A Guide to Paslode Framing Nail Guns: What Makes Them Stand Out
With today’s home building industry growing increasingly more competitive, it’s to be expected that the demand for high-quality frameworks would also be higher. Walls, roofs, and partitions for doors and windows need to be erected quickly, correctly, and more cost-effectively than ever, and meeting those increased demands means looking at ways to make framing more efficient than simply swinging a big hammer.
Lightweight, cordless nail guns are the tools that more framers, tradies, and general contractors are turning to in order to meet these new market demands. Even experienced framers can’t ignore the advantages that cordless nailers can bring to the table, especially as the pioneer of cordless fastener tools continues to set new standards with fuel-powered fastener tool technology.
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Staying Competitive with Paslode Framing Nail Guns
Since their release of the world’s first pneumatic nailer in 1959, Paslode has been at the leading edge of the nail and staple gun innovation. It’s with the introduction of their proprietary fuel-powered framing nail guns in 1986, however, that Paslode’s had the biggest impact on the way professional builders, woodworkers, and contractors are able to adapt to changing industry requirements.
Unlike pneumatic, or oversized battery-pack powered framing nailers, Paslode’s fuel-powered nailers make use of their own patented, on-board gas cell technology and a modestly-sized 7V lithium battery to power a range of framing fasteners with attributes that include:
- The ability to drive in 2 to 3 nails every second;
- The capacity to drive up to 1,200 nails on each disposable fuel cell; and,
- A significant weight savings over husky, big-batteried nailers.
Efficiency, however, is only one of the benefits that fuel-powered cordless framing nailers have to offer. Together with their modest acquisition cost, they also don’t require a pricey investment in heavyweight lithium battery replacements, making them the ideal choice for being competitive on the frontend of a framing job, and staying competitive until the job is finished.
Fuel Cell Technology That Lets You Ramp Up Jobsite Productivity
It’s no coincidence that Paslode’s mating of fuel cell technology with cordless framing nail guns has been so successful. Their combined, untethered energy density gives users the power to effortlessly drive in nails up to 82mm in length anywhere on a job site, but without the added weight or concerns over jamming that a battery-powered cordless 18V or 20V framing nailer would have.
By igniting a measured mixture of butylene and propylene that’s released into a combustion chamber when the tip of the nailer is placed against a wood surface, a Paslode fuel cell framing nailer uses a driver blade to force nails into the wood. Simple, 2-stroke efficiency also allows this type of cordless framing nailer to:
- Operate longer between battery recharges and fuel refills;
- Reliably drive up to 50,000 nails between cleanings; and,
- Function continuously without major technical malfunctions.
The fact is, when compared to standard battery-powered framing nailers, not only are fuel-powered nailers less likely to cause operator fatigue, but they’re noticeably less susceptible to downtime due to shortened battery life and scheduled maintenance. On average, a Paslode framing nail gun seeing heavy usage requires only 10 – 15 minutes of downtime for maintenance per month; that’s why when it’s time to ramp up job site productivity, these fuel-powered nailers have a clear advantage.
Smaller, Lighter Batteries That Serve a Big Purpose
Although the heart of every Paslode framing nail gun for sale is based on fuel cell technology, its cutting-edge performance is only possible as a result of superior battery management. Weighing less than 0.15kg, the proprietary 7V lithium-ion battery that’s responsible for mixing and igniting the nailer’s fuel gas is more than just a departure from the bulky, 2 – 3kg power packs that are typically found with 18V and 20V cordless tools.
In addition to serving as the Paslode’s provisional OFF / ON switch, the battery is an essential power source for the nailer’s microprocessor, which is responsible for:
- Counting the number of shots and operating speed of the nailer;
- Detecting any nailer faults; and,
- Preventing accidental nail discharges.
And with an operating temperature range between 5° – 50°C, these 7V batteries are built to keep the work going in some of Australia’s toughest outdoor climates, with a host of performance traits that include:
- A 2-hour full charge time;
- Runtimes of between 9,000 – 12,000 nails per full charge; and,
- A 2-minute quick-charge that allows up to 200 nails to be driven.
Paslode even manufactures a high amperage nickel metal hydride (NiMH) 6V battery that’s designed to be used with their earliest gas cell nailers. It’s the power boost that these reliable, first of their kind fuel-powered battery framing nailers need to perform just as well as the latest generation of tools.
Nail Guns That Work All Around the Jobsite
Although Paslode fuel-powered battery framing nail guns are most commonly associated with framing, they’re equally well-suited for a full array of residential and commercial fitting and joining jobs, including:
- Flooring, and deck building;
- Joists and trusses; and,
- Cladding and wall finishes.
Not surprisingly, the key to these jobs frequently comes down to the length, and head and shank diameters of the fasteners themselves; and that’s why Paslode has its own line of hot-dip galvanized fasteners for both interior and exterior usage. Paslode fasteners are designed specifically for use with their line of fuel-powered cordless framing nail gun systems, and are available in a range of dimensions that include:
- 15 gauge;
- 16 gauge; and,
- 18 gauge.
Paslode nails are engineered to ensure that each of their battery-powered framing nailer guns has the highest quality fasteners available to prevent misfires, jams, and other material disruptions. They’re the added bit of assurance that’s needed to maintain the competitive edge.
The Final Word
At the end of the day, as Australia’s home building industry continues to transform, the need to maximize productivity while shortening construction timelines has never been greater. For builders, contractors, and tradies, it means finding ways to erect structures both quicker and more consistently is now an essential part of staying competitive.
Paslode’s proprietary fuel-powered framing nail guns allow builders to work more efficiently and consistently, while also keeping their costs down. It’s the innovative advantage they need to stay ahead in a competitive market.
