Makita XNB01Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2" Brad Nailer
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About Makita XNB01Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2" Brad Nailer
Overall Feedback:
68% positive
68% appreciated the adjustable depth control, though 32% found it limited
I suggest improving the power-brad-nailers by adding a second light on the other side of the nose, making the depth control stiffer, including a graduated battery indicator, and improving the balance.
Holding the camera horizontally for a lot of shots can be a bit of a pain in the wrist, but vertically the balance is okay.
67% liked the long-lasting battery life, but 33% found it too short
The battery life is very good and the gun delivers consistent nail depths even when it's running low.
On a small 2 ah battery, the nailer runs fine.
The gun has consistently let me down in the last few weeks.
70% praised the durable and low-maintenance design, though 30% experienced issues with wear and tear
I have used the brad nailer over a thousand times and it still works as well as the day I bought it, proving its durability.
I like the product a lot but expected it to fire more consistently for the price point.
68% appreciated the easy loading and unloading
I find the product easy to use and powerful enough to drive the full range of brads it is designed for.
The product is sturdy, easy to use and does not require any separate gas cartridge.
It is my bench-top or remote job nailer.
I find the brad nailer easy to load and grab when I need it, which has led me to use it for quick repairs almost daily.
68% liked the quiet operation, though 32% found it excessively loud
I installed baseboards and the gun misfired nearly 30 times before a single nail shot out, indicating that the noise level of the tool is not up to the mark.
The tool was inconsistent in setting the brads, with the first five nails being set flush with the surface of the material, but then setting them in a very inconsistent manner, sometimes leaving the brads proud by as much as 3/16 of an inch.
I have noticed that the gun fires but does not shoot the nail, causing damage to the wood. This suggests that the gun is operating improperly and has a high noise level.
71% found it to be a high-performance nailer
The tool meets all my needs and expectations, having used it on various DIY projects.
68% found it to be lightweight and portable, but 32% found it too heavy
It is easy to carry and use. I can pick it up and walk over to where I am working.
I find the nailer to be somewhat heavy, requiring some pressure to work effectively on the work piece.
