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Types of Coil Nail for Sale

Coil Nails vs. Strip Nails: Choosing the Right Fastener for Your Project

Capacity & Efficiency

Coil nails, collated in compact coils (200–400 nails per load), enable rapid, continuous nailing with pneumatic guns—ideal for roofing, siding, and high-volume tasks. Strip nails, arranged in straight magazines, require frequent reloading but suit precision-heavy projects

Application Versatility

Coil nails excel in large-scale construction (framing, fencing) due to speed and corrosion-resistant materials (galvanized/stainless steel). Strip nails, often used with framing nailers, handle heavy-duty jobs like decking, offering longer lengths for thicker materials.

Precision & Flexibility

Strip nails provide superior control for detailed woodworking or tight spaces, with manual depth adjustment. Coil nails prioritize speed over precision, perfect for uniform, high-output tasks. Choose based on project scale and detail needs.

Coil Nails Point Types & Nail Cap

Coil Nails Point
Point Type	Shape Description	Primary Advantage	Common Applications
Round Point	Centered, conical point	Excellent direct penetration, general-purpose	Framing, general construction
Diamond Point	Sharp, four-sided pyramid	Reduces wood splitting, clean entry	Flooring, trim, finishing work
Chisel Point	Flat, wedge-shaped tip	Penetrates hard, brittle materials	Concrete, masonry, steel
Diamond Point Offset	Angled, off-center pyramid	Facilitates clinching, reduces exit splitting	Pallet making, crate assembly

coil nails point types

coil nails cap

Coil Nails Shank

Smooth Shank

coil nail smooth shank

For framing and rough carpentry, smooth shank coil nails are the go-to option. These hard steel nails deliver reliable holding power that meets the demands of most construction tasks.

Screws Shank

coil nails screw shank

Intended for use in hardwoods, the screw shank coil nail prevents the wood from splitting during installation. Its threaded shank causes the nail to rotate as it's driven, effectively boring a pilot path. This rotation creates a compressed groove that ensures a secure, long-lasting hold and significantly reduces the risk of the nail loosening over time.

Ring Shank

coil nail ring shank

The superior holding power of ring shank nails is due to a mechanical lock created as the concentric rings deform and compress the surrounding wood fibers. This displacement of fibers into the ring crevices generates continuous friction along the entire shank, effectively resisting withdrawal. They are typically specified for softwoods, which readily conform to the rings without risk of splitting.

What Are Coil Nails Used For?

Coil nails are fasteners collated in a strip for use with pneumatic coil nailers, enabling rapid, high-volume nailing. They are essential in construction for framing, sheathing, and decking, as well as in pallet and crate assembly. Designed with a full round head and diamond point for strong holding power, their shanks can be smooth, ringed, or screw-shaped to provide varying levels of withdrawal resistance in different materials. This design maximizes efficiency and structural integrity in wood-based projects.

pneumatic nail guns compatible with coil nails

Which Pneumatic Nail Guns Are Compatible with Our Coil Nails?

Pneumatic Nail Gun Model Comparison Table (CN55 - CN100)
Comparison Aspect	CN55 Nail Gun	CN70 Nail Gun	CN80 Nail Gun	CN90 Nail Gun	CN100 Nail Gun
Compatible Nail Specification	Type: Coil Nail	Type: Coil Nail	Type: Coil Nail	Type: Coil Nail	Type: Coil Nail
	Wire Gauge: Finest	Wire Gauge: Fine	Wire Gauge: Medium	Wire Gauge: Thick	Wire Gauge: Thickest
	Length: Shorter (e.g., 25-50mm)	Length: Medium (e.g., 45-70mm)	Length: Medium to Long (e.g., 50-83mm)	Length: Long (e.g., 50-90mm)	Length: Longest (e.g., 64-100mm+)
Typical Applications	Fine woodworking, furniture assembly, decorative trim, shelf pinning, picture frames	Wooden crate packaging, light framing, subflooring, decorative projects	Pallet making, wood framing, fencing, roof battens, container flooring	Heavy-duty crates, construction framing, shelving unit assembly, pallet repair	Extreme-duty crates, construction, beam connections, applications requiring highest tensile strength
Power Requirements	Low	Medium	Medium-High	High	Very High
Power Requirements	Small capacity compressor sufficient (e.g., 2-3HP, 25-50L)	Requires stable air pressure (e.g., 3-4HP, 50L+)	Requires higher CFM and stable pressure (recommended 4HP+, ~100L)	Requires a high-CFM compressor and higher air pressure	Requires large industrial compressor with ample air supply
Weight & Size	Lightest & Most Compact	Lightweight	Medium / Heavy	Heavy	Heaviest
Weight & Size	Easy for one-handed operation, ideal for detailed work	Slightly larger than CN55 but still portable	Significantly larger and heavier, requires some physical strength	Large body, noticeable recoil, often requires two hands for stability	Industrial-grade size and weight, strenuous to operate, typically requires two hands
Price Range	Low	Low to Medium	Medium	Medium to High	High
Key Characteristics	High precision, small nail marks, less likely to split wood, highly maneuverable.	Good versatility, balances strength and flexibility, a common industrial-grade entry choice.	The best balance of power and versatility, handles most heavy-duty woodworking tasks, very widely used.	High-power, designed for high-strength connections, strong penetration and holding power.	Top-tier power, for the most demanding applications, offers the highest nail tensile and shear strength.