work, as they will crumple.
• Copper is a rather expensive option, which is used in rooms with high humidity. They are also used for soft surfaces.
• Steel is a budget option that can be used for harder surfaces. However, their disadvantage is that they rust.
• Stainless steel and galvanizing are a great choice, but quite expensive. But the fasteners are reliable, for any conditions.

Important! In addition to dimensions (back width and leg length) and material, it is also necessary to pay attention to whether sharpening or not. For softer surfaces, this is not so important, but when working with tougher surfaces it can be a decisive moment: sharpened views go much easier into plastic and dense boards.

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How to refuel?

A building stapler store can be of two types. The tool is more convenient to use when the store opens. Then inserting the staples into the construction stapler is as easy as inserting into the clerical:

1. Pull back the spring.
2. Insert a block of brackets into the store.
3. Release the spring.

Important! During operation, the jammed bracket can be removed at any time, correct the unit and continue to work.

In the event that a stapler model with a retractable magazine, it is also easy to put staples:

1. Release the lock.
2. Extend the spring.
3. Insert the bracket block.
4. Return the spring to its place, fixing it in the flap.

Important! With such a structure, removing the bracket that is stuck can be quite difficult. We'll have to pick it out from the striker, and this can be dangerous - the trigger must be locked.

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The choice of construction stapler should be treated responsibly. Choose only a quality tool and supplies for it, then it will last you a long time.