Bosch BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer

by Bosch

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With its compact, durable design, the Bosch BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer drives nails quickly and reliably without weighing you down. It features Bosch's exclusive "Full-Force Technology," which means the tool is specially engineered to direct 100% of its working energy to the fastener, eliminating wasted power and space.

The BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer offers: "Full-Force Technology" for consistently flush results. A wide 60-120 psi operating range for small and large projects. Tool-less adjustments for quick, easy control.

A slim body and narrow nose give you total control in tight spaces. View larger.

With "Full-Force Technology," air powerfully drives the piston down the tool's cylinder. View larger.

Bosch Full-Force Technology
This nailer is part of a new line of Bosch tools, which utilize Full-Force Technology to consistently drive nails flush, even in industrial lumber. This revolutionary engineering works without return chambers that add bulk and weight and create wasted energy on the strike.

When the trigger is pulled on the BNS200-18, air drives the piston down the cylinder. As the piston strikes, air is exhausted out the front of the tool for 100-percent air power and no wasted energy.

Big Power in a Small Package
The BNS200-18 is 20% smaller than its competitors, but provides 10% more power, giving you high-performance results when driving 5/8- to 2-inch 18-gauge nails. The BNS200-18 offers an operating range of 60–120 psi, so you can quickly complete small woodworking projects or add detail and trim to larger projects.

The slim body and narrow nose give you an excellent line of sight and maximum control, even in tight spaces. And no-mar tip storage protects your tips.

This nailer is perfect for crafting and installing cabinetry, nailing in blind spots or around corners, hanging wall paneling, or repairing window and door casings. Also, it eliminates the need for pre-drilling, which can cause wood to split.

Measuring 2.25 x 9.75 x 9.0 inches (WxHxL) and weighing just 2.1 pounds, this handy tool won't weigh you down, even during heavy-duty, all-day jobs.

Tool-Less Operation for Ease of Use
The BNS200-18 offers the ease of straightforward, tool-less operation. Make adjustments to the air exhaust, fine-tune the depth of drive, clear out jams with the quick-clear function, and switch between bump and sequential firing with the selectable trigger--all without the need for a wrench or additional tools.

Prevents Tool Damage
To help ensure long-term, reliable use, the BNS200-18 features a dry fire lock-out, which prevents damage to the workpiece and the tool's internal components by eliminating blank firing. Additionally, this brad nailer comes equipped with an inline self-cleaning air filter that keeps debris away from the valve and O-ring, preventing wear, tear, and compromised performance.

The BNS200-18 comes with a one-year unconditional warranty.

What's in the Box
Nailer, one pair of safety glasses, one no-mar tip, and carrying case.

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Product Description

Features: Full Force Technology - Engineered to direct 100% of the energy to the fastener by eliminating wasted power and space. Learn more here. Slim Body - Better line of sight. Better control. Tool-less Quick Clear - Easily remove jammed nails Tool-less Adjustable Depth of Drive - Adjust depth of drive on tool Narrow Nose - Excellent line of sight Dry Fire Lock-Out - Avoids damage to work materials and internal components by preventing blank firing No-mar Tip Storage In-line Self-Cleaning Air Filter - Keeps debris from the valve and o-ring improving life of the tool Tool-less Selectable Trigger - Easily switch between bump and sequential fire 20% More Compact Precise Nail Placement Work Piece Protection Includes: (1) - Safety Glasses (1) - No Mar Tip (1) - Carrying Case

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 7.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0022NHVY6
• Item model number: BNS200-18
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,466 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I like it so far, July 24, 2009

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orangekay (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Bosch's first foray into the world of nail guns seems pretty successful to me. This gun is light, comfortable, affordable (no fancy "angled" nails required), quiet, and has oodles of power. Even starving it at 80 psi, it has no trouble sinking (and setting) 2" brads into any of the MDF or Poplar stock I've got laying around. The adjustable exhaust port is a nice touch, and it refuses to fire at all once the magazine goes empty. The case is also roomy, leaving ample space for nails and other accessories.

Unfortunately, I can't say it's perfect. The pin that holds the trigger in doesn't seem like it's held on very firmly by that tiny little washer, and I shudder to think what will happen in the event that it should go out. Mine also came with a pretty severe cosmetic flaw in the form of what appears to be a gash in one of the metal surfaces. This gash was painted over, so it's more than likely just a flaw in the casting which should not cause any problems in usage, but still, QA should have caught it. And lastly, they don't give you any kind of fitting to actually stick it on the end of your hose. A minor nitpick to be sure, but come on, how much do these things cost? Don't make me drive back to the store to buy another coupler.

Nevertheless, it gets the job done and gets it done well. Even with the minor cosmetic defect, the fit-and-finish is notably superior to that of the equivalent Hitachi gun which I had been considering before these came out. I think anyone who routinely builds picture frames, cabinetry or puts up moulding would be extremely satisfied with this gun's performance. You'll definitely want to wear goggles, though; the exhaust is unbelievably powerful, so if you forget to rotate the port away from your face, you're going to be crying.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worked Well for Trim, February 24, 2010

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KM - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bosch BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am doing a full reno of my first floor and put up doorway trim and base molding; this nailer worked flawlessly.

I was using an 18 ga bostitch nailer before, and it was not very consistent. The bosch nailer sunk 2" and 1 1/4" nails at exactly the same depth every time.

I haven't used the bump feature yet, but I'm not sure if I ever will.

I was skeptical at some of the mixed reviews, however, I am not a contractor. There is no doubt that I will be looking at Bosch's finish nailer in the near future.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful and light, January 18, 2010

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Paul Brinsden "Historian Carpenter" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch BNS200-18 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have had this nailer for a few weeks now and put it right to work on a project that was awaiting its arrival. First thing I had to do was dial the pressure back to about 80+ using a 1 1/2" nail. Then adjusted the nail set adjuster to get it just right. It cruised through the job (in oak and pine materials) perfectly. It has a well built feel and fit and finish is excellent. Its also very light but I do have it on a urethane hose which helps a lot versus a pvc or rubber one. Thumbs up so far!