Customer Reviews

Factory-Reconditioned Bostitch U/CPACK1 2-in-1 Brad Nailer/Narrow Crown Stapler Tool and Compressor

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

This compressor was received quickly and came packed very well with all the accessories that were named in the ad. However, it would not hold air. We contacted Amazon and then Bostitch, after deciding what part was leaking. Bostitch sent the new part to be installed. The new part was received in about a week and we installed it with no problem. It was disappointing to purchase and not be able to use it for another week. However, Bostich was great to work with.

Let's get the cons out of the way first.

This was the absolutely worst packaging for shipping job I have ever seen and I order almost everything I buy online.
I'm amazed the compressor arrived unscathed, probably only because it is heavy.
The only protection/cushioning they used was 4 vertical square tubes of cardboard at the corners of the box. This allows the compressor to tip and wobble inside the box.


Pros.
Good quality.
The compressor is not too noisy, and it kept up with the nailer/stapler very well.

All the accessories listed came with it.
Countersinks brads.
Nice carrying handle.
1 year warranty.

I like the adjustable exhaust,that is when I remember to turn it away from my face.

Repaired and reinforced my reclining chair quickly with the staples.
Rebuilt my shed (old plywood off new 1/2plywood on) in no time.



Edit/update: I used this compressor with a coiled roofing nailer to redo my 13 square roof. The compressor supplied plenty of air to keep up with my nailing, but it was just my son and I doing the shingles. That's over 4,000 nails.
I don't think it could keep up with 2 nailers at once though.

I see someone asked about using a HVLP sprayer with this compressor,I used it for spraying stains and clear coats on my DIY tower and subwoofer speakers, it did fine, but these are not very large surfaces. You, of course couldn't paint a car with this compressor.
It is rated at "3.4 CFM at 40 PSI and 2.1 CFM at 90 PSI"

Delivered was timely and the packing was better than expected. Everything looked new, could not tell it was reconditioned. Have only used the nailer a few times and it worked okay, left brads and staples just ever so slightly above work piece, so no 5 stars. I have used the compressor multiple times and it works great. Not as noisey as some reviewed, but all oil-less are loud anyway. I used it in the house during a remodeling job and my wife did not complain and she is sensitive to noise.

I am going to try to see if this pancake compressor can drive a PH-1 HVLP spray gun for trim work. Overall I am happy with the value and function of this equipment. I would not have paid the price for a new combo pack, and would have continued shopping if I had not found this bargain.

Update 9/30/09 - in answer to a question, I have not used this to drive my spray gun yet. I did purchase a Porter Cable framing nailer and the compressor worked great. I could nail a load of nails before the compressor came on.

compressor is way too loud,but it is more professional tool so thats probably why. so far no problems other than little burn smell when it runs. staplernail gun is used, and scretched. but works. I think it is good buy for the money,when you compare to the new tools.

Hi all,

I purchased this combo for the purposes that most homeowners will be using it for: inflating tires and pool toys, running a couple different nailers, blasting dust, maybe a small spray gun, etc. For these purposes and occasional use, it does really well. For regular use or high output tools, I'd suggest an oiled unit with larger capacity.

Anyway, lets start with the good:
The value cannot be beat. It came with everything mentioned and was delivered to my door for under $150. The nail gun seems to be of good quality, although it leaves the brad just barely above the surface of the wood. I like the included case. I think there's a depth adjustment, but I haven't played with it too much. It offers good power for general needs. The compressor is easy to move and doesn't cycle through too often when using the nailer or air gun. It is not deafening, but not exceptionally quiet. The accesory kit comes with everything you need to get started with the exception of the damaged hose.

The bad:
The freight company was incompetent, and I had to return several phone calls because they couldn't find my house. Expect delivery to take 14 days. The packaging was poor, and I think the couple blemishes were a product of this rather than the unit being refurbished. The air hose arrived cracked in half. I didn't return it because I was planning on buying a better hose anyway, but it sounds like they'd make you ship everything back if this happens, which is not acceptable. Just plan on spending an extra $25 on a good hose and save yourself the hassle of a cheap coil hose. I wish the regulator was not plastic because I feel that this will wear out quickly. The compressor is slightly larger than the porter cable equivalent. These were all minor gripes of mine.

For the money, as long as the unit doesn't burn out on me somewhere down the road, I am very satisfied.

This is a very good value, had they told me this was new, I wouldn't have known any better. I've bought "Factory Recoditioned" tools before and have always been pleased. That said, this is a very good unit, easy to opperate and the design makes it easy to transport. The quality is what I exspected from Bostitch and I would strongly consider buying their products in the future

commpressor works fine. Air hose has a large crack in it and needs to be replaced,

I have fixed some leaking, received replacement quickly. Generally satisfied for the product and money was worthed for it. You have to be handy to try this though.

Delivered fast and works great for small projects I got it for. Case of Brad Nailer was damaged in shipment but tools undamaged inside. Read another comment saying they could tighten up their packaging for mailing and agree. Otherwise, very happy.

Pros:
Great price
Light weight
Looks brand new
Works great

Cons:
Had to replace drain cock
Safety bumper came off gun after only a few uses

This is a great tool for a great price. I really could not tell that it was reconditioned. The only problem I had was the the drain cock on the bottom of the compressor did not work. So while looking at the new ones in the store, I noticed they had a ball valve instead of a twist-style valve. I ordered a Replacement ball value and now it works great. As it turns out, the old drain cock was not drilled through, so there was no way air was ever going to escape.

I have used this gun for putting up crown molding and small projects in the workshop. I have also used the air compressor to air up the tires on my vehicles, although the supplied attachment does not work the best.

Another thing I like about this compressor is the weight. It is easy for me tote around. I borrowed a friend's compressor before I bought this one and I had to use 2 hands to lug it around. This one I just grab and go.