Are staple gun staples universal?

FGS heavy duty saw point staples have a universal fit with T50 staple guns. Can be used for jobs such as roofing, insulation, weather stripping, carpeting, canvas, housewrap, wire mesh, etc.
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Do staples fit all staple guns?

Furthermore, staples are not "one-size-fits-most," contrary to most categories of collated nails. Staples are instead measured not only by leg length and wire gauge, but also by crown width. Pro Tip: If you're having trouble deciding on a staple gun, see “Choosing A Staple Gun For Your Project.”
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Are all staple gun staples the same size?

Staple Cartridge

Staple cartridges may contain the same size staples, but they are a completely different style.
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What size are staple gun staples?

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. There are, however, other factors to consider beside staple capacity.
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What kind of staples go in a staple gun?

Ammunition can include different types of staples, brad nails or pin nails. When referring to the types of staples, you will typically see the word “crown”. This is the top of the staple and can include the following; narrow crown, medium crown, wide crown, power crown, and round crown.
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Staple Guns and Staples



Are T50 and 140 staples the same?

Introducing the fantastic 140 Series Staples! Known also as T50 staples, these are a great addition to any upholsterer's kit.
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How wide are standard staples?

The most popular staple for office staplers is the 26/6. A standard 6mm staple. Most manufacturers produce a 26/6 staple and as long as your stapler says it uses 26/6 staples, you can usually use any brand version.
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What size are T50 staples?

The T50 Genuine Arrow Staples are made in the United States from quality steel material, ensuring your stapling is precise, strong and long-lasting – first time, every time. Available in 6mm (¼"), 8mm (5/16"), 10mm (3/8"), 12mm (½"), 13mm (17/32") and 14mm (9/16") sizes with a flat crown width of 10mm.
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How do I order staples for a staple gun?

Three tips for the right leg length
  1. The default rule is that the staple should be three times longer than the thickness of the material.
  2. When fastening hard wood, the staple should be twice as long as the thickness of the wood.
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What size staples are needed 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.
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What size are 20 gauge staples?

20 Gauge 1/2"(13.2mm) Crown 3/4" to 7/8" Length Fine Wire Staples.
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Are there different size staples?

Common sizes for the home and office include: 26/6, 24/6, 24/8, 13/6, 13/8 and No. 10 for mini staplers. Common sizes for heavy duty staplers include: 23/8, 23/12, 23/15, 23/20, 23/24, 13/10, and 13/14.
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What size are Type 5 staples?

Length: 6mm. Width: 9.5mm.
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What is the difference between half strip and full strip stapler?

A full strip stapler takes a complete strip of 105 staples. A half strip stapler takes only half of a strip. It is smaller, that's all.
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What size staples does a craftsman staple gun?

Craftsman Professional® EasyFire™ Forward Action™ Stapler fires staples and brad nails with rapid-fire capability. With one hand operation, efficiently drives staples flush with more control. Use heavy duty narrow crown staple sizes 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 1/2 and 9/16 in.
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What size is 18 gauge staples?

Available Sizes

These 18 gauge staples are available in a range of crown sizes including 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8", with lengths ranging from 1/4" all the way to 1 1/2".
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What staples to use?

Standard rule. An excellent rule for choosing the right staple length for your application is to take the thickness of the material your fastening and multiply it by three. So if the material you are fastening is 6mm thick, you should go with a staple length of 18mm.
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What does T50 stand for in staples?

A T50 staple is defined by its flat top (the “crown”) which is 10mm wide (3/8″). The staples then come in a wide variety of lengths including: 6mm (1/4″) 8mm (5/16″) 10mm (3/8″)
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What is the difference between JT21 and T50 staples?

JT21 staples are the T50's little brother. Although often referred to as light-duty, there's really nothing “light” about them. Built with the same quality and precision as the T50, these staples utilize a thinner wire in a smaller staple format to deliver great holding power.
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How do you choose staples size?

The default rule is that the staple should be three times longer than the thickness of the material. When fastening hard wood, the staple should be twice as long as the thickness of the wood.
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What are T shaped staples used for?

T50 staples are the world's best-selling heavy-duty staple platform. Made to deliver exceptional holding power, these staples are used for all heavy-duty stapling applications – from installing insulation, housewraps, and roofing underlayments to upholstering fine furniture and window treatments.
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Why do my staples keep bending?

Dispensing Too Many Staples at Once

Because there's more power behind them, when an electric or pneumatic stapler tries to fire too many staples at once, it can cause parts of the tool to bend, damaging the entire model.
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What are U shaped staples used for?

To put it simply, a U nail is a fastener that has two-pronged shanks. This nail gets its “U-shaped” name because the U-shaped head design is intentional. In addition, these nails are often used for fencing. Many professionals in the agricultural industry use them to secure mesh fences to wooden posts and frames.
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What staples are compatible with Arrow T50?

Arrow T50 Staples 5/16" 8mm staples are ideal for use in a variety of projects at home or on the job site. These staples are ideal for use with Arrow T50 or T50X, but can be used with any T50 compatible gun, including Stanley and Rapid. Made in the USA. Pack size 1250 staples.
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