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Makita AN942 Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer
 
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Makita AN942 Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer

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4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)


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Makita AN943 3-1/2-inch Framing Nailer (31 Degree Clipped Head) Makita AN943 3-1/2-inch Framing Nailer (31 Degree Clipped Head)
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Product Specifications
Part Number :AN942
Item Dimensions
Weight:8.4 Pounds

Technical Details

  • Framing nailer that fires standard 2 to 3-1/2-inch clipped head stick nails
  • Easy accessible nail depth adjustment lets you set the nails to 9 different depths
  • Lightweight (8.4 lbs.) and perfectly balanced for easy operation; rugged aluminum magazine; built-in ceramic air filter system
  • Includes nose adaptor, oil supply, safety glasses, and operating manual
  • Tool is 17-1/2 inches long; 1-year warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Check out this lightweight (only 8.4 pounds) yet sturdy framing nailer. The Makita AN942 fires 2 to 3-1/2-inch standard clipped head stick nails, and the easy-load rugged aluminum magazine is as simple as inserting the nails and pulling back on the pusher rod. A built-in ceramic air filter system prevents debris from entering the tool, extending tool life and reducing downtime, and the nine quick-dial depth adjustment settings give you precise control of the nail depth. This model is designed with a contoured handle that has a conforming rubber grip for operator comfort and a three-mode selector switch for either "bump" or "sequential" operation and an "off" setting for safe transporting. The nailer comes with a nose adaptor, oil supply, safety glasses, and operating manual.

Product Description

Makitas AN942 pneumatic framing nailer is a lightweight (only 8.4 lbs.) yet sturdy framing nailer, firing 2in. to 3 1/2in., 31deg paper collated clipped- head nails. The easy-load, rugged aluminum magazine is as simple as inserting the nails and pulling back on the pusher rod. A built-in ceramic air filter system prevents debris from entering the tool, extending tool life and reducing down time. The 9 quick-dial depth adjustment settings give you precise control of nail depth. Nose piece with sure-grip spikes prevents slipping. Operating PSI: 65 - 120, Fastners Used: Framing Nails, Fastner Sizes (in.): 2 - 3 1/2, Adjustable Depth Contol: Yes, Coil or Strip: Strip, Inlet Size (in.): 1/4, Min. Hose Size (in.): 3/8, Case Included: No, Tool Length (in.): 8.4, Tool Weight (lbs.): 17 3/4

Product Details

  • Item Weight: 8.4 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 10.6 pounds
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00004YOK3
  • California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
  • Item model number: AN942
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #150,641 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)


 

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Makita Clipped Framer AN942, July 23, 2006
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This review is from: Makita AN942 Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)
Depth of drive is awesome. No tools, just click the dial which is conveniently located and it increments or decrements in 1 millimeter intervals.

This framer feels light for its size, yet is very powerful. It shoots standard nails, and I also used the 30 degree paslode FRH (full round head) nails and ring shanks without issue.

Rubber grip is comfortable and the tool has rubber bumpers to protect the housing.

Not sure about the air sheet to reduce the noise when decoupling the air hose, it still seems pretty loud to me so I don't know why they bothered with that.

I don't use LVL's (I prefer steel) so I can't report on super heavy duty wood framing, but for general purpose stuff like walls, floor joists, built-up beams I had no problems toenailing and sinking the heads, even with ringshanks.

No complaints except the high price and it could have come with a rafter hook. I would definitely buy it again. By the way, it needs a 3/8" NPT air fitting or you'll need a step down to use it with standard 1/4" air fittings.

If you're comparing to the AN922 full round head Makita framer, a BIG difference is the 922 will shoot .162 gauge nails and the 942 is limited to .131 (which is typical).

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome lightweight framing nailer., September 7, 2006
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This review is from: Makita AN942 Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)
A few minutes in the tools crib and I found an adapter from Husky about a $1.50 located near the air compressors and 2,000 count box of GripRite GRSP12DZ for $19.97 - now off to build some walls.

The gun performed flawless through the first case of nails. No misfires and a LOT less kick back that my buddy's Senco. This gun is truly a one-hand use tool, biggy in my book. The turn style impact gauge is a sweet deal, after having "real green" pine lumber for the wall studs.

Some other nailers that use that same nails as this framing nail gun are as follows:
Dewalt D51823
Hitachi NR83AA & NR90AA
Paslod Power Master Plus, Impulse 53005 & SK 312
Senco All Frame Pro 600 & 700 - SN325+ & SN70

33 degree paper tap nailers are the key words to locate on the box. The manufacture listed Plastic or Paper for the nail collation material. My comment would be that paper doesn't bounce all around after a nail is fired.

I am very, very happy with this purchase. I highly recommend this gun based from its performance and build quality.

~Update~
I have tried a few flavors of framing nails manufacturers and it appears that 30 - 34 degree nails will all work in this gun. I prefer the paper taped nails, nothing bounces around after firing a nail. Lowes and HomeDepot both stock a good assortment of nails compatible with this model and the price is sometimes awesome, especially when on clearance.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very happy with purchase, November 4, 2006
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This review is from: Makita AN942 Clipped Head 2-Inch to 3-1/2-Inch Framing Nailer (Tools & Home Improvement)
I purchased the AN942 to build myself a shed. I was very happy with the quality of the nailing gun and it's function. After landing approximately 2500 nails into the shed, there were maybe 5 nail jams -- mostly due to the type of nails I was using.

There are two things that I like the most about this nailer:
- it's weight: It is fairly light compared to other models out on the market
- the option of trigger nailing or bump nailing with the flick of a switch! Very nice. After getting used to the gun, bump nailing made the project move along even faster.

My only con that I can think of are:
- there is no case that comes with this gun?! Your provided w/glasses and oil. Substitute the glasses for a decent case please.
- I really wish there was a rafter hook on this gun. could make life easier sometimes.

Also, the thread is 3/8" NPT -- so be prepared to have a reducer should you decide to run a 1/4"NPT line.
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