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A cordless nailer—it's true. This ingenious nailer is powered by battery and fuel cells, beating the heck out of a cumbersome, heavy, loud compressor. Still, it's amazingly light and easy to handle because of its smart, compact design. For the professional, it's a huge time saver—there's no setup involved. For the do-it-yourselfer, it's the power and convenience of a compressor-fired pneumatic nailer without the compressor. This Paslode will fire up to 1,200 fasteners without a new fuel cell and up to 4,000 fasteners without a battery recharge. Imagine building a deck, framing in an addition and scrambling around on a roof without dragging an air hose behind you. We think it's great too for when you'd normally have to rely on a generator for power. Just charge your battery, and you're nailing. Ingenious.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Fast setup for less downtime and more productivity
• Weighs only 6.9 lbs. for comfort and control
• Voltage indicator light for monitoring power
• Cycle rate: 2 to 3 nails per second for optimal productivity
• Rechargeable battery for extended use

Reviews (2)

What you get is GREAT!
Amazon does not have a good description of this package deal, but I got it today and its a great deal. In addition to the cordless nailer, battery, charger and case, the Contractors' Performance Pack comes with an extra battery, a car adapter for the charger, 2 fuel cells, lube oil, a can of degreaser cleaner, and safety googles. I am very satisfied.

With the pro pack and the $50 off it's a great value
I use this once a week for tight quarters framing and easy one handed nailing anytime. It's light enough for no arm strain and dependable enough to use all the time. It's not designed to shoot 5k-10k nails a week, I didn't buy it for that. You have to clean these regularly to keep them up but so what, it's easy. With the Pro kit which is an honest $79 value thrown in, and Amazon's $50 off this can't be beat. This is my third over a 14 year period. To be honest the first one was a POS and I took it back. I still have the second one and it still works, it's just time for new. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This is an innovative tool whose time has most definitely come, making it possible for do-it-yourselfers to have all the power of an air nailer without buying a compressor, fooling with hoses, or putting up with the noise. And unlike other airless nailers, this one requires no fuel cells, and the battery is rechargeable just like those found in other cordless tools. Senco's AirFree brad nailer does the job, maybe with slightly less speed, but the convenience may be more than worth it. There's a slight delay when you press the trigger as the tool revs up, but you'll grow accustomed to the rhythm. It's powered by a 12-volt battery, never needs oil, and features an electronic depth-of-drive adjustment. Senco packs two batteries and a charger along with the nailer in a tough carrying case. You'll fire 600 to 1,000 nails on a charge, and a recharge takes anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes. Low vibration and a comfortable grip make this a heck of a tool. We really, really like this. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Belt hook
• Drives up to 1,000 nails per charge
• Includes two 12-volt/ah batteries
• Adjustable depth of drive
• No expensive and smelly fuel cells

Reviews (14)

Defective design does not hold up
I am a professional finish carpenter working in cabinet shop. I have been using this gun daily for three months. In the beginning it worked just fine, but it did not hold up. I do NOT use it heavily, mostly to install crown molding and scribe, perhaps a strip of nails a day maximum.

It started out not setting the nails properly, and now the belt is not driving the nails at all. The belt driver winds up and then winds down and won't shoot. Out of 8 carpenters in my shop who purchased this gun, I am number 6 to have to return it due to this defect. We have been instructed not to purchase anymore until they work the bugs out.

It may be a fine tool for a handyman or a casual user, but if you're a professional and need a reliable nail gun, I would recommend sticking with a compressor and a traditional air brad nailer.

All I can say is...WOW!
Just finished about 200 linear feet of baseboards, casings, and quarter-round. For the first half I used the old hammer and nail set, the second half I used the AF25 and was absolutely amazed at the results. The AF25 easily cut the install time in half and left me to concentrate on my cuts. The wind up time was not a bother, and you can still drive brads at a pretty good pace. I was trying to decide whether to go with this, or the Porter Cable pnumatic kit with the pancake compressor. With the Senco, there is no compressor to lug, no hoses to string, it's much quieter, and comes with 2 quick charge batteries so there should never be any down time. There is the drawback of not easily being able to add additional tools (like a framing nailer, etc.), but the brad driver will handle 90% of what I do (woodworking and casings) and I can get a framer with compressor later if needed (beware basement, your time is drawing near). The batteries are fully charged in less than an hour unless they are totally drained, then 1.5 hours. I had no trouble putting a 2" brad into solid ash anywhere from 1/4" proud of the surface to countersunk about 1/8".

Now when I see Norm say, "and I'll fasten this with a few brads to hold it 'till the glue dries", I can say, "hey, I can do that!"

I highly recommend this product, they put together a good package.

Lacks durability
Great gun when it works. However, I have gone through at least 4 (have lost exact count) of these guns. Local repair shops cannot work on them so they have to be sent back to Senco. Senco has been great about sending out replacements (covered by warranty) but every replacement has also broken. There is an obvious durability issue. I currently have 2 of them waiting to be sent back and am buying 2 more air-powered guns to replace them with. If you need a gun that is reliable, look for something else.

No Compressor or air lines!
I was a little skeptical when I purchased a Battery Powered brad nailer. But much to my suprize this really works and I mean good. It will shoot a 2 in brad through a 2X4!. There is no heavy air compressor to lug around and no air lines to get tangled up in. This is one of my most time saving purchases. Everyone that I have let borrow it have gone out and bought their own. Try one It will sell itself

I borrow my brother in law's Senco
I read the negative reviews for the Senco AF25 nailer and I am surprised. I have used my brother in law's on and off for over a year to hang trim and finish furniture and I have yet to have a problem. In fact, I really like it! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Great for light framing--remodeling, especially--this Impulse cordless framing nailer from Paslode lets you avoid the hassle of compressor hoses and compressor noise. The nailer's small, 12-inch-long, lightweight body (6.9 pounds) is easy to hold and, because you're not dragging a hose, doesn't cause as much arm fatigue as other nailers. The nailer drives 2- to 3-1/4-inch nails and has easy-to-adjust drive depth and a high-visibility load magazine. This Paslode nailer uses a patented system that requires both a fuel cell and an included rechargeable battery. Overall, we were impressed with the nailer's performance--it's consistent and there's adequate power for most uses. This model shoots up to 1,200 nails on a single fuel cell and up to 4,000 nails on a full battery charge. There's a convenient belt hanger so you don't have to lay the nailer on the ground or on top of a ladder or wedge it among rafters, and the high-visibility orange makes it difficult to misplace. The kit includes a plastic carrying case, a lightweight charger, and safety goggles. Please note that the nailer does not come with the fuel cell included. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Rechargeable battery
• Fast setup
• Lightweight--only 6.9 pounds
• Voltage indicator light
• Cycle rate: 2 to 3 nails per second

Reviews (70)

Arm saver
When me and my brother in law decided to build my house, I started looking for something to help us out. Neither one of us ever owned any kind of nail gun or phneumatic tools. I asked around and read the reviews on your web site. I went to LOWE's and Home Depot to get a closer look at all of the various guns. I decided to try the Paslode Impulse, so I bought one for each of us. I saved... on both by getting them from Amazon. These things are great. I even dropped one twice, once about 6' on a sidewalk. Never missed a beat. They are practically maintence free. Even though they didn't need it I cleaned them once just to make me feel good. The breakdown and cleaning was a snap. They sure made the job go faster and saved a lot of wear and tear on our arms. Not having air hoses laying all around was a big plus. I strongly recommend the Paslode Impulse. I even used the generic nails with no problems.

Powerful and easy to use. Lighter than it looks.
A great multi-purpose framing nailer. The consumables can sometimes sneak up on you, expense-wise, but the convenience far outweights that. It's a lot lighter than it looks, and will shoot a 3 1/2" ring-shank nail through wood with ease. For deck and dock work, there's really no better tool. Mine has been maintenance free, but I do follow the instructions on cleaning it. Also, make sure you're aware that this gun doesn't include the 'No Mar' tip. The gun has a 4-prong nose that is the safety; i.e. you have to depress this on the wood before the gun will fire. Paslode designed the prongs to work well in toe-nailing situations, but be warned: If you're doing top-level deck work, you'll need the 'No Mar' tip so that you won't leave behind 4 little marks at every nail shot. The 'No Mar' tip is a simple replacement nose piece that has a piece of rubber, instead of steel prongs, for it's bottom. No biggie, just wanted to make everyone aware of it. For pure framing, you won't need it, though.

Very good, very reliable tool that has served me well.

Paslode Impulse Hoseless Finish Nailer - Model IM250A
The Gotta-Have Tool!

I have been testing this brand new tool for Lansing Buildall in Ontario and I love it. NO HOSE dragging and tripping me; No noisy compressor, but especially NO HOSE (I hate hoses).

This is a totally new generation hoseless tool from Paslode and their R & D has produced a knock-down, knock-out winner. It has performed flawlessly in my tests and is a delight to use.

The compact size, ANGLED base, and soft grip handle make for perfect balance. That, and a weight of less than 5 pounds, rides on my belt and fits into even my small hand with no strain at all. (AND NO HOSE)

I have shot almost 2000 nails into all kinds of hardwood and soft, and even attached soft cedar fence boards. The depth adjustment works and stays consistent, and the no-mar tip really is.

Then there's the unique "lockout" feature - The tool won't fire if there are no nails in the magazine - so you'll never again find yourself shooting blanks - BRILLIANT! This is a fine, fine tool.

I have had 1(one) jam in 2000 nails and that was my fault, reaching, moving as one fired. That jam was easily cleared though, in seconds via the flip-up nose piece. No tool required. (AND NO HOSE)

Just for fun, some carpenter pals and I timed ourselves with hammers. Thin oak trim - so pre-drill - lay down drill - pick up hammer and nail -hammer nail - pick up nail set - set nail. Fastest time was 20 seconds. This tool does the same job in half a second. FORTY TIMES FASTER.

I can't afford NOT to have this.

Enthusiastic? You betcha. Time is money and this little time machine is making me both. It's a gotta-have tool.

Oh, set up time for the tool? About 3 seconds (including the time to open the case).

Anybody want to buy a used hammer?

Want some free HOSE?

- Stuart Allan Finish Carpenter Toronto, Canada

Convenient and Gets Job Done
While this nailer is not meant for continuous commercial framing applications, it does just fine for what it was intended...home maintenance and light construction around the property. Ran a box of 2" galvanized nails through the thing while replacing a fence...no problems what-so-ever. Buy and use the Paslode cleaning and lubricating products, perform the recommended maintenance at the recommended intervals, use either Paslode nails or those identified as compatible, and it will do you well. It has earned a permanent place in my tool locker.

Fantastic
I recently purchased one of these to frame my basement. Being that I live in a new development of homes and most of the basements aren't finished, my neighbors also anticipated getting some use out of too.

It works like a charm. Never jammed, never misfired. Puts a nail wherever you want. It's not too heavy and can fit just about anywhere. We put up basically everything that can be framed with this nailer.

I used Paslode's nails (which I'd read are much more reliable for use in this nailer). I don't know if that's what made things run so smoothly, but if so, they were worth every penny.

I have to say that I never 'cleaned' it - I'd simply pop the battery out at the end of the day and leave it sitting right where we'd left off. This doesn't seem to have affected the performance at all...

Quite honestly I don't think you can go wrong buying this. I've used it A LOT and am thoroughly happy with its performance. ... Read more

Features

• Comes with a white faced rubber mallet
• Lightweight and easy-to-use
• Drives L-shaped cleats with a single blow operation
• Rubber bumpers protect against marring pre-finished flooring
• Wide foot design for greater stability

Reviews (4)

Great Tool for the Money
I had the opportunity to use both this tool and the Porta Nailer manual floor nailer during a recent job. Both tools were new, both were solidly constructed and of good quality. The Bostich proved far superior to the Porta Nailer due primarily to the ratcheting feature on the Porta Nailer. This does not fuction well and is a poor design. The Porta nailer would leave cleats half driven or fail to release the cleat from the nailer after the cleat was fully driven. On the Porta Nailer side of the job we spent alot of time on our knees with a nail set trying to set cleats. We were forced to pull up a few planks becasue the cleats could not be set or removed. Eventually it was faster to just use the Bostich than waste man hours with the Porta Nailer. POSTSCRIPT _ It's a great value for the money - over ten big jobs without a hitch.

Extreme do-it-yourselfer
I bought this based on reviews at amazon.com. Overall, I really like the nailer. It takes a little getting used to and you have to hit the striking button very square. I also like that it drives slightly bowed planks firmly into place which eliminates the need for clamping. The biggest problem I've had is finding nails. Amazon.com is the only place I've been able to purchase them. None of the big hardware superstores in my area carry them (4 different companies), nor any of the lumber yards, hardware stores, etc.. So, Plan ahead and buy plenty of nails online and don't wait until the last minute to restock. I'm in the middle of putting down over 2000 square feet of 3/4 inch hardwood and am very please with this tool's performance. If I had to do it all over again, I'd still buy this nailer.

Good Manual Flooring Nailer
This is the first time I have put down tongue and groove hardwood flooring. I did a quick search on the internet and found this nailer for a decent price. I coulnd't afford the pnuematic ones because of cost plus I don't own an air compressor. First overal impression was its sturdy construction, it's very well built. This should last me for years if I ever decide to lay hardwood floors again or if my friends need to borrow it. The mallet that is included is very robust and the weight and balance allows you to impart a nice blow to set the cleat. I have had a few times where I didn't give it a hard enough blow and I didn't set the cleat all the way down. This is the main complaint of this tool I found on the internet and some people prefer the ratcheting manual nailers. But, the complaint of the racheting manual nailers was it would jam if you tried to set the last cleat. The Bostitch has set every single cleat every single time. Hasn't jammed once. So, if I didn't set the cleat all the way on the first blow, I just grabbed my pliers and twisted the cleats head off. Didn't even try pulling it out. The head would fatigue right off at the wood level and I would set another cleat right next to it. So I guess for me, take your pick, take time to fatigue off the cleats unseated head or take time trying to unjam a nailer. In my opinion, a nailer shouldn't have problems with jamming and tools tend to get broken when this happens. Once getting used to the amount of force required to set the cleat, I pretty much set them every single time now. The flooring I've used is pre-finished and I haven't had any problems with marring of the finish from this tool. Also, with the heavy mallet, I can really get the wood up tight to the previous line. If I did do this for a living, I could tell that it would start to stress my wrists and tendons, hence thats the main advantage of the pnuematic nailers. But for the price, I'm quite pleased. I'm really impressed with the results of my floor. Hope this helps

Great Flooring Nailer
I purchased this nailer as an "experiment" from a local hardware store that had it on clearance. I had previously checked for reviews here and found none, so I had no idea what kind of nailer it would be. My only base of reference was experience with a Porto-Nails 401P that I used on several occaisions (borrowed from another guy on the crew). I was not especially pleased with the performance of the 401P, so I had decided I would not buy one for myself, and, at this time, a pneumatic nailer was out of the question because of their prices. So the MFN200 seemed like a decent compromise. Upon initial inspection, I was impressed with the all metal construction and the feel of the nailer, it looks and feels like a tool that has the durability and construction to stand the test of time in the field (something that I did not feel with the 401P). First use has been an absolute joy! It drives the L-shaped cleates smoothly and positively with one hit (it doesn't have the ratcheting mechanism like the 401P). Some like the ratcheting of the 401P, but I have found that the lack of this feature on the MFN200 doesn't bother me a bit, even in odd positions for striking the tool. And my output has increased as well. Comparing the L-shaped cleats of the MFN200 and the T-shaped cleats of the 401P, both are serrated so in my own estimation, the difference in holding power will be insignificant. My biggest satisfaction has been that the MFN200 will drive every cleat in the magazine until it's empty. The 401P I have used was never able to do this. The one negative comment I do have is that it does not have the variety of different shoes available like the 401P (I haven't checked with Bostitch, though. Just this site). Overall, this is a great nailer if you can strike the tool solidly using either arm. In my estimation, it is far superior to the 401P and anyone on a budget will appreciate the price compared to a pneumatic nailer. Spend the few extra dollars and own a tool you will be satisfied with. ... Read more

Features

• User can engage contact trip lock-off and prevent accidental dis-charge of fastener.
• Provides increased durability over current cordless nailers and provides easy access for troubleshooting and service on the job-site or by a service technician.
• Works as fast as you do with consistent nail penetration into both soft and hard joints.
• Sequential operating mode allows for precision placement and the bump operating mode provides the user with production speed.
• Depths can be easily referenced utilizing numbered dial and user does not sacrifice performance when changing depths in hard wood joints.

Features

• Hardened steel nose piece
• Rugged portable designed for performance
• Magnetic nose piece to hold nail in place
• Includes: Leather glove, two hardened nose pieces, oil, O-rings, and service tools
• Convenient carrying case

Reviews (2)

Great Nailer!
I have just begun a 2000 sq. ft. addition on my home. This nailer is the perfect tool for nailing all the joist hangers. I have a lot of engineered lumber in my design and trying to drive a nail by hand into a microlam beam is very difficult. I have framing nailers but they are too big to get in between the rafters at times.

The tool has a good feel and weight. Very comfortable. I drove over 200 nails the first day I used it and it never malfuctioned once. The glove keeps the tool where it needs to be and there is very limited recoil so it doesn't bother your hand at all.

I would recomend this nailer to anyone who does even the smallest amount of construction or home inprovement. In fact I have a second one on order for a Christmas gift for my 68 year old father who fell in love with it the first time he used it.

Pneumatic Palm Nailer
I recently retired and have undertaken a project to build a woodworking shop-garage. Swinging a hammer has become a very tiresome chore, and I was considering the purchase of a framing nailer. Upon reviewing information from various manufacturers, I realized that a framing nailer is a very specialized tool.
However, I happened to run across information about palm nailers. In reviewing the information provided by Amazon, I read that a palm nailer can be used for nailing any size nail and in many different applications. I could see where this would be a more useful tool than a framing nailer. I purchased the Bostitch PN100 kit, and immediately started using it with 16d nails in framing my new shop. I then used 10d nails in decking the roof. All I can say is this nailer is wonderful!! It drives nails quickly, at any angle, and in a limited amount of space. You do have to be careful to make sure that the alignment of the nail with the nailer is correct; if not, bent nails will result. However, with just a little practice, nailing becomes an effortless operation. I would recommend this as a general purpose nailer to anyone. I might also add that I own a brad nailer and a roofing nailer made by Porter Cable, and a 1/4 inch crown stapler, and the Bostitch nailer works as well as any of them. ... Read more

Features

• Belt hook
• Drives up to 750 nails per charge
• Includes two 14.4-volt/ah batteries
• Adjustable depth of drive
• No expensive and smelly fuel cells

Reviews (18)

Very nice gun.
I have owned this gun about a year now and it has been wonderful.
I have a SFN40 air gun which is very nice also but since I bought the AF41 I have not bothered to get the air gun out of the van. Both guns sit side by side and I always grab the AF41. I have never had a miss fire or a nail fail to set all the way. I don't work with 2" oak either. I can't imagine how Senco could improve this gun. I had paslodes in the past but the battery always was dead when I went to use it and they dont smell very good when used indoors.

okay til it breaks...and it will
This gun is one of those products that you'll wonder how you ever did without until.....it eventually breaks down. And it's guaranteed that it will. I had the Air Free 41, along with the cordless brad nailer, and I was as happy as a clam with both of them. That is until they both eventually broke. The brad nailer broke on me 5 times and the finish nailer twice. Fortunately the HDepot carried them so I just returned them for a new one each time. Unfortunately, they no longer carry these items for reasons I can only guess might be that they were filling containers full of broken guns for return to Senco.

If you aren't going to use these guns for your livelyhood, then by all means get one. Make sure you have a backup compressor and gun just in case. By the way, Senco in south FL is no longer fixing these guns. The Dewalt rep will be happy to accomodate your repair for approximately half the cost of a new gun. What a bargain.

good Idea poor product
I went through 5 of these guns and all failed. Luckily home depot took them all back. I spoke with a senco distributor who told me he sold 200 of these guns and had 180 returned. He said senco sent him some prototypes to try that all failed. He told senco that the gun wasn't ready for market, but they brought them out any way. I use senco air powered nail guns on a daily basis with tremendous satisfaction, but this gun is a loser.

I Love this nail gun
I got mine at Christmas and have used it for about 3000 nails. All nails were 2 1/2 inch driven into pine, fir and oak. I have never had a problem or a jam. I have an 18 guage nailer and a framing nailer but I use the Senco now rather than these whenever possible because the Senco AF41 is cordless and easy to use.

I have been using it primarily for crown molding (1200 feet installed with the gun)and door jam nailing. The cordless operation is very nice for nailing molding. On a step ladder you can hold the molding with one hand and nail with this cordless gun in the other.

I did not know how handy this tool would be when I bought it but it is now one of my favorite tools.

Expensive Toy - But Worth It.
I bought the AF-41 to help get some of those projects done that have been kicking around for a while. (At least that's what I told my wife.) It works as well as I expected...easy to use. A little heavy compared to an air tool but I'm not tripping over the hose. It especially handy for one- or two nail jobs.

A contractor working on my house tried it, and his comment was, "Hey, this is really slick!" He had been ready to go out to his truck and get his compressor, but finished the whole job with the AF-41, and it never missed a beat.

I've only had it a couple of months, but IMHO, this one's a keeper. ... Read more

Features

• Battery cell life: 4,000 nails

Reviews (1)

It's a battery
What is there to say about a battery? It takes a charge and it delivers power. This particular model lasts a very long time. The impulse guns must not require much power to operate because these will drive several thousand nails before dying. My only complaint is that they are expensive compared to other batteries . At the same rate a 12v would be a hundred bucks. ... Read more

Features

• User can engage contact trip lock-off and prevent accidental dis-charge of fastener.
• Provides increased durability over current cordless nailers and provides easy access for troubleshooting and service on the job-site or by a service technician.
• Works as fast as you do with consistent nail penetration into both soft and hard joints.
• Sequential operating mode allows for precision placement and the bump operating mode provides the user with production speed.
• Depths can be easily referenced utilizing numbered dial and user does not sacrifice performance when changing depths in hard wood joints.

Features

• 1.5 avg scfm @ 90 psi
• Adjustable depth mechanism helps you control the depth of drive in various types of wood
• Quick clear nose provides easy access to jammed nails
• No-mar tip will not dent the wood surface
• Rubber comfort grip for easy handling

Features

• Fits all Bammer models
• Delivers 3000 shots per cartridge
• Self-sealing to conserve fuel
• One cell

Reviews (9)

This is a very worthwhile tool!
These fuel cells are great! They are a great value for the benefit they afford: namely portable power nailing without a compressor. The only drawback I have found to these fuel cells is that you must remove them if you will not be using your Bammer for an extended period of days/weeks. If you do not, all of the fuel will slowly seep out and your fuel cell will be empty when you next need it!

And speaking of the nail gun itself, I have owned a Porter-Cable "Bammer" for about three years now and I remain well pleased with its performance. I am a do-it-yourselfer primarily using the nailer for basic home remodeling and woodworking in my garage shop. I have used mine to hang all types of moldings and casings throughout my house and friends' houses, as well as to attach moldings to furniture projects in the shop. The worst "problem" I have ever had with this nail gun is a feed/jam, which was easily cleared (it has only happened once or twice).

Bottom Line: If you read and follow the instructions, and take your time with this tool, I see no reason why you cannot have as much success with it as I have.

Bammer with fuel cell
Just borrowed a friends Porter Cable "Bammer" and loved it. The fuel cell concept works great, no air compressor, or battery pack. For the homeowner or do-it-yourselfer, it is great. It has been discontinued, but is still available new, and used; fuel cells are available here. We bought a "Bammer" of our own; didn't want to give the borrowed one back.

Satisfied with my bammer
I have used my bammer extensively for 3 years now. Probably gone through 20 fuel cells with no problems. Only problem has been sometimes the fuel cells leak. This is solved by oiling the rubber cell seal to keep it supple. I love the freedom my bammer gives me. No lugging around an air compressor just to do a 10 minute job. No air hoses to sort out. The bammer is so versatile I have even installed wood flooring with it. Too bad Porter Cable discontinued it. All they had to do was beef it up a little design-wise.

Bammers - offer freedom and reliability
I am very disappointed in Porter-Cable. Apparently they have discontinued the BAMMER line of products. However, I have two finish nailers we use extensively and have never had a problem (no more than normal air powered nailers) We use them for quick repairs and small jobs and they are great - no compressor to lug around, they are light weight and very manuverable. Too bad, I guess we have to look at other vendors since we like the gas powered freedom. Sorry Porter-Cable, you lost a customer.

Bammer not worth buying
I called Porter Cable and was told that the bammer guns were discontinued because they never worked as a Porter Cable should. Porter Cable offered to replace the tool with another but made no guarantee that it would work. After complaining a bunch PC offered to replace the Bammer with any equal value product. That is why I will stick with Porter Cable tools but it will not be a Bammer. ... Read more

Features

• On/off switch to optimize battery charge on compressor
• Battery operated with compact design for ultimate portability
• Lightweight - Compressor only 6.6 lbs with battery installed - air tool weights 2.5 lbs
• Compressor Operates at 115 PSI maximum pressure - air tool requires 0.94 SCFM

Amazon.com Review

Great for all kinds of finish and trim work, this Trimpulse finish nailer from Paslode lets you avoid the hassle of compressor hoses and compressor noise. Its small (less than 12 inches long), lightweight body (5 pounds, 8 ounces) is easy to grip and, because you're not hooked to a hose, doesn't cause as much arm fatigue as other nailers. The nailer drives 3/4- to 2-1/2-inch nails and has easy-to-adjust drive depth, as well as a Quick-Clear feature that provides easy access to the nailer's nose if a jam occurs. This Paslode nailer also uses a patented system that requires both a fuel cell and an included rechargeable battery. We were impressed by the nailer's performance--it's consistent and there's plenty of power for most uses. This model will shoot up to 2,400 nails on a single fuel cell and up to 4,000 nails on a full battery charge. It also has a convenient belt hanger so you don't have to lay the gun on the ground or on top of a ladder, and the high-visibility orange makes it difficult to overlook. The kit includes a plastic carrying case, a lightweight charger, and safety goggles. Please note that the nailer does not come with the fuel cell included. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Lasts all day
• Fast setup
• Lightweight
• Compact design
• Low fatigue

Reviews (13)

paslode is a winner Bammer is a BUMMER
I recently sent away and received a porter cable Bammer finish cordless nailing gun, and was it ever poor. it was so heavy and clumbsy that I could'nt hold it over my head and push the piston in, that's what you have to do to fire the nailer and it damned near threw my shoulder out of joint! Was I ever pleased when the paslode nailer I ordered in it's place came a week later. it was very light, and worked like a charm. I'm getting older, and I appreciate lightness, and ease of operation. THIS IS IT!

Works wonders
I owned the Porter Cable bammer before I purchased the impulse. What a mistake, the bammer should be called the bummer. The Paslode impulse works much, much better. I enjoy using it very much. I am glad someone can make a cordless nailer that works good!

Disappointed
When I first purchased this gun it performed like a dream, however, after the first brads things started to go wrong. These problems were not corrected even when thirty minutes is spent cleaning the gun as per the manufacturer's directions. I have faithfully used both the expensive de-greasers and lubricating oil to no avail. I appear to spend longer cleaning the bloody thing than actually using it.

After a thorough cleaning the gun works well for a short time and then the problems start. The gun will consistantly misfire, in that the nose will be depressed and the fan will start, but no combustion occurs. Originally I believed that it must have been the spark, but that appears to be okay.

I have returned this particular gun to the service agent on a number of occasions for the following reasons:

Split main o-ring
Fan motor burnt out
hole in the dust filter, failure to fire when contact element is lightly, but fully depressed.

Another major problem with this model is the spring in the magazine hold open device. This spring keeps the rear of the nails properly aligned. I have lost this spring, by vertue of it falling out, on no fewer than three occasions. I have now given up with this feature of the gun and it still seems to function okay.

Don't get me wrong I am not anti-paslode, . I own the framer and air fit out gun and their great tools, however this fit-out gun is a lemon. Steer well clear of it and purhaps look at some of the newer models. I wish I had, but I liked the ability to change between guages of the brads.

customer service
Living in Los Angeles must be the "out back" to Paslode, I purchased the tool with the understanding that nails and fuel cells could be purchased at places like Lowes and Home Depot or at best at local tool outlets. I have yet to find a retailer that sell the 18 guage nail, some do sell brads. I had to have the fuel cell UPS'ed from Oxnard Ca. I went on line and discussed the problem with Paslode. They could care less, they insist that fuel cells and nails are available(but they wouldn't sell me any????. So I continue to call tool supply stores and check larger retailers. The Paslode catalogue "on line fastener section" does not even refer to the nails in question. As far as performance, when using brads it works adequatly. So to any and all of you that are considering the purchase of this tool make sure that accessories and supplies are available Would I buy another produce-----NO.

Great nailer
I have this nailer and like it so well i am going to buy another. I also have a porter cable bammer finish nailer and it is the biggest piece of JUNK i ever bought
and i ruined my sholder using it... Thanks PASLOID for such easy product to use THANKS Harold Stanley 2833 58th st Fennville MI. 49408 ... Read more

Features

• On/off switch to optimize battery charge on compressor
• Battery operated compressor with compact design for ultimate portability
• Lightweight - Compressor only 6.6 lbs with battery installed - air tool weights 2.5 lbs
• Compressor Operates at 115 PSI maximum pressure - air tool requires 0.94 SCFM

Amazon.com Review

Perfect for finish and trim work that requires getting into small spaces, this Impulse finish nailer from Paslode lets you avoid the hassle of compressor hoses and compressor noise. The nailer's small, lightweight body (just under 5 pounds) is easy to grip and, because you're not hooked up to a hose, doesn't cause as much arm fatigue as other nailers. It drives 1-1/4- to 2-1/2-inch nails and has easy-to-adjust drive depth, a probe position indicator, and an angled clip for improved maneuverability. This Paslode nailer uses a patented system that requires both a fuel cell and an included rechargeable battery. We were impressed with the gun's performance--it's consistent and provides plenty of power for most uses. This model will shoot up to 1,200 nails on a single fuel cell and up to 4,000 nails on a full battery charge. It has a convenient belt hanger, too, so you won't have to lay it on the ground or on top of a ladder, and the high-visibility orange makes it difficult to overlook. The kit includes a plastic carrying case and a lightweight charger. Please note that the nailer does not come with the fuel cell included. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Five-year warranty
• Drives 1-1/4- to 2-1/2-inch nails
• Depth-of-drive wheel with probe position indicator
• Angled magazine gives access to tight spots
• Lockout features locks the tool at 10 nails to prevent blank firing and damage to wood surfaces

Reviews (33)

Paslode Tools will make the job easier
We own several different Paslode nail guns, including the framing nailer and the straight finish nailer. We began using the Paslode products about 4 years ago. I will say that the new guns we have purchased in the last few months are significantly better than the quality of the guns purchased just a year ago. Don't get me wrong, we weren't disappointed with our purchase a year ago, it's just that these "newest generation" guns fire smoother, have more power and have been more consistent.

I have heard others complain about the cost of gas cartridges and replacement batteries and that the guns have to be reloaded fairly often. I will say that all of these are very minor inconveniences when compared to the overall benefits of these tools.

We now own about 10 of these various Paslode guns for our crews and they are truly a great tool. While they are quite a bit more expensive than the air tools, the freedom of use that this style of gun offers and how it will make your work more effecient makes this a purchase well worth the money. Also, Amazon's price is EXTREMELY competative and not paying sales tax on the purchase saves us in Michigan another ... . You will not be disappointed with this purchase.

So far so good.
I have recently purchased this tool for professional carpentry applications. It has been used for a week, with no problems and not one single misfire. The battery fits snugly and tight, the fuel cell issues must be resolved,no problems. Very light tool, angle allows access to hard to reach places. The adjustable depth is an excellent addition to the original guns which did not have depth adjustment.
I own the Paslode straight nailer and the 18 gauge nailer for trim and we have two Paslode framers.
We also use pneumatic tools and trimmers and these Paslodes are not the best alternative for heavy production jobs. For an additon, a kitchen, or a room remodel they are perfect.
I do not think homeowners or weekend warriors should spend the money, but if you like nice tools then the whole line of Paslodes are a super investment.

How many more upgrades do I need to make it work?
I purchased my first angled finish nailer from a large discount store. I used it for two jobs (doors and trimwork), thought it was the bomb! the next job did not go so good! The nailer refused to fire, so I cleaned it but still nothing. I called paslode for help and was told the gun needed upgrades from the local service center. Did that but still only fired now and again. Returned the nailer to the store for replacement and met a rep while I was there. Discussed my problem, he handed me a MORE RECENT version and assured me there were no upgrades needed. Upon leaving the store I called paslode and checked, I was told ther were two upgrades needed to be done on the gun I had just purchased!!! I felt betrayed and distraught so I returned it and bought my old faithful Senco pneumatic !! I DONT WORRY ABOUT PRICE WHEN I PURCHASE THE TOOLS I EARN A LIVING WITH, I JUST WISH PASLODE WOULD NOT MARKET A TOOL THAT NEEDS TO BE REENGINEERED AND WOULD HIRE MORE HONEST REPS. WAY TO DROP THE BALL PASLODE, YOU LOST MY BUISNESS!!!

Be Afraid . . .
I recently bought a Paslode framing nailer and a finish nailer. The framing nailer is OK but the finish nailer is just awful. It only fires about 30% of the time and will just stop working. I then have to remove the nails, battery, and fuel cell; jiggle the wires to the controls and spark plug and then maybe just maybe it will fire a few more times.

(I am at 5500' and am using the high altitude fuel jet but that doesn't make a difference.)

From my experience I would not recommend this tool. I thought that the absence of a compressor hose would be a very good thing but when this nailer stranded me I had to go to my local rental store and rent a pneumatic nailer to finish my job. I found that dealing with a hose is not as big a hassle as I thought it would be. I will return this portable nailer and replace it with a pneumatic one and save about $250.

janmmin tool ,nail jammin
I have a three year old tool which has jammed 25% of the time I have fired it. It is going back for the second time to be repaired I love the concept because I am a cabinet and trim installer but I cant waste the time unjamming this piece of junk the last 10 times I fired it it has bent the nail and fired it half way into the trim. I have all the cleaning products and have become adept at tearing it down and cleaning it . there seems to be an alignment problem with the safty bar not compressing into the nose of the gun. I guess I will continue to bring my compressor for nails bigger than 1 1/4 inches ( which is the limit for my porter cable gun with the commpressor in the tool ) the pc is an awsome tool I wish I could say that about this tool. ... Read more

Features

• Quick-Clear Nose Cover
• Comfortable "Sure Grip" Handle
• Small & Compact at only 4.75 lbs, Length 11", Height 11.8", Width 4"
• Shoots 3/4" - 2-1/2" nails
• Tool-Free Depth of Drive

Features

• Continuous operation 1000 nails/hour and intermittant operation of 2-3 nails/second
• Convenient carry case includes safety glasses and owner's manual
• Includes extra no-mar tip and allen wrench
• Includes rechargeable battery and battery charger
• Can shoot 5/8" - 2" nails, holds 100

Reviews (2)

Great Gun For Any Job
I've had mine for about a year and I love this gun. It's so much easier to grab this out of the backseat of my truck and start nailing than it is to grab a pneumatic gun, the compressor, the hose, finding an outlet and tripping over the hose as I'm trying to nail with it. For a small job you can be in and out with this gun before you even get the compressor set up. As long as you keep the gun lubed and clean you will rarely have a problem with it. I use mine for trim, woodworking and finish work with great results. In fact, I haven't used a pneumatic brad nailer since I got this, and I have 3 brad nailers that are collecting dust because of this gun. I've used different brands of nails and they all seem to work well. At the price this gun may not be for everyone, But everyone that uses it will want one

Good First Try
If your looking for a cordless finish nailer pass this one up and go to the newer [nailer] by Paslode. The price is about the same to [a little] more... I own two of these and there are times when the cylinder head gets in the way of nailing corners and under toe kicks It's a good nailer but it has been obsoleted by its brother ... ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Imagine combining the power of a pneumatic brad nailer with the convenience of a battery-powered unit. The Porter-Cable BN200V12 cordless 18-gauge brad nailer kit offers just that kind of choice. Connect it to an external air compressor, and you have a powerful pneumatic nailer. Or attach the 12-volt battery and let the onboard compressor do the job. Either way, you'll get a reliable brad nailer capable of firing standard 3/4- to 2-inch, 18-gauge brad nails into virtually any wood surface cleanly and accurately. Versatility like this is obviously a huge boon to remodelers who'd like to get in and out of a job without having to haul out a compressor and dirty hoses. (As you would expect, the onboard compressor makes this nailer heavier and somewhat less maneuverable than standard models.) Tool-free depth adjustments are quick and precise. A quick-release nosepiece allows for fast jam clearing, and a removable rubber nose cushion prevents marring on finished surfaces. Built-in auto shutoff, automatic pressure release, and self-diagnostic features provide added convenience. --Carl Thress ... Read more

Features

• Package includes 12-volt high capacity battery, charger, 1/4-inch male coupler, 1,000 brads, and case
• Exclusive Twin Power Source Technology (TPS) allows air or 12-volt battery power operation
• Fires standard 18-gauge brad nails ranging from 3/4- to 2 inches
• Battery powers an electronically controlled onboard compressor
• High and normal settings for hard or soft wood applications

Reviews (34)

Great Tool
I bought the DeWalt chop saw stand and the nailer in the same order. I cut all (ALL) of the trim for my new windows in about 20 minutes and installed it with the nailer in about an hour. No kidding. No more hammer and nail set for me. I also bought 2 batteries. In hindsight, one would have done it for me. By the time the battery runs down, I need a break anyway. The only thing I can add is - get a couple of those rubber things for the end where the nail exits. It's for not marring the finish. I have found that they tend to disappear (fall off).

I agree with the previous poster. If this thig was ever stolen - I'd HAVE to buy another. It's heavy, but a compressor is heavier. I have used the Pasload too. This is much cheaper and works just as well without the need for gas cartridges.

Porter Cable BN200V12 Cordless Brad Nailer
Great tool for remodeling and light commercial work. Convenient to work with due to lack of hose and no need to drag compressor out of truck! If I was trimming out a whole house, I would use my regular trim nailer, but for small jobs or furniture building with biscuits, it fills the bill. Usual high quality P-C construction and it seems to drive about 4-5 sticks of nails per charge, but I did buy a second battery so as to have a fresh one ready to go. Now if only they made a similar framing nailer...

Deserves an award for design!
This tool is made in Taiwan, as the other Porter cordless tools are, not in USA which is stated in the Amazon info.

This nailer fired right up & worked flawlessly, and feels lighter than it looks. It is balanced quite nicely, and if you are looking to not have to set up the ole compressor or drag a hose around this tool is great. I also bought the Porter 12V cordless drill instead of another battery, since the drill comes with 2 batteries (that's $110 in batteries included with the $139 drill!) so I now have an extra battery for either tool.

Nice product. Is a shame Porter can't make these in USA too. If Makita can do it why can't Porter & DeWalt?

So convenient not having to worry about a huge compressor
This is probably one of the best things to become cordless since the drill. The innovation of the cordless drill makes it now almost unacceptable to have a corded model unless it's for powering through concrete or other hard material. The innovation of this cordless nailer means no electric cord, no stinky power cells, and best of all, no need to worry about a heavy compressor and pneumatic cords.

For me, this is super helpful for finish work on trim and molding around the house and building cabinets. Having to drag the compressor out of the storage closet was why I still used finish nails with regularity...but no more. I should have gotten this earlier along into my home renovations. Yes, it's a bit heavy but it's okay given that I have both battery and external compressor options. Yes, it can shoot only about 200-300 nails, but it's okay given that I don't come close to that amount and the charger is really quick. Most of my time is spent cutting or positioning wood to fit and I doubt I'd ever have everything cut and ready so all I do is nail all day. I've had this nailer for about a month and haven't had any problems at all.

I love this tool. Happy Father's Day to me!

excellent, quality tool
Great portable air nailer. Strengths--quality, ease of use, reliable, well made. Weaknesses--none noted, may be a bit heavy on above head usage, some inconvenience when switching air on or off when using battery side. OTHER WISE...OVERALL EXCELLENT TOOL...ONE OF MY FAVORITES. ... Read more

Features

• Contractor pack includes an extra battery, car adapter for charger, 2 extra fuel cells and 2,000 2-1/2" finish nails
• Drives 1-1/4- to 2-1/2-inch nails
• Depth-of-drive wheel with probe position indicator
• Angled magazine gives access to tight spots
• Lockout features locks the tool at 10 nails to prevent blank firing and damage to wood surfaces

Features

• Convenient 4-pack of fuel cells.
• Cannot ship via air