2 gallon compressor and 18ga Brad nailer for $59 at lowe's

[MTPPC]

This is on sale right now at lowe's for 59 bux. It's normally 99. It's a total life saver for gluing nailers into a cabinet. You get a 3/4" square piece of pine, slop a little glue on two sides and bang, bang, bang, bang, bang... You've joined a corner. I know this is old hat to a lot of you guys, but I'm building a mini pinball cabinet and this tool is the cat's ass. I've never scratch-built anything like this before and I can't imagine doing it any other way.

I think it's a Father's Day sale.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_103500-43657-FP209599DI_0__?productId=1205535&Ntt=campbell+hausfeld+2+gallon+compressor+&pl=1&currentURL=&facetInfo=

[Nephasth]

I've got a 12 gallon air compressor, and it's not big enough. When I upgrade I'll be looking for a compressor with a 100 gallon tank...

[gamepimp]

For anyone looking for a good deal on just the nail gun, I picked one up at Harbor Freight today for 17.99. It does 18 gauge nails and staples. For nails, it can accommodate up to 2" long. As the OP mentioned, these are a lifesaver when building a cabinet. And compared to their old style gun (which I borrowed from my buddy when I originally built my cab), this new style is much lighter and more comfortable to use. Highly recommended!

[TopJimmyCooks]

I've got a decent compressor and four nailers - framing, 15gauge, 18 gauge, and a narrow crown stapler.  Amount of brads shot into my cab?  Zero**.  I would not buy a brad nailer for building arcade cabs.  They're just clamps to hold while the glue sets up in that application.  not adding any structural strength. 

** i did shoot a couple on the CP but I wish I hadn't now.  the filler sank and will have to be refilled and repainted now.

[yaksplat]

I've got a 12 gallon air compressor, and it's not big enough. When I upgrade I'll be looking for a compressor with a 100 gallon tank...

What are you doing that you need more than 12 gallons at high pressure?


I have a 5 gallon compressor at 145 psi and i've done just about everything with it; built houses, everything on cars...  The only thing it comes up short on is grinding.  But in that case an electric grinder does a better job anyways.

[Nephasth]

I was a professional mechanic for a number of years and have a small selection of air tools. A good example is using my cutoff wheel. I'll get about 45 to 60 seconds of cutting time before the pressure drops to a point that affects the tool's performance, then I spend a few minutes waiting for the tank to fill. Spend more time waiting on the compressor than working with the tool. Air tools I have: 3/8" ratchet, 3/8" impact, 1/2" impact, 3/4" impact, 1/2" drill, cutoff wheel, die grinder, air hammer, and reciprocating saw. They're all pretty much useless for a decent sized project with the 12 gallon compressor. If I only need to use one of those tools for a minute or two, what's the point of even turning on the compressor?

[yaksplat]

I was a professional mechanic

Gotcha, that's the occupation that needs it.