Porter-Cable FR350A Round Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer

• Uses 20 degree to 22 degree nails, 2-inch to 3-1/2-inch by .113-inch to .148-inch plastic collated round-head framing nails
• Power to drive nails (up to 3-1/2-inch by .131-inch) into engineered lumber
• Compact body design for better balance and style
• Consistent power on every shot with internal piston catch mechanism
• Selectable trigger - restrictive or contact actuation mode;Tool-free depth-of-drive adjustment with detents for proper setting of nail heads

I have plans to begin finishing out my basement in the near future. After researching several different brands of framing nailers, I decided on this one based on the overwhelming number of positive reviews it received. After only breaking it in, I can tell you that I can see why everyone has such good things to say about this nailer. It is without a doubt a quality, powerful, confidence-inspiring piece of equipment that anyone would be proud to own.

I bought it right after I purchased the Porter-Cable CFFN250N combo kit. After breaking in the compressor (very important I might add), I set the regulator at 100 psi, and connected and loaded the nailer with 3" .120 coated framing nails. I found a couple of scraps of 2x4, stacked them one on top of the other, and let her go. At 100 psi, and with no adjustment to the gun right out of the box, it went through both pieces and sank the first nail perfectly flush, no problem! After a few more test shots, I gave the depth adjustment on the gun a quarter turn just to see what difference it would make. At the same pressure, it put the head of the nail slightly below the surface of the wood, just as it should. As expected, there was quite a bit more recoil with a nailer this size, and I found that just a little more pressure on the board helped when firing a nail. After all, it is shooting a 3" nail in one shot! I also changed the trigger to the "contact actuation" mode, which shoots a nail every time you touch the tip to the wood. This is a great feature, but as one other reviewer noted, I would suggest using it with caution. In the hands of someone unfamiliar with it's operation, it could be very dangerous! Nevertheless, it worked flawlessly, and all initial indications are that this gun will serve me well for many years to come. It's amazing what having the right equipment can do for your confidence level, especially if you're an amateur like me!

On a side note, I was also very pleased to see that such an affordable and relatively small compressor (2HP, 6 gallons) could produce more than enough pressure to power this gun. The compressor will produce 135 psi, and the gun's operating range is from 70-120 psi. As noted above, I had no problem with 3" nails at 100 psi.

Also, I can't say enough about the deal I got here at Amazon on this nailer. I caught it on a good day at less than $200, ordered the 17-piece accessory kit with it, took advanatage of the $25 off and free shipping offer, and still came out almost $50 cheaper than I would've paid for the nailer alone at the big orange store!

Thanks Amazon. You are an asset to the online shopping community!

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Just finished house number 2 with this bad boy. You just can't beat Porter Cable. Stick with the 350A instead of buying the 350mag. It is only about a pound heavier, comes with a case and you save $40.

Very Well Balanced Machine, little fatigue during the day. Great hands-free depth adjustment. Extremely easy to load, advance and clear. You can change from restrictive to sequential fire easily on the trigger.

My Hitachi can now be retired, I will not go back, this is my framing nailer of choice. As another reviewer seems to have found out, this is not an appearance nailer, for something like siding you may want to try the Porter-Cable RN175A Coil. I have had no problems sinking 16D's in even engineered lumber. For everyday use the 350A is highly recommended.

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Rough Framing is not for everyone or every nailer. We had three of these porter cable nailer because of the price on a framing crew. As time went on we had one nailer on the job because two were always in the shop. The guns do not have the duribility needed to stand up to driving a few thousand nails a day. We oil the guns every day and keep the compressor at 110 but still had problems. The guns jam at least twice a day and there is no easy way to fix them while hanging off the side of a house. I've used Dewalt, Hitachi, Bostich, and a few other and never had to wonder if they would fire each time I pulled the trigger. It is also tricky to change out a clip of nails once they are loaded.

The tool free adjustable muzzle and depth are nice features. I wish that the nailers were put together better. We chose to go to Hitachi and get a nailer worth the money.

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I bought this based on a lot of positive reviews that I read while researching framing nailers on several different websites. I must say, I am VERY pleased.

First of all, this tool has copious amounts of power. I was able to sink 3.5" 8d nails with no problem, even while adding a work bench and shelving in my new/old garage which features some really tough dimensional lumber. Further, and in spite of what I had read, I thought that the recoil was minimal.

Some of the reviews I read gave this tool mediocre to above average reviews w.r.t. balance and weight. I'm not sure what inspired these comments. The only issue that I had with balance was when the air hose got caught on something and pulled on the nailer but let's face it, this is an issue with any air tool. In fact, after using it for residential framing for two days straight, I did not notice any fatigue in my forearm or wrist. When I first opened the case, I looked at the size of the thing and assumed that it would be heavy. Quite the contrary. I've had the opportunity to try a few other framing nailers (Senco, Hitachi) and I thought that this felt lighter. Just my opinion.

I live in Chicago, Illinois and have had absolutely no problems finding nails (Lowes and the Borg have multiple selections for this tool). A box of 2500 2-3/8" nails cost me $25.00. Strangely, this is perhaps one item that is cheaper to buy locally when you factor in shipping charges.

I had read somewhere that the exhaust was not tool free. I bought the nailer conceding this fact however I found that it is not true.

I've read a couple of gripes based on the fact that the nailer does not have a holder for the mar-free nose piece. To this I say "big deal." When you are doing framing work, do you really care if you leave toenail spike marks in the lumber when you are face-nailing??

I was suprised to note that, when the magazine is down to 2-3 nails, the gun no longer fires. I don't really see this as an issue though.

One other reviewer noted that it is difficult to remove nails from the chamber if for instance, you wish to change nail lengths/sizes. I own several different nailers including Bostich, Campbell Hausfeld and PC. To date, I haven't found any that are particularly easy w.r.t. removing nails that have already been loaded. On the other hand, loading nails in this gun is simple. You shove a set in the rear of the gun, pull the tensioner back beyond them and let it go. Voila!

To summarize, I am not a professional framer/carpenter. I do not use a tool like this for a living although as a woodworker and homeowner, I probably use my framing nailer more often than most. I think that it is a great product for the money. Can you buy a better nailer? Without even looking, I'm sure you can but at what cost? Finally, the quality of higher-end tools is quite subjective, much like a good pair of home stereo loudspeakers. I think that this particular product is a fantastic combination of quality and value.

Skeptical? Buy one from Home Depot and try it out. If you don't like it, all you have to lose is 35-45 minutes in line trying to return it! ;o)

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We own all 4 brands and many different guages of each Mfg type. We have just upgraded to this model from the FR350. The first thing you need to do is invest in GOOD SAFETY GLASSES! And watch your fingers!!

No problem finding round head nails in our area. Ctrl Oregon. The feature that we like the best is going from full autonail to (semi).

I have an apprentice working with it and this is a good safe feature for him. If you have a need for this size and type of nail gun this is the one you want!

Very easy on the wrist in any prolonged position. I hate reloading some guns but the rear load feature helps get the job done faster!

We recomend the case on this gun to keep it protected when not in use. One note about the case, remember to retract the nail spring load to its fully closed position or the gun will not fit in the case..Nice safety feature.

I have to give the FR350A a 5 out of 5 stars. It has never jammed once in over 250,000 shots of 3.5 in nails! Great design and highly recomended for the home owner and contractor in general

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Amico Long Nozzle Red Plastic Body Clean Up Tool Air Blow Gun

• Product Name : Air Blow Gun;Color : Black, Red, Silver Tone
• Material : Metal, Plastic;Thread Hole Diameter : 11mm/ 0.43"
• Nozzle Size : 24 x 0.4cm/ 9.4" x 0.16" (L*ID);Total Size : 37 x 13 x 2cm/ 14.6" x 5.1" x 0.8" (L*W*T)
• Net Weight : 61g
• : 1 x Air Blow Gun

This blowgun is kind of lightweight, and at the lowest price I could find that makes sense. It would be good for occasional use but not full time. Shipping took a while but it traveled a lot of miles.

I'll give it 4 stars for the very low price and fact that it does work.

Ingersoll-Rand P244-610 1/2'' Female NPT Regulator NEW

• 1 Piece

I have a large 7.5 HP Emax 2-stage compressor and a smaller 3 HP 2-stage compressor. I have been using the ARO series of regulators and filters with the larger unit for some years, and needed a new filter regulator for the smaller unit. Having had good experiences with the Ingersoll Rand ARO regulators and filters at the stations on my larger compressor, I was ready to buy another Ingersoll Rand for the smaller compressor.

Since my smaller compressor is used little in the garage on my home, and is a 60 gallon vertical unit, I decided a single station at the tank outlet was sufficient. I also decided a large coalescing filter wasn't needed, like the large expensive one I have on my 7.5 HP Emax, but filtered air is always a must. The P244-610 was just made to order for my use on this 3 HP compressor almost!

The ratings for airflow and PSI requirements, easy pressure adjustments, and filtering were also just what I needed and wanted. The easy read color coded gauge, and the nice metal filter with its sight glass, were all icing on the cake. The 175 PSI rating was also a plus over other filter regulators. But, the modular design is even better.

The color coded gauge is also adjustable, under the gauge cover, for quick pressure viewing. I keep the colors adjusted on mine for easy reading with no more than a quick glance to note 60 or 90 PSI as the numbers and divisions on the gauge are small.

Note: The part number you will receive is P39344-610. The gauge is mounted into the modular housing by two screws, and is not the older 1/4" NPT screw-in gauge model. This is the IR ARO 2000 modular series of gauges.

The P244-610 comes set up with its air input to the left of the gauge and the output on the right. That works out fine if you have your tank outlet fitting on the right of your tank, but mine are on the left of my air reciever setup which would have the gauge facing the rear of my compressor. Thanks to the modular design, that's no problem. I simple unscrewed the face of the gauge, removed two Phillips head screws, and removed the gauge. I also removed the cover plate on the opposite side. Keeping the two rubber air seals in place, I then reversed the position of the plate and gauge, and re-assembled the regulator. The regulator housing is also made so the filter can be replaced 180 degrees opposite of the factory configuration. This gave me the inlet on the side I needed, kept my gauge facing forward, and put the bowl sight tube toward the front. All you lose from the frontal view are the painted ARO emblem, and the "lock" and "un-lock filter emblems, on the housing. The filter regulator performs just as well in either configuration and mine looks great! It wouldn't have been so great with the gauge and sight glass facing the rear of my compressor, but Ingersoll Rand has covered that problem with the well thought out modular design.

The bowl bleed works easily with a light touch from the front and seals instantly when released, and the metal bowl is easily removed and replaced with the pressure cut off to the P244-610 and relieved from the bowl. The bowl locks in place while pressurized.

My entire change to the unit, and installing it to my compressor with thread tape, took only a few minutes and I didn't have a single leak!

Since I use a 3/8 industrial quick connect to a single rubber hose on this compressor, it now looks much neater using the compact design of the P244-610. A gate valve cuts the pressure off to the filter regulator, and the whole assembly is close to the side of the tank and easily accessible. This also makes for a sturdy mounting of the sturdy P244-610 unit. I was previously using a very bulky DevilBiss filter regulator that stuck out much further from the side of my tank. The Ingersoll Rand P244-610 makes the DevilBiss look like a very bulky and weak antique by comparison. It's also much easier and faster to service than the DevilBiss. I expect this new P244-610 will last a long time just like my other Ingersoll Rand ARO regulators and filters.

Rated for a maximum 175 PSI connection with a maximum setting of 140 PSI air regulation, this is a very flexible unit that can be used in numerous air pressure line configurations. The compact size is roughly 3-inches x 11-inches.

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Only had it for a week so far it has worked without any issues. It did Have a little hiss at the bowl but I just re-greased the seal and it stopped. I would recommend if you need one with range if offers.

Alton AT01204-6 Portable 6-Gallon Hotdog Tank Oil-Lube Air Compressor

• Alton 6-Gallon hotdog oil-lube air compressor
• 3HP Induction motor single phase
• Oil lubricated , direct drive , single stage pump head,
• Rubber wheels and foot rests for convenient transportation
• 6-Gallon horizontal air tank

This was my first compressor purchase. Did a lot of research on line before going shopping and was pretty much settled on one about this size. When our local Menards store had them on close out for $79. I snatched one up. I also purchased (believe it or not) 3 various Surebonder nail/staple guns on close out for only $45. total. The compressor has worked flawlessly through 2 larger upholstery projects (using more than a box of 1250 staples for each) so I am very satisfied.

Update: Almost a year later and it's still working perfectly. I take good care of my tools and have changed the oil at approximately the recommended intervals. The compressor is in my dry dehumidified basement with a hose running to my garage. Water never comes out of the drain when I open it. I expect it to work for a very long time.

It's 12/23/2011 and it's still working great.

It's 3/22/2013 and it's still working great.

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I had owned this compressor for less than one year and in that time used it for less than 2 hours. It stopped working and I discovered that the electrical connections to the pressure switch had all vibrated loose and the resulting heat melted the switch...I would'nt touch one of thes again with a ten-foot-pole.

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bought this compressor from Menards 3 years ago. I have put this thing through hell running air tools, this compressor is not made for this but it keeps going.

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I got one usage out of this thing before it's shoddy construction rendered in unusable. After tightening the tank drain valve, it simply refused to open again. After trying several tools, I had basically destroyed the bolt. That wouldn't have been a problem if it wasn't for the fact that when I turned the compressor on the valve simply let all the air out anyway. Of course I had to turn the compressor on it's side to get at the bolt. When I did this, all of the oil spilled out of the motor rendering it unusable until I can go get more oil. Not good when I need to put air in my Tires.

Stay away from this compressor. I will never be purchasing Alton products again.

Stanley Bostitch CPack1850BN 2-Inch Brad Nailer and Compressor Combo Kit

• Bostitch 2-Inch brad nailer and compressor combo kit is perfect for all of your around-the-house projects
• The oil-free air compressor offers 2.8-cfm at 90-psi with 150 max, large 6-Gallon reserve tank, impact-resistant shroud to protect gauges, and weighs only 38-Pound
• The brad nailer features adjustable depth guide, tool-free adjustable exhaust and no mar tip, and drives 18-gauge brads 5/8-to-2-Inch in length
• Accessories Include 1/4-Inch by 40-Feet PVC air hose with fittings, 1000 2-Inch brads, tool lubricant, and carrying case
• Backed by 7-year limited warranty

I needed a brad nailer and compressor in order to properly finish some home remodeling. I was putting in a lot of new baseboards and other finishing trim and a hammer and nail just doesn't cut it anymore if you want a professional look. I bought this combo pack as a refurbished item from an ebay reseller and it works like a charm. The 6 gallon tank means it has plenty of capacity...I get like 40 brads in before it cycles on, and with 2.8cfm at 90 psi, the compressor only cycles on for a few seconds every couple of minutes with the brad nailer. The nailer works great too. Now i'm shopping for a bostich framing nailer to rebuild my fence with.

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I did used multiple 2.0 HP compressor prior to this for multiple projects including wood flooring and crown molding. This is first time I am using a 6.0 HP compressor and also pancake type.

Pros

1. Good for heavy duty projects projects.

2. Included brad nailer support multiple size of nails.

3. Feels and looks really sturdy.

4. Multiple people complaint on the sound level. But what I see is that a 6.0 HP motor will make that sound, if you have a low sound, go with 2.0 HP ones.

5. The hose connector is very easy and the hose come with the nailer kit is good.

6. Within 1 min after fresh start the compressor is ready to serve.

Cons

1. Size is big and eventhough this is expected, still you need to make sure you have enough space to keep it.

2. Weigh's around 40 pounds, so be sure you have enough muscle to carry around.

3. Start switch is really bad design. A switch which is pull and push. I am not sure why that design, instead of regular switch.

Overall the refurb unit came with great condition. As mentioned by many customers, CPO did not had any packing in the box, but the box is really big and strong to keep it ok during shipment. Brad Nailer and hose is brand new.

I recommend this product to home improvement passionate.

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LOVE this compressor! I have had Porter Cable compressor that leaked air like crazy and was very loud. I had a Makita Big Bore compressor that stopped running after 2 weeks. Decided to go with the Bostitch as I used to have this compressor and had to sell it due to some financial problems. Recovers very fast and I can run my Hitachi full head framing nailer with no problems at all, actually, i could run 2 if I had another and someone to run with me. Holds 6 gallons and actually isn't very loud. No compressor is 100% quiet, but isn't obnoxious like the Porter Cable. I bought it new because I only buy Amazon Prime shipped products and didnt really want to go the reconditioned route, I use my compressor too much for a reconditioned unit.

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I just bought this Bostitch unit (on sale at Lowes) to replace my Porter Cable unit which just failed after about two years of light home-owner use. (Air started leaking out of the cylinder head.) The Bostitch is the superior compressor. It is slightly more powerful in terms of CFM yet significantly quieter. The drain valve is a real valve that is clearly visible and requires only a quarter turn to open. The Porter Cable valve is more like a screw that requires multiple turns and is located under the unit where it is not visible and you have to feel around for it a bit of pain.

The brad nailer works great it's nice to be able to drive the longer (2") brads when you need to.

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I had this compressor about a year now and there's no complaint about it. The nailer works ok but at some time i will upgrade to another Bostitch brad nailer.