Will Metabo nails work in Hitachi gun?
According to Hitachi, products will retain current brand identity: same color, same models, same warranties and the same battery interchangeability. Hitachi Power Tools products will be interchangeable with Metabo HPT products, and Metabo HPT products will be interchangeable with Hitachi Power Tool products.
Are Metabo nail guns any good?
The Bottom Line. With reliable performance, a comfortable feel, and a price better than nearly all of its best competitors, the Metabo HPT 3-1/2 inch Coil Nailer still sets the standard on our job sites. It remains to be seen if the firing pin can handle case-hardened nails for furring strips.
Will Senco nails work in a Hitachi?
Yes they are and fit my Hitachi finish nailer.
Do Bostitch nails fit Hitachi?
Other brands that will fit are: Stanley Bostitch, Accuset, Duofast, Campbell Hausfeld, Hitachi, Atro, Paslode, Porter Cable and DeWalt. 1 of 1 found this helpful.
Why is my Hitachi nail gun won’t fire?
Hitachi nail gun intermittent firing problem Check for correct nails. Check that the feeder function is operating smoothly and take the previously mentioned steps. Check that the nail holder is in a proper position (in magazine). Adjust position if required.
Why does my Hitachi nail gun keep jamming?
Lack of Adequate Oil: The air cylinder in the nose needs plenty of oil to function properly. Too little oil, and the nails will be slow to feed, causing a jam. Pro Tip: For coil nailers, use 10-15 drops of oil before nailing. Misshapen Coil: A coil has to be round to feed properly.
Do Metabo air nailers need oil?
It’s important to use the correct oil in your nailer. Some oils have additives that are harmful to the seals and other parts inside. Also, only a couple drops at a time about twice a day.
How does a Metabo framing nailer work?
It uses a sealed compressed air cylinder to fire the nail. Basically, the brushless motor drives the piston so that it compresses the air into the cylinder. When you pull the trigger, all that compressed air is released, driving the piston down and striking the nail into the wood.
Why is my Hitachi nail gun not firing?
When a Hitachi Framing Nailer is low on gas, it will show a green light but will not fire. Try removing the gas cylinder and place it somewhere to warm up. You’ll get more shots out of it.
What nails can I use in a Porter Cable nail gun?
nailers, 3 from Senco, 1 Porter Cable, 1 Dewalt, and one Makita. They all use the same nails, (up to 1 1/4″ length that is). Some 18 ga. nailers will shoot up to 2″ long brad nails, many less expensive nailers stop at 1 1/4″.