Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/4" Crown Stapler 2749-21
Вставка
- Опубліковано 25 кві 2020
- Purchase Link: shrsl.com/28ym9
----------------------------------------------
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler Review
We recently took a close look at the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler and used it on a bookcase project here in the shop. This 18-volt stapler accepts all 18 gauge ¼” narrow crown staplers between 3/8” and 1-1/2” regardless of brand. In my shop, I used my Bostitch 18GA 7/32” SX Narrow Crown Staples. These staples have a true measurement of 6mm which fits and works with Milwaukee staple magazine.
Runtime
On a CP2.0 Ah this nailer is rated for 1400 staples. That’s probably more staples than I install in a year.
Internal Nitrogen Air Spring Mechanism
We tested the stapler’s speed and recorded approximately 4-5 staples per second, which is pretty much the same result as our pneumatic stapler. We were impressed that this tool has zero-ramp up time and fires instantly when the trigger is pulled which is due to its internal mechanism is a nitrogen air spring mechanism. There is an inner cylinder, where the piston and driver blade (or striker) rides, and an outer cylinder. The area between the two cylinders is filled with Nitrogen to a specified PSI.
Milwaukee chose to use Nitrogen over the air for two reasons.
1. First, nitrogen is not impacted significantly by swings in temperature as the air. This means tank pressure varies far less due to temperature, resulting in more consistent stapling performance regardless of the working environment (hot or cold).
2. Second, nitrogen is less likely to result in condensation and subsequent corrosion of the inside of the tank.
Using the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler
What I liked about the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler was that I was able to get consistent crown staples set. It has the power to drive 1-1/2” staples sub-flush into hardwood applications. We tested it in plywood, maple, poplar Oak and Mahogany with no negative issues. Once the depth of drive was dialed in, we were able to achieve consistent staple depth of drive depending on length staples and wood density. The Milwaukee nailers tip is small and similar to my pneumatic Bostitch Smart Point noses. The Milwaukee nose movement is small, eliminating the need to push against the work surface to actuate fastening. I found that this improves visibility for nail placement and ease of use. The Milwaukee stapler has an angled battery to allow to sit securely on the battery. The reversible belt clip lets the tool hang straight down off my tool belt - which I like.
Milwaukee Crown Stapler Controls
The Milwaukee crown stapler has two buttons. On / Off and a mode button that controls sequential and bump-fire selections. One nice feature of this nailer is the auto-off feature. The nailer once turned on will stay on for 60-minutes. This eliminates you having to turn it on every time you set it down for a few minutes.
Improvements
To the Milwaukee Crown Stapler, The Milwaukee Cordless 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler has excellent corner access but it’s still significantly larger than a pneumatic nailer. Personally, I’d like to see the weight and size of this tool come down a bit. The second improvement to this nailer is the LED. It’s located on the right side of the tool and illuminates the right side only. The other side of the tool is completed cast in a shadow. Milwaukee could address this by installing dual LEDs up on the motor housing, below the depth of the drive area.
Cost
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler sells for $279.00 as a bare tool and $399 kitted. A kit includes a bag, battery, and charger.
• 2749-20 M18 FUEL™ 18GA ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler - Bare $279.00
• 2749-21CT M18 FUEL™ 18GA ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler - (1-battery Kit $399.00
Overall Thoughts
Impressed! The power, fire-rate, and ergonomics make this nailer feel like I’m using a pneumatic stapler. I’m always impressed when a battery-operated tool fires instantly once trigger is pulled, with no ramp-up time this tool will fire over 4 staples/sec for high fire rate. Guys that’s fast!! We were impressed with the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18 Gauge ¼” Narrow Crown Stapler. There is no sacrifice from a pneumatic performance and the end of the day, that’s what we all want! I’m pretty this tool will become a staple in our tool trailer!
-------------------------------------------
Article: www.toolboxbuzz.com/cordless-... - Навчання та стиль
Great rundown of the sealed compressed nitrogen operation! This completely eliminates the cost of gas cartridges and maintenance.
Where are the framing nailers?
Yea! You also need a micro pinner!! M12 or M18 I don't care!
Great review, I didn't know a crown stapler could be used for so many applications. You make me want to get one now!
I literally almost bought this stapler this morning. Decided to wait as I was not sure if I truly needed. Love this review
What tool is not truly needed?
I really appreciate these videos. You have the best tool reviews on the tube. Thank you.
Thanks Rob for the timely and informative review... As usual A+!! 👍
The light was an AWESOME feature when installing trim in a closet👍👍
Great no BS review as usual thanks Rob
Thanks for the review Rob I actually prefer a crown stapler to hang t&g pine prob going to be picking up one of these soon
In my cabinet shop a narrow crown stapler is the main go to gun for assembly and counter top construction. I've had 2 of these on pre order from a company along with 2 of there framing guns no idea if or when they are ever going to ship them out ,although I see many UA-camrs are getting the staple guns recently. I've not been a fan of the dewalt guns because they frequently dont set the staple in melamine and particle bd. so continue to mainly use the pneumatic ones while in the shop . Hurry up Milwaukee!
This video answered all my questions
Loyal sub for half a decade now. Quick thing to note. Cordless nailers are very young and we are barely on gen 2. You won’t see them come down inside for another 7-10 years. While lithium ion batteries have revolutionized the world. They are not the end all be all of cordless power. I am 27 and I follow the battery tech like a hawk year in and year out. I am excited for the future of cordless tools.
WOW - you and I go way back!! Thanks for the support!!!
Great video! Thank you for testing and explaining what it can be used for. Great video for DIYers who just needed that extra info and visuals to know what they need for their home improvements/weekend hobbies 👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you!
great review! thank you!
I've got this stapler and the nailer... both great tools! Red just needs to add the 23g pinner now. Although I must say... I have the Ryobi pinner and it works like a champ! Just not red ;)
Hey Rob... I've been a subscriber for a few years now. Love the content and valuable info. PS I also need a haircut and I always get a high n tight since my Navy days.
Thanks for the support
Well this was good timing. Just shot myself through the thumb with my dodgy old $25 air stapler, bounces around and just keeps firing at a hair trigger. Better than the two staples I put through my groin crawling around under a ski lodge with it last year. Think I'll take a closer look at the red beast. Great channel. Cheers from Australia! PP
ouch - you ok?
@@ConcordCarpenter Yeah mate, thanks. My own silly fault. Cheap crappy tools really aren't worth the pain! :-) Have used your site to choose a few tools lately. Appreciate the effort you go to. Hope the lockdown is working over your way. Things pretty good here, restrictions should start easing next week. Good luck with it all & thanks for the entertainment. Very welcome. Cheers PP
Very Cool battery operated Crown Stapler from Milwaukee tools !!!!!!!!!!!!
Great video Rob.
Thanks brother
Good review 😊
Great for working with leather or thicker vinyl upholstery as well as installing fiberglass insulation not just trim.
Great review, you covered all the concerns I might have had, on the way to the hardware store. When will I be able to grab the promised FRAMING NAILER??
gabriel back, seriously. They keep pushing the release back.
Better than coming out before it’s ready, they (Milwaukee) did that with their first pin nailer and it was a disaster. The next one was and is excellent, I’m waiting for the framing nailer too....
I bought the worx cordless stapler and it would shut off due to overheating on the 4th to 5th sheet of underlayment. I'll be buying this or the dewalt one. Probably this tho. I have batteries floor either or (yes, I'm that guy). And i want that cordless mafell kss40 cause it's perfect for plank flooring and cutting doors with the kit that it comes in
Nice Vid!
Awesome Review! Hopefully Milwaukee comes out with a new 15 ga with this Nitrogen Technology!
Peter Shmanka .. I hope so too I would buy one too and if I would do more internal finishing work i would also buy the 18ga Brad nailer. And I also just bought this stapler few weeks ago now I’m still waiting for the framing gun .. can’t wait for this toy
They already made one and it’s really excellent, I have the 18 gauge and the 15 gauge, never bring out the compressor anymore
My question is three four weeks down the road using this and it starts to get dirty and you gota take it apart and clean/ service the gun. How much work is to do that like the rest of the battery operated guns.
Tks brou Ism from Medford ma
Can you please do the 12 volt. Your review.of the 18 is so thorough I would like a comparison edit: I see you did already!
Hi Robert can ask Dewalt need more Bluetooth tool connect for flex volt and and XR tool too.
So if you were to buy one size nailer or stapler but it had to be good for trim, kitchen cabs and home projects….you’d go with 18gauge stapler?
I had to remove these staples that were driven trhu a window flange to hold the window in the house. What a pain. But because it was such a pain to get these staples out meant they had true holding power. As usual, now I have to buy another red tool. Stay safe out there, It IS a dangerous world.
I got the porter cable model amd it works flawlessly, I got this and both the 16g and 18g nailers 4 2amp batteries and 2 chargers for 220 dollars brand new
Parking lot special LOU???
You scored big time! I got 2 of the 18ga staple guns for $21 each on clearance. Sadly the gun kits that also included a battery and charger for $50 were already sold out
@@berryreading4809 You got good deal too you can't find them in the store's you can get on line but refurbished, the craftsman is exactly the same I think the batteries are the same
How does it compare to Dewalt's cordless stapler? I already have many Dewalt tools (and batteries) and I like having everything use the same type of battery.
Stay with Dewalt if your invested in that platform
Only 1400 staples a year? I install 10,000-20,000 staples daily. I do work in poorly lit areas and the light is a must have. What's the duty cycle?
Rob, Great review! Could you tell me the model of the Bostitch Pneumatic Staple gun that you have? Thanks.
i’ll look it up
www.aconcordcarpenter.com/bostitch-smart-point-brad-nailer.html
What a shoe for engineered hardwood
Does anyone know if this will be good for stapling low voltage wires. I’m a low voltage technician and stapling wires all day gets tiring on your hands using a regular t25 or t18 stapler.
Why won’t Milwaukee make a 23g pinner? Marital and Metabo are the only brands (I think) that make 18 & 23 cordless.
Thank you! Love the channel!
Any word on a M18 Fuel 23GA Nailer?
I have the Ryobi narrow crown stapler and I love it... although it isn't as fast as the Milwaukee in between shots... and at least from a visionary standpoint the Ryobi looks to be more bulky.... but no matter what the Ryobi is still a good performer.... it has two settings as far as driving depth of The staple... it has an adjustment for the tip itself and a air adjustment or regulator turn dial on the back....I am tempted to try this out though.... and actually my Ryobi is better in the sense that it has two LED lights right up by the tip on either side.... it also has a switch to adjust either single shot or bump fire
Alright Rob I’m curious. Just received my m18 crown stapler today. First thing I noticed was there is a huge difference between the trigger of the m18 crown stapler to compared to the m18 brad nailer. Did you notice anything like that? Curious as to if I received a lemon
I have not
Can it use 1/2 inch long staples?
Thanks for the review. If you’re open to a request for a head to head - consider portable miter saw stands.
Do the pros use crown staples for installing house wrap?
Don’t think so- we use a cordless stapler
Can you use round crown staples for wire mesh fencing?
No
Thats a bit pricey for a piece of gear that only does staples. Of course it is Milwaukee so it will last a couple lifetimes but its a bit too expensive for most people's needs in my opinion. Pro maybe but even then a pro may buy a Paslode and get two or three of those to ONE Milwaukee especially since is only staples. Great to have cordless when you're on a roof and a hose is a real pain. This is a great tool but a bit extravagant .
Still waiting for the framing guns....
😷🍻🥃
1st they make a crown t50 stapler that looks identical to the ryobi version , NOW they make a narrow crown thats very similar to the ryobi version again (except its brushless). we gotta get someone to strip both staplers and compare the insides,
Talk to AVE.
Rob, get a women to cut that hair. I’ve learned to rely on staples for our finish jobs. Glue and staples and skip the screws. Good review.
Looks like they're gonna use the same Gen2 platform for multiple tools.
How does it compare to the M12 version?
Right, why not have attachments! Same tool!
The m12 is a t50 stapler for fabric.
Hey what's the max depth it'll drive a staple jw
Not sure
I love milwaukee tools. But I don't like the way the staples are loaded into this gun. Metabo has a better system on their air staple gun. But it is air. Hopefully milwaukee will change their design.
love your videos but I cant stay home :-( I cant pay the bills if I stay home hehe and the gov isn't giving me anything to help me either grr
👍🤓👍🇬🇧
The kind of tool that's a ridiculous waste of money for the average person but for some it may be a good investment.
👍. 👷. 💯💯💯
Deus. 🙌💓. Jesus.
Umm if it does required a gas cartridge then it is using compressed air. Granted air is mostly nitrogen but it is just marketing lingo to say it is running on nitrogen. TTI developed this technology of a motor with a huge gear reduction powering a piston inside of a cylinder design years ago. I Think they tested it first in ryobi. This is just the latest with improvements in fire rate.
1-1/2" Dewalt 18 ga 1/4" narrow crown staples don't fit in this gun