Choosing the right Wide Crown Staples

Written By Christina G

Most commonly used for:

  • Framing

  • Construction

  • Lathing

  • Roofing Felt paper

  • Cabinetry

  • Wood to Wood Crafts or Construction Projects

 

The main differences between the three types of 16-gauge, wide crown staples used in air tools:

P Series (Senco Style)

  • Designed for heavy-duty applications  

  • Typically used in Senco Brand Wide Crown Staplers

  • Leg Lengths: Typically range from 5/8” to 1-1/2” 

  • Compatible Tools: Fits the largest selection of tools in the market. 

  • Works in all 16 gauge, 1” Crown P Series Wide Crown Staplers

GSW Series (Paslode Style)

  • Designed for heavy-duty applications  

  • Used in Paslode Brand Wide Crown Staplers.

  • Leg Lengths: Typically range from 5/8” to 1-1/2”   

  • Works in all 16 gauge, 15/16” Crown GSW Series Wide Crown Staplers

 BCS Series (Bostitch Style)

  • Designed for heavy-duty applications  

  • Used in Bostitch Brand Wide Crown Staplers.

  • Works in all 16 gauge, 1” Crown BCS Series Wide Crown Staplers

  • Leg Lengths: Typically range from 5/8” to 1-1/2” 

  •  Works in all 16 gauge, 1” Crown BCS Series Wide Crown Staplers

 

Always check the manufacturer’s specifications for proper fitment or reference our handy Tool Finder App

Christina G
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