Makita AF506 Review

The Makita AF506 Brad Nailer is an 18 gauge pneumatic tool which is designed for brad nails between 15mm and 50mm in length. It has a 100 nail magazine and operates between 70PSI and 120PSI. It's ideal for both soft and hard wood applications. It has an adjustable driving depth which can be changed without the use of tools. We like its slim nose tip which enhances visibility and lets you work in tight spaces.

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The Makita AF506 Brad Nailer has a soft-grip handle which makes it comfortable to use, especially over long periods. We like its viewing window which lets you see how many nails are left and allows you to time reloading more effectively. The tool also features an air duster nozzle which lets you tidy up saw dust, dust, etc.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of home, garden and DIY tools/equipment/accessories. Their product range includes scrapers, nailers, circular saws, jigsaws, sanders, planers, angle drills, chainsaws, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, pumps, pruners, blowers, grass shears, and more. Makita are known for their well designed and good quality products.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Suitability - The Makita AF506 Brad Nailer is an 18 gauge pneumatic tool which drives in brad nails between 15mm and 50mm long. It's suitable for both soft and hard wood.
• Magazine - The magazine has a capacity of 100 nails. The tool has a straight magazine angle and operates between 70PSI (4.9 bar) and 120PSI (8.2 bar).
• Soft Grip - A soft-grip handle lets you work comfortably for long periods of time.
• Viewing Window - The Makita AF506 Brad Nailer has a viewing window so that you can see how many nails are left at a glance.
• Quick Release Cam Lock - A quick release cam lock lets you open the nail guide assembly area so that you can easily remove any jammed nails.
• Adjustment - The nailer lets you adjust the driving depth without the use of tools.
• Air Duster - You can easily divert air from the compressor to the air duster nozzle to produce a powerful spray for cleaning up your workshop or garage.
• Slim Nose Tip - The nailer's slim nose tip allows for increased visibility and lets you shoot nails in smaller spaces. The nose adaptor protects the surface of the work piece from scratching.

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Summary

All things considered, the Makita AF506 Brad Nailer is a well designed tool which is suitable for 18 gauge nails with a length between 15mm and 50mm. We particularly like its soft-grip handle and slim nose tip which lets you work more easily in tight spaces. We also like its wide operational range between 70PSI and 120PSI, as well as its nail viewing window, and easy drive pressure adjustment. We rate the Makita AF506 Brad Nailer 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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