What size staples does my staple gun take?

What size staples does my staple gun take?

Light duty staple guns load three sizes of staples: 1/4, 5/16- and 3/8-inch staples. Since the heavy duty stapler can handle a greater variety of staple sizes, it might seem that there’s really no need for the light duty model.

Are staples for staple guns universal?

The right staples aren’t necessarily determined just by the manufacturer. Check your stapler or staple gun to see what size staples you need. If you find those at your local Westlake and they’re made by a different manufacturer, they should still work fine.

How do I know what staples to buy for my staple gun?

Most staples have two reference numbers that are normally standard throughout the brands. The first digits, i.e. 24/## or 26/## indicate the gauge of the wire, the thickness. The second number reflects the length of the staple leg, or shank, and is measured in millimetres.

What size staples does a Craftsman air staple gun use?

5/16-in.
Description Item # 00974416000 Model # 74416. Quickly Join Thin Materials Together with the Craftsman 5/16-in. Staples, 1,000-pk.

What is the crown on a staple?

The “crown” of the staple is the part that still shows after you punch a staple through the materials you are fastening together. The “legs” are perpendicular to the “crown,” and parallel to each other, and they penetrate the materials. Staple crowns come in narrow, medium, and wide versions.

How do I know what size staples I need?

What type of staples do I need for my stapler?

1. The first number indicates in the gauge of wire used in mm.
2. The second number indicates the depth of the leg in mm (also known as the shank length)
3. So 26/6 means the staple has a 26mm gauge and a 6mm shank length.

What staples should I use for upholstery?

Almost any fine wire and medium wire staples can be used for upholstery, depending on your fabric. 20 and 22 gauge staples are the most common staples for upholstery. #7 series staples 22 Gauge, #8 (80) series staples 20 Gauge, and T-50 series staples 20 Gauge are commonly used for these applications.

What is the best staple gun for upholstery?

5 Best Staple Guns for Upholstery | Reviews and Buyers Guide

• Surebonder (Model 9600B) Heavy Duty Pneumatic Stapler (Best Overall)
• Wetols Heavy Duty Upholstery Staple Gun (Best Value)
• Porter-Cable US58 Upholstery Stapler.
• WEN 61710 Narrow Crown Stapler.
• AECCN Staple Gun with Staple Remover and Staples.

What is the best size staple for upholstery?

Almost any fine wire and medium wire staples can be used for upholstery, depending on your fabric. 20 and 22 gauge staples are the most common staples for upholstery.