Manufacturer | BOSTITCH |
---|---|
Part Number | RN46-1 |
Item Weight | 5.8 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 13.38 x 14.38 x 5.12 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Item model number | RN46-1 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | UNIT |
Style | Nailer |
Material | Plastic, steel |
Power Source | Air Powered |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric |
Included Components | Framing Nailers, Power Framing Nailers, Pneumatics |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 1 Year |
To see product details, add this item to your cart.
FREE Returns
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns. How to return the item? - Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Ships from: Amazon.com Sold by: Amazon.com
To see product details, add this item to your cart.
FREE Returns
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns. How to return the item? - Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Ships from: Amazon Sold by: Amazon Warehouse
Other Sellers on Amazon
84% positive over last 12 months
86% positive over last 12 months
90% positive over last 12 months
BOSTITCH Coil Roofing Nailer, 1-3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch (RN46)
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Purchase options and add-ons
- The sliding nail gun has lightweight aluminum housing for job site durability
- Zero nail lockout feature of the siding nailer eliminates dry firing and indicates when to reload the magazine
- Nosepiece of the coil siding nailer features carbide inserts for long-life performance
- Aggressive wear guards and skid pads protect the tool from damage on abrasive surfaces
- Quick-set adjustable depth guide sets nails to desire depths quickly and conveniently
- Patented single-action side load canister for fast, one-step nail loading
- Adjustable shingle guide for quick shingle spacing
- Over molded grip for comfortable use. Full round driver for more consistent drive quality
Customer ratings by feature
Frequently bought together
Similar items that may deliver to you quickly
- AeroPro CN45N Professional Roofing Nailer, 15 Degree Roofing Nail Gun, 3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch Coil Nails, 120-pcs Load Capacity, Ideal for Asphalt Roofing Shingles & Insulation BoardsFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25
- BOSTITCH VSA4 Vinyl Siding Adaptor KitFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25Only 13 left in stock - order soon.
- Makita AN454 1-3/4" Coil Roofing NailerFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25
- Freeman PSTHSWV 1" Aluminum Pneumatic Tool Hook with 1/4" Industrial Swivel FittingAmazon's Choicein Air Tool FittingsFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25
- DOTOOL Roofing Nailer CN45C 15 Degree 3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch Roofing Nail Gun Pneumatic Coil Nailer 120 pcs Load CapacityFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25
- BHTOP CN45N Roofing Nailer, 15 Degree Roofing Nail Gun, 3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch Coil Nails, 120-pcs Load Capacity Coil Nailer in BlueFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Monday, Mar 25
From the manufacturer
BOSTITCH RN46-1 Coil Roofing Nailer
Product Description
Lightweight and durable, the Bostitch RN46-1 Coil Roofing Nailer is an ideal tool for roofing, exterior drywall, insulation board, and fiber cement applications. With a patented side-loading canister, zero nail lock-out, easy depth of drive adjustments, and aggressive performance, the RN46-1 is a must-have tool for professional construction workers, builders, roofers, and anyone looking for long-lasting performance from a coil nailer.
Powerful and Accurate Nail Delivery
Amazingly powerful, the RN46-1 is capable of delivering 410 in./lbs. of force at 100 psi. The RN46-1 offers contact trip firing, with the ability to drive up to 100 nails per minute. Contact trip uses a bouncing motion along the workpiece and is great for working on large areas, such as roofs. For shingle work, the RN46-1 features an integrated, tool-less gauge used to control shingle spacing.
Get the Right Depth for the Job
The RN46-1 allows for fast, tool-free depth-of-drive adjustments with its integrated depth dial. The dial has five different settings for finding the perfect driving depth for the job, including flush mount driving, shallow driving, and countersinking.
Coil Roofing Nailer At a Glance:
- Tool-free depth-of-drive adjustments
- Zero nail lockout eliminates dry firing
- Patented single-action side load canister for fast loading
- Aluminum construction for maneuverability and durability
About Bostitch
- Bostitch manufactures top-quality, innovative fastening tools and fasteners for industrial, construction, and home-improvement applications. Products include pneumatic staplers and nailers; compressors; manual staplers and tackers; coil-fed screw systems; rivet tools; glue guns; a broad assortment of collated nails, screws, staples and specialty fasteners in a variety of materials and finishes; as well as carton-closing staplers--many of them industry firsts.
What's in the box:
(1) RN46-1 Coil Roofing Nailer.
High-Capacity, Quick-Load Magazine Reduces Downtime
To help eliminate downtime, the RN46-1 has a high-capacity magazine that holds up to 120 coil nails. It accepts nails with a shank diameter of 0.120 and a length of 3/4 inch to 1-3/4 inch.
A zero nail lock-out feature eliminates dry firing when the magazine is empty, and it also indicates when it is time to reload. What's more, a patented single-action side-load canister allows for quick and easy nail loading. You simply slide the magazine door open, load the new coil of nails, and close the magazine door--it's that easy.
Designed for Comfort and Durability
The RN46-1 Coil Roofing Nailer is constructed of tough aircraft grade aluminum for durability on the jobsite. What's more, the aluminum is lightweight, so this nailer is easy on your arms.
The nosepiece features a carbide insert for durability and long tool life, while wear guards and skid pads provide protection from damage caused by working on abrasive surfaces.
The over-molded grip provides maximum comfort and gripping ability in any weather condition. That means this roofing nailer can be used for a variety of different applications--inside and out--including exterior drywall, vapor barrier installation, vinyl siding, fiber cement siding, composition roofing, and more.
The Bostitch RN46-1 Coil Roofing Nailer measures 10-1/2 x 4-5/8 x 10-5/8 inches (LxWxH) and weighs 5.8 pounds. It is backed by a seven-year limited warranty.
Product guides and documents
Videos
Videos for this product
1:09
Click to play video
HONEST review of BOSTITCH Coil Roofing Nailer
the Harts
Videos for this product
0:20
Click to play video
Customer Review: Its great, just practice with it
Miguel
Looking for specific info?
Product Description
Product Description
This Coil Roofing Nailer has a durable aluminum housing and a one-door loading system for fast reloading. The roofing nailer has a dry-fire lock out to prevent dry firing and to alert the user to reload the magazine. Depend on this roofing nail gun for durability and comfort.
From the Manufacturer
No nailer does everything, but the Bostitch RN46-1 3/4-Inch to 1-3/4-Inch Coil Roofing Nailer comes close. Stop at any construction site and watchas the roofers fly through their job with ease. Chances are, they are using the no. 1 roofing nailer in the business--the RN46-1. This little tank is built to last even under extreme job conditions. Bostitch makes sure by dragging it 75-miles across asphalt shingles in its testing labs. Constructed of tough but light magnesium, the RN46-1 weighs only 4.8-pounds and delivers 410-inch-pounds of torque, and it comes with unique features like a single-action side-load canister that is quick and easy to load; a dry-fire lockout so it won't fire when it runs out of nails; carbide inserts wherever it might contact a work surface; skid-resistant pads; a tool-less shingle guide; and an adjustable-depth dial and an over-molded rubber grip.
Product information
Technical Details
Additional Information
ASIN | B0000AMK5F |
---|---|
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #32,661 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #7 in Power Framing Nailers |
Date First Available | January 19, 2006 |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the quality, ease of use, performance, and value of the tools. For example, they mention it's built tough, dependable, and works well. That said, some complain about the nail quality. They say, for example, that it seems to double-nail or shoot multiple nails at once. Opinions are mixed on this.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the tool. They say it works well, runs flawlessly, and is an excellent tool. Customers also appreciate the safety mechanism and the easy-to-load design. Overall, customers say it's a proven tool that saves them time and frustration.
"...But, the safety mechanism worked perfectly, and once it jammed, it wouldn't fire again until I got it cleared out...." Read more
"...It does have a nice feature where you can hold the trigger down and push the nailer down and it will fire...." Read more
"Worked great on my new roof." Read more
"it takes a little practice to load it. Otherwise it works fine." Read more
Customers like the quality of the nail gun. They mention it's built tough, dependable, and easy to load. Some say it'd be one of the best nail guns you can buy.
"...First off the nailer arrived on time and in perfect condition. It is a sturdy and well built model. I researched as much as i could..." Read more
"Used this on a few job already and works as expected. Quality seem fairly good." Read more
"...This tells me that the Bostitch nail gun is well designed and is very efficient with how much air is needed to properly function...." Read more
"...3. No case? Good grief. I know this thing is made of tough parts, but all air tools need a case not only for protection but so you can keep all of..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tool. They say it's well worth the money and works wonderful. Some customers also say it is hefty and easy to use.
"...model but rather a workhorse that is easy to repair and available at a decent price. I purchased it to roof a workshop I built...." Read more
"...Okay on to the product itself. This thing is hefty and very easy to use...." Read more
"...I chose the RN46-1, the price was good and I was familiar with how it works...." Read more
"...Fast shipping and better price than the box stores. Once I get more practice planning on re-roofing my house." Read more
Customers find the tool easy to use. They say the loading mechanism is simple and quick, making installation a breeze. They also mention that the whole compressor can be easily picked up with one hand, and that it's comfortable to use with one step nail loading. Customers also mention there's no need to adjust air pressure to control nail depth.
"...It did jam a couple of times but it was pretty easy to clear. Overall I would definitely recommend the nailer to my fellow DIY...." Read more
"...Okay on to the product itself. This thing is hefty and very easy to use...." Read more
"...I am talking a small tank. The whole compressor can be easily picked up with one hand. I am 55 and have some significant spine damage...." Read more
"...Reliable and easy to use once you go thru your learning curve on it...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the tool to be fairly light, and well-balanced. They also say it's about the right weight for its design, and that the grip is good. Overall, customers are satisfied with the weight and handling of the product.
"...then small air compressor from Lowes however my compressor was easy to carry around on the roof though which was nice (didnt have a long hose)...." Read more
"...Anyone who complains about it is an admitted amateur. The nailer is light but not cheap feeling...." Read more
"Easy to use, light weight and does the job it was made for, very satisfied" Read more
"Real good nailer, not heavy “for me its not”. Easy to use if you have used nail guns before...." Read more
Customers find the depth adjustment on the tool to be simple, easy, and quick. They also appreciate the reveal adjustment, which clicks into place at 1/8". Customers also mention that the tool works well, has several depth settings, and is light weight.
"...There is plenty of power and an easily adjustable depth function. The exhaust is not directional so be careful when working near other people...." Read more
"...seemed to work best with about 90-100 psi and the depth adjustment on the tool worked well. It took some practice to get the right depth...." Read more
"...1 jam in entire roof was easily cleared.Simple depth adjustment only had to be done once...." Read more
"...heavy use, occasionally shoots a double nail but rarely, and the nails are set well in cedar shingles without splitting or going through them...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the jamming of the tool. Some mention that it Almost never jams, takes job site abuse, and keeps on working perfectly. However, others say that it did jam a little and a lot of times it was just how you used it.
"...I love it.The gun did jam one time, and when it did, it was a real doosey to get it un-jammed...." Read more
"...Never jammed up one time." Read more
"...It did jam a couple of times but it was pretty easy to clear. Overall I would definitely recommend the nailer to my fellow DIY...." Read more
"...I was very pleased. Not one jam in 5 squares of shingles...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the nail quality of the tool. For example, they mention it double nails, it sometimes drives nails at an angle, and it makes a wheezing sound when several nails won't feed. It also jams or shoots multiple nails at once. Some say that it only allows you to shoot nails with the bump turned on.
"...The exhaust is not directional so be careful when working near other people. Wear eye protection...." Read more
"...It is a bit finicky to the angle you are hitting at, but when you figure it out, it is pretty consistent and not sensitive to the pressure drops." Read more
"...It will 'double' fire two nails at the same time about half the time. 2. It leaves a nasty rough sharp dent on the head of the nail...." Read more
"...I'll be honest I love the makita more. These can be picky on what nails they like. First roof I used the bostitch on it jammed probably 20 times...." Read more
Reviews with images
-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
The gun did jam one time, and when it did, it was a real doosey to get it un-jammed. But, I'm pretty sure I know *why* it jammed. My guys aren't real careful with the nail spools before putting them in the gun, sometimes storing them in their pockets, and I'm willing to bet the little copper wires holding the nails together were a bit bent, causing two of the nails to be too close to one another, and at the wrong angle to one another. The gun managed to get two nails at once into the firing chute, and really blasted them into one another. I had to knock the breach (the magazine -- also how you load this gun) with a hammer to get it open. But, the safety mechanism worked perfectly, and once it jammed, it wouldn't fire again until I got it cleared out. Once I managed to get the breach open, I just pried out the old nails with a screwdriver, pushed the piston back up, and there was no sign of any damage on the hardened steel mechanism. It worked flawlessly after that.
I'm not super thrilled with the "black" trigger design (as opposed to the "gray" trigger). It DOES work the way a roofing nailer is supposed to work (depress the trigger first, then fire on bump), but sometimes I try to use the gun in a more precise way (like when I'm installing drip-edge), and position the nail accurately by depressing the safety first, THEN pulling the trigger. Good luck with that! Very often I end up double, or even triple firing. The trigger is just not made to be multipurpose. It's made for bump fire, not single fire. It'd be nice if it did both -- but that would probably be a way more complex (and expensive) design!
I would buy this gun again if I needed another roofing nailer. In fact, I did! Now I've got two of them, and they both work great.
First off the nailer arrived on time and in perfect condition. It is a sturdy and well built model. I researched as much as i could
on various nailers and this unit seems to be a well known model with roofers and contractors. It not considered a top of the line model but rather a workhorse that is easy to repair and available at a decent price. I purchased it to roof a workshop I built.
The nailer is easy to load and pretty straightforward in its operation. There have been some comments as to this models propensity to fire 2 nails at a time. (which concerned me a bit) I found that this did happen quite a bit at first. But it was due to my technique rather than to the nailer itself. If you hold the trigger down when placing the the nailer on the shingle and bounce even a little it will double fire. But as firmed up my technique the double fire pretty much went away. It did jam a couple of times but it was pretty easy to clear. Overall I would definitely recommend the nailer to my fellow DIY.
Other than that it was pretty much smooth sailing with this model.
I will say that with this nailer you can really get shingles down fast which was the point since we were on a time crunch since winter rain season was coming.
Okay on to the product itself. This thing is hefty and very easy to use. The first few times it is a little unnerving but you get use to it quick (the kickback and how to line it up). If you are going really fast you definitely need something better then small air compressor from Lowes however my compressor was easy to carry around on the roof though which was nice (didnt have a long hose). It worked out well though for one man operation since laying the shingles gives the air compressor time to catch up.
It did jam a little and a lot of times it was just how you used it... if you ran the pressure down it tends to jam however a screw driver and a hammer takes care of that. Normally I would go through a few coils before it would jam.
It does have a nice feature where you can hold the trigger down and push the nailer down and it will fire. Not the safest thing however it is a bit faster then the pulling the trigger each time.
Oh... the tip does seem prone to rusting so I will clean it and oil or grease it while it is waiting for my next roof.
Top reviews from other countries
La cloueuse est plus facilement utilisable en mode "Automatique" on garde la gachette enfoncé et on ne fait que "cogner" le bout de la cloueuse sur le bardeau à l'endroit désiré et le clou sera enfoncé.
Si on enfonce le bout d'abord et par la suite on appuie sur la gachette il peut y avoir des double-coups ce qui cause des problèmes.
La cloueuse n'est pas la plus grosse et donc pas trop lourde a tenir non plus! Parfait autant pour un débutant qu'un contracteur!
I purchased this gun after reading many, many forum reviews. It really came down to Hitachi, or this Bostitch for me. Funnily though, I never read any of the amazon feedback until I was about to purchase it, by which time it only confirmed what I already knew about the gun. The gun is well balanced in the hand, and comfortable to hold. It is also very light weight and does not feel cumbersome at all in use, not that I have used it a whole lot yet. For me at least it bounce trips and cycles perfectly, sinking 1 1/4" galv nails into 2 by lumber effortlessly and without excessive recoil. The side loading mechanism is amazingly easy to use and once you figure out how to load it, will be pretty quick to load coils of nails on the job. I will point out though that your nail coils need to be properly stacked coils, not squares, triangles or any other shape and should be neatly wrapped without tangles. If your nails are squished out of shape you will not be able to load them properly, if at all, in the magazine and they will likely not feed properly causing jams. This is true of most guns however and should not be viewed as a negative, it's just a heads up for anyone new to coil guns.
The cons:
The gun is not shipped with any 1/4" male air coupling. Something Bostitch has in common with Paslode and others, so don't expect to use this as soon as you open the box. You will need to fit your own air coupling before you can use it. I would recommend a 360 degree swivel type. The gun is capable of both sequential and contact tripping, however, only the contact trip trigger is supplied. This is possibly not a big deal if that's how you plan on using it anyway, however, I can envisage times when I may want the sequential firing for precision. If you were to use this gun for siding, for example, you will definitely want the gun in sequential mode. Another niggle about the gun is that it is not supplied with a small starter bottle of oil. I know it's not a big deal, most folks buying this gun, myself included, already have multiple guns and oil already and are aware of the need to lubricate a pneumatic gun properly during use and storage, however, for someone buying this as their first gun, they should be aware that along with an air coupling, they will also need to buy some oil before getting started with it. Lastly, the gun does not ship in a protective case, which for professional use is not really an issue as it will likely never be stored in it, however the weekend warrior may want a molded case for storage between uses.
None of my niggles, and that's really all they are, is a deal breaker or reason not to choose this gun. In terms of ease of use, build quality and value for money, I really think you can't go wrong with this gun. The gun is a sturdy professional tool and will stand the test of time on any jobsite. It will also be equally at home for the weekend warrior. If not for the lack of oil and air coupling, I would have given this gun 5 stars.