| Air Tool Type
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Air Nailer
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| Compressor/Air Tool Features
|
No Additional Features
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| Energy Type
|
Air
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| Included
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No additional components or accessories are included
|
| Loading type
|
Strip
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| Maximum Fastener Size
|
1-1/2 in
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| Minimum Fastener Size
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1 in
|
| Minimum Recommended Air Delivery SCFM @ 90PSI
|
1.9
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| Minimum Recommended Operating Pressure (psi)
|
100
|
| Nail Gauge
|
18
|
| Nailgun Angle
|
45
|
| Reconditioned
|
No
|
| Returnable
|
30-Day
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| Tools Product Type
|
Nail Gun Kit
|
Model number: 461A
Internet number (SKU): 202046401
Price: $226
Brand:
Availability: in stock
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Description
Portamatic Elevator 18-Gauge Adjustable Floor Stapler - Product information
The Porta-Nails Portamatic Elevator 18-Gauge Adjustable Floor Stapler is designed for professional-level installation of high-quality wood flooring. It is designed to minimize damage to the floor during installation and uses 18-Gauge staple that fastens neatly without splitting the wood. An adjustable shoe enables exact staple placement and the compact, 3-1/2 lb. size allows for use close to the wall. This adjustable nailer is easy to service and comes with a carry case, safety goggles, oil and accessories.
- Operates with 7 - 90 PSI
- Contact against the floor's tongue prevents damage to the top edge of the floor
- Quick and easy access to internal parts for service
- Adjustable shoe provides for exact staple placement
- Compact design allows for use close to the wall
- 18-Gauge staple is thin enough to avoid splitting exotic woods
- Uses 1 in., 1-1/4 in. and 1-1/2 in. 18-Gauge staples
- Includes a carry case, safety goggles, air-hose nipple, oil and wrench set
- Thinner 18-Gauge staple reduces the risk of splitting exotic floors
Product reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
John from
Nice and durable for many uses.
Nice and durable for many uses.
Date published: 2018-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
IKnowNothing from
The right floor stapler for 5/8" engineered bambooNot many floor staplers meet the requirements for 5/8" enginneered bamboo. Staplers or nails for the thicker hardwoods seem to use 16 gauge or larger staples/cleats. My bamboo flooring manufacturerer required 18 guage staples or smaller, but the typical 18 gauge stapler is setup for a thinner flooring. The 461A adjusted perfectly.
So far, I've installed about 200 sq ft of flooring without any issues with the stapler at all. I do end up sitting on the floor to set the wood pieces and operate the stapler, so it may not be appropriate for a professional installer. (absolute speed is less of an issue for the DIYer.)
As with most pneumatic tools, the 461A requires an air compressor with pressure regulator. (Read the instructions and be safe.)
Date published: 2012-01-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
bigdtv3 from
Great ToolI purchased this stapler to install Bruce 3/8" Engineered Flooring. The initial setup was straight-forward, make sure the base sits firmly on the underlayment and the stapling notch sits flush on top of the tongue. After shooting several boards you'll get a feel for proper placement. I pulled the trigger at the wrong time in a few spots, winding up face-nailing the wood. The only way to correct it is to stop immediately, pull out the board, then pull the staples. Clean up the debris and start over.
So far we've installed about 400 sq. ft. of flooring with only a few staples that didn't go in all the way. What I found easiest was to take a hack saw blade and saw off the staple flush with the vertical face of the tongue. There wasn't enough meat of the staple protruding to pull it with pliers. Overall I'm very happy with this stapler, especially for the bargain price.
Date published: 2015-05-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TVK3 from
Great Power ToolI used this stapler to install an engineered hardwood floor. This was my first experience at putting down a hardwood floor and this stapler worked great. I have installed approximately 450 sq. ft. and once I got used to using this stapler things went very fast and smooth. I would highly recommed this to anyone.
Date published: 2011-01-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ProCarpet from
Awesome gunI am a flooring professional with 26 years of experience.
I own three of these guns and have installed thousands of square feet of engineered hardwood with the 461-a.
These guns are great and the fasteners are inexpensive .
I have another gun that uses smaller fasteners ( 20 gague )
and the fasteners are about $35.00 for 5000 staples.
I can get duo fast brand staples for the Porta Nails gun for about $13.00 for 5000 staples
Date published: 2014-02-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Shawn from
Works well...Works well
Date published: 2018-03-21
Rated 4 out of
5
by
LMS2 from
Great Deal for the MoneyI had a neighbor give me 2800sqft of bamboo flooring a couple of years ago, I stuck it in my garage, and there it sat. My wife decided it was time to re-do my office and suggested we pull the carpeting and install the bamboo. This tool worked GREAT! I had never installed any hardwood or engineered flooring before, but it went in beautifully -- my office is now a show piece -- next, I'm moving into the hall and then her office. When finished, about 3/4 of my house will have bamboo flooring -- It will go down without a snag using this stapler.
Date published: 2010-05-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
klane from
great flooring staplerI read some reviews on this flooring stapler before buying, they were mostly positive. I install engineered wood floors from time to time and was tired of renting. (just not cost effective) I just installed 600 sq ft. of 3/8" wood planks. after getting the gun adjusted right and got used to the way it worked it was great. No miss fires at all. The only reason I did not rate it 5 stars is the fact I do not know how durable it will be over the long haul, I will find that out as time goes by. another reason for the 4 star rating is that I can not buy the staples at my local store, only online. when you need them now that is a problem. I would like to see home depot correct this issue.
Date published: 2015-06-16
