An air stapler is a stapling tool that uses compressed air to drive staples through materials. It typically contains a magazine or strip that holds the staples, along with a piston mechanism that pushes each staple out when triggered.

Using an air stapler is a great way to fasten materials quickly and efficiently. For beginners unfamiliar with using air staplers, there are some important factors to understand before operating one of these tools.

What is an Air Stapler?

An air stapler looks similar to an air nailer but they serve different purposes. An air stapler ejects staples to fasten materials together, while an air nailer shoots nails to secure materials. 

Air stapler use straight or U-shaped nails. U-shaped nails have two prongs that bend as they are forced through materials, fastening them together. This distinguishes staples from nails which only have one shaft. Staple sizes are measured by the crown width (the widest part of the staple) and leg length. Common sizes include 3/8", 1/2", and 9/16" crown widths. Narrow crown staples like 3/8" work for delicate materials, while wider 1/2" and 9/16" staples are better for construction materials. Leg length ranges from 1/4" to 9/16". Longer leg lengths provide more holding power. Select a stapler that handles the staple size you anticipate using most.  

When Should You Use an Air Stapler? 

Here are some of the most common uses and applications for an air stapler.

Construction and carpentry. Secure sheathing, roofing felt, insulation, vapour barriers, house wraps. 

Joinery, fasten wood panels and drywall.

Upholstery. Staple fabric and leather to wood frames.

Packaging. Fasten cardboard boxes, crates, and packaging materials.

Crafts. Affix fabric, or other lightweight materials for arts and crafts.

The main advantage of an air stapler is the ability to rapidly drive multiple staples with a consistent force while minimizing hand fatigue. They are ideal when you need to staple many materials quickly and securely.

Loading Staples

Most air staplers load from the rear or underside of the magazine. The magazine needs to be empty before inserting a strip of staples. Models with bottom loading require you to open the magazine by sliding a lever or lock. Rear loaded staplers may have a swinging clear door providing access. Always ensure the magazine is oriented properly before loading staples.

Insert the staple strip fully into the magazine then close it. Staple strips have one end tapered allowing you to identify direction. You may need to advance the first staple into firing position by pulling back the internal mechanism until it clicks. Check your manual for proper loading procedures for your specific air stapler model.

Adjusting Depth Settings

One advantage of air staplers is the ability to adjust stapling depth. This controls how deep the staple penetrates the materials. Adjusting depth prevents driving staples too far through materials or not seating them properly.

Look for a depth adjustment dial, lever, or screw on your stapler. Adjusting in one direction lessens penetration depth while the other increases it. Test on scrap material first to find the ideal setting. You want staples driven deep enough to securely fasten materials without protruding through the opposite side.

Proper Stapling Technique

Hold the air stapler firmly and place it straight against the materials you want to fasten. Be aware of the nosepiece orientation. Some nosepieces are adjustable allowing you to staple in tighter spaces.

Once in position, gently squeeze the trigger to fire a staple. Do not jerk or squeeze aggressively as this can impact staple placement accuracy. Allow the stapler to recoil slightly before advancing to the next stapling point.

To ensure proper bonding, you generally want to place staples between 1 and 2 inches apart. This may vary based on the materials you are working with. Drive successive staples methodically in a line or pattern to securely fasten materials.

Avoid driving staples at the very edge of materials which can cause splitting. Leaving at least 1/2 inch from edges gives staples sufficient grip. Take care on soft or delicate materials not to overdrive staples leading to unsightly dents.

With practice, you will get a good feel for stapling force. Let the tool do the work rather than forcing staples through firm pressure. You want a snug fit without crushing materials.

Clearing Jammed Staples

Occasional staple jams are inevitable when using air staplers extensively. This occurs when a staple becomes lodged in the drive mechanism or magazine.

Disconnect air supply immediately when a jam happens. Do not try to fire another staple which can worsen the jam.

Check for any obstructed staples in the nosepiece then try to clear them with pliers. Some staplers have a release latch allowing you access the drive mechanism. Remove any jammed staples before reloading magazine.

Preventing jams comes down to proper handling and maintenance. Only use recommended staple sizes, keep inner components lightly lubricated, and do not overload the magazine. Knowing how to clear jams quickly keeps your workflow running smoothly.

Experience increased productivity with the AEROPRO A8016 air stapler. This professional-grade stapler delivers the power, accuracy, and reliability you need to get jobs done quickly.

This kind of Wide Crown Staple Gun is mainly composed of gun body, cylinder and cylinder head, piston, fixed magazine and movable magazine, gun head, balance valve, trigger, valve stem, positioning handle, gas nozzle and so on. The shell is made of high quality aviation aluminum material, which is lighter than ordinary similar products on the market. Piston and bumper lifespan 1 million times. In addition, it uses heat-treated gas pipe joints, featuring a long service life and is not prone to wear. The Wide Crown Staple Gun also has the outstanding advantages of high quality, long service life, delicate design, simple operation, low maintenance rate, high cost effective as well as impact resistance. It is widely used in thin wood reinforcement, frame fixing, carton fixing, sofa repair, etc. It is deeply loved by our customers all over the world because of high efficiency.

Main features:

• Light weight and strong aluminum housing

• Non-slip rubber grip and plastic trigger for comfort and better control.

• Magazine release knob, easy to use.

• Aluminum alloy magazine with large capacity.

• Heat- treated cylinder cover with hammer function.

• High quality piston with increased life up to 1000000 cycles.

• Ideal for lathing, sheathing, insulation installation, cabinetry, upholstery, furniture and frame construction, industrial packaging, joinery, measurement and assembly construction.

Model: A8016

Dimension: 220.5*140.5*43.2mm

Weight: 0.91kg

Required pressure: 72-87PSI(5-6bar)

Max.pressure: 120PSI(8.3bar)

Nail Capacity: 125pcs

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