1-3/4" Coil Roofing Nailer

Specifications

The Porter-Cable RN175A is a heavy-duty, coil-fed pneumatic roofing nailer designed for demanding roofing applications. It operates efficiently on clean, dry, compressed air, requiring regulated pressures between 70 and 120 PSI (4.8 to 8.3 BAR). This tool drives 15-degree wire collated roofing nails ranging from 7/8 inch to 1-3/4 inches in length, with a 0.120-inch diameter. The nailer features a magazine capacity of 120 nails, allowing for sustained work. It has an approximate weight of 7.8 pounds, with dimensions of 11.75 inches in length and 10.5 inches in height.

Key Features

• Fastener Compatibility: Drives 15° wire collated roofing nails from 7/8 inch to 1-3/4 inches in length, accommodating various roofing material thicknesses.
• Consistent Driving Power: An internal piston catch mechanism ensures consistent power delivery with every shot, optimizing nailing performance.
• Reliable Nail Feed: Equipped with two feed pawls, the nailer provides consistent and reliable nail delivery, minimizing interruptions during operation.
• Tool-Free Depth Adjustment: Users can quickly and precisely adjust the depth-of-drive without tools, featuring detents for accurate nail setting in diverse materials.
• Selectable Actuation: A selectable trigger offers both sequential and contact actuation modes, allowing users to choose the preferred firing method for control or speed.
• Durable Construction: Features steel contact safety with dual carbide inserts for enhanced wear resistance and steel skid plates with dual rubber inserts to protect surfaces and prevent sliding.
• User-Centric Design: Includes a tool-free adjustable exhaust to redirect air away from the user for improved comfort, and an adjustable shingle guide for precise shingle placement.
• Efficient Jam Clearance: A door opening quick-release mechanism facilitates efficient and rapid clearance of nail jams, reducing downtime.

Applications

The Porter-Cable RN175A 1-3/4" Coil Roofing Nailer is engineered for professional roofing applications. It is suitable for installing a variety of roofing materials, including asphalt and fiberglass shingles, where 15° wire collated coil roofing nails are specified. This pneumatic roofing nailer is a reliable tool for general roofing projects, offering the performance required for extensive use on residential and commercial sites.

Benefits

• Enhanced Productivity: The high magazine capacity reduces the frequency of reloading, allowing users to fasten a full bundle of shingles without interruption. The quick-release jam clearance further minimizes downtime, contributing to increased job site efficiency.
• Operational Consistency: Features like the internal piston catch mechanism and dual feed pawls work together to provide consistent nail driving power and reliable feeding, ensuring smooth operation.
• Precision and Control: Tool-free depth adjustment and an adjustable shingle guide enable precise nail setting and accurate shingle placement, resulting in a professional finish.
• Durability and Longevity: Built with a robust magnesium alloy body, steel contact safety with carbide inserts, and steel skid plates with rubber inserts, the tool is designed for enhanced durability and long-term performance in demanding environments.
• User Comfort: The compact and balanced body design, along with a tool-free adjustable exhaust, helps to reduce user fatigue and improve the overall work experience by directing exhaust air away from the operator.