Senco PC0947/FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit

by Senco

Product Description

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To save you both time and money, the Senco PC0947 Finishing Combo Kit contains everything you need for finish and trim jobs. The FinishPro 18-Gauge Brad Nailer is a versatile nailer for all your finish needs, and the Senco PC1010 is a 1.0 HP peak, one gallon, oil-less portable air compressor that's easy to carry and use in a wide variety of applications.

The PC0947 Finishing Combo Kit At a Glance: Kit contains everything you need for finishing jobs FinishPro 18 Nailer drives 18-gauge brad nails from 5/8" to 2" PC1010--a lightweight, oil-less compressor with one-gallon capacity tank All necessary air fittings included Both tools back by one-year warranty

The PC0947 has all the features you need for your finish jobs. View larger.

Thanks to the rugged, compact compressor, you'll get professional quality on the go. View larger.

Fast, Powerful Nailer
With an operating pressure of 70 to 95 psi, the FinishPro 18 drives 18-gauge brad nails from 5/8 inch to 2 inches. It's ideal for a range of installation jobs, including interior trim, cabinets, chair rail, crown molding, baseboards, bookshelves, and exterior trim.

Designed to be user-friendly, this nailer features an adjustable depth-of-drive and exhaust, as well as a belt hook that lets you take the tool everywhere you go. The soft grip provides comfort and control, a no-mar pad protects the work surface, and a rear bumper protects work finish.

Rugged and Compact Compressor
Powered by a 1.0 HP (peak), 0.5 HP (running) oil-less motor, the PC1010 compressor has a one-gallon capacity tank. It provides 4.0 amps at 115 volts and 120 psi max output. The 1/4-inch quick disconnect coupler and regulator provides consistent, reliable operation, while individual gauges for tank and regulated output allow you to easily keep track of pressure. And because the PC1010 is electric, you won't have to worry about the expense and mess of oil.

Designed to be rugged enough for professional use, the PC1010 is lightweight at 20 pounds, and it features a cushioned handle for easy carrying and a compact, easy-store design. And to save you time, it pumps up in just over two minutes and recovers in only 35 seconds.

Both tools are backed by one-year warranty.

About Senco: Innovation Backed by Experience
For over 50 years, Senco has been setting quality and performance standards for the fastener industry. In fact, Senco was the true inventor of the pneumatic fastening industry way back in 1950, and they've been the leading innovator in fastener technologies ever since. As a company, Senco has achieved an unheard of ten thousand hours of fastener engineering expertise.

In just one year, their plant in Cincinnati alone uses enough wire to make 18 trips to the moon and back. Even more impressive is the fact that since 1996, Senco has sold over 500 trillion fasteners to trusted companies like Fleetwood, Champion, Merillat, Ashley Furniture, and other major manufacturers.

What's in the Box
FinishPro 18-gauge brad nailer; PC1010 one-gallon electric oil-less compressor; 1/4-inch x 25-foot coil hose; tool oil; all necessary air fittings; safety glasses; manuals; and variety pack of 18-gauge brad nails.

From the Manufacturer

With its light weight, only 2.9 lbs, the powerful FinishPro 18 is tough enough to do the job but light enough for all-day work. The FinishPro 18 brad nailer drives nails up to 2" into hard wood applications.

FinishPro 18 FEATURES

• Extra power — Drives fasteners up to 2" in hard wood applications
• Belt hook — For convenience
• Adjustable depth-of-drive
• Rear exhaust — Keeps oil and dust away from work surface
• Easy-open latch — For quick and comfortable loading
• Hardened steel driver — For extended life
• Full soft grip — For comfort and control
• Low load indicator — Visible fastener indication
• No-mar pad — To protect work materials
• One-year warranty
• Includes fitting, oil, hex wrench and fastener rebate

Projects
Baseboard,cabinets, casebacks, chair rail, finish and trim, furniture frames, furniture trim, mirror and picture frames, trim

FinishPro 18 SPECIFICATIONS

• Power (in/lbs): 168
• Height: 9.1" (231 mm)
• Length: 10" (254 mm)
• Weight: 2.9 lb (1.32 kg)
• Lip Length: 3/4"
• Fastener Capacity: 110
• Reg. Operating Pressure:
• 70—120 psig (4.8—8.3 bar)
• Mode of Operation: Restrictive Trigger

Fastener Types

• Gauge: 18
• Fastener Range: 5/8"—2"
• Finish: Galvanized

What's in the Box
This kit comes complete with the FinishPro 18 brad nailer, a Senco 1/2 hp (1 hp peak), 1-gallon compressor, 1/4-by-25-foot coil hose, safety glasses, fittings, tool oil, variety pack of 1,200 brad nails, tool wrenches and manuals.

Product Details

Product Manual [731kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 15 x 12.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 28.6 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: B00008PWW9
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: PC0947/FP18KIT
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #27,734 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #10 in Home Improvement > Air Tools > Nailers > Brad Nailers
  • #79 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Combo Kits

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

86 of 90 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect tool for woodworking use., May 9, 2003

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This review is from: Senco PC0947/FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

Need a brad nailer for your workshop? Look no further, this little tool is great. The compressor is small, lightwieght and (relatively)quiet. The nailer is also light but neverthless feels substantial and well built. And the gun uses so little air the compressor hardly ever needs to run. I use it for woodworking and projects around the home. Enough power for hard woods, and it does not mar the finish. I considered spending more for a DeWalt or Porter-Cable set up, but for my needs I'm glad I bought this package. It's easy to carry the entire set in one hand (very convenient). I'll never need to go beyond the 2 1/2 inch max. capacity. So ask yourself what you really need. If your not doing framing, work alone, and want a quality finished product, buy this set. The only drawbacks are (i) the instruction manual with little actual instruction and (ii) the 3 week delivery time. Hopefully supplies will increase over time.

57 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My new favorite tool!, September 17, 2003

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Travis Wright (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Senco PC0947/FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

My wife purchased this combo package for me for my birthday this year (well, more like I bought it and thanked her for it). I have to say, I am impressed.

THE BRAD NAILER:
The gun is lightweight and small enough to get into tight spots, yet it appears to be very well built. The protective no-mar pad does not scratch prefinished moulding, and the side load magazine is convenient and easy to use. I shot about 200 2" brads while installing new 1/2" baseboards and 3/4" birch door trim in my bedroom. Every brad was countersunk to perfect depth, and I did not get a single jam. I ended up with very professional results and finished in 1/2 the time it would have taken me with the old hammer and finish nails.

THE COMPRESSOR:
The PC1010 will change the industry. For homeowners, hobby woodworkers, and customer service professionals in the cabinetry industry this is the perfect compressor. There is no need to lug around a 4 or 6 gallon compressor for a little brad nailer. You can easily carry the nailer, hose, and bread box sized compressor in one hand. From startup, this quiet, lightweight little workhorse takes about 2 minutes to pump up to 110 psi. I consistently got 10 shots before kick in, then another 40 seconds or so to recover. I nailed right through the recovery time, and never had to wait for the compressor to before driving any brads.

SHORTFALLS:
It is very difficult for me to find anything that I don't like about this one. However, rumor has it that Senco guns work best with Senco brads, and the local home improvement stores sell mostly PC and Bostich... so I will need to find another source. I would not recommend the PC1010 for anyone who wants to drive anything larger than 18ga brads, or run multiple air tools from a single compressor. Also - the compressor is so new that Senco has very limited literature on it, but I would be willing to bet they will get this taken care of soon.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Some of the best customer service I have had the pleasure to work with. If you purchased from an authorized dealer, and you have any problems with your equipment, I recommend calling Senco directly.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars compressor try's hard but comes up a bit short, February 2, 2004

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Jonathan Hale "professional cabinet and furni... (NY , United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Senco PC0947/FP18KIT 18-Gauge Brad Nailer Compressor Combo Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I agree with the other reviewers who have given praise to this product. I felt the same way till mine broke after less than a months use.
Of course it was the compressor which broke, the part with the 90 day warranty. I did not catch that when I bought this.
Senco is a good company, but I think this little compressor is not quite up to the quality of their other products.
In my case it was the 1/4" copper tubing which brings the air to the tank that failed. It split where the tubing had been bent.
I have fixed it with some liquid steel, since I'm on a job with it, I'm hoping the repair lasts till I have time to replace to tubing.
I have used this to build two large bookcase and cabinet projects so far, and in doing so I have learned the compressors limitations. It does not do well
shooting two inch nails into MDF. It does not have the power to fully sink the nail into the material. I bought this combo for the light weight
of the compressor, so I guess there must be some compromises. This won't take the place of more powerful compressors,
but it is great for carrying to and from a job. I just hope I do not have problems with it in the future. I'm not sure I would
recommend this product, the 90 day warranty on the compressor is a big negative. especially since it seems to have some problems.