18V Brushless Cordless 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brad Nailer (Tool Only) with CLEAN DRIVE Technology
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RIDGID introduces the 18V Brushless Cordless 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brad Nailer (Tool Only) with CLEAN DRIVE Technology. This 18V Cordless Brad Nailer is more compact and lighter weight compared to the previous model (R09890B). Featuring CLEAN DRIVE Technology, this brad nailer boasts 17X more consecutive perfect drives than the competition. CLEAN DRIVE Technology means you can spend less time fixing and more time working. This brad nailer has a small nose for visibility, drives flush at all angles, and no driver blade slip. Paired with any RIDGID 18V battery, you get all the power of a pneumatic nailer in a cordless tool. With no compressor, no hose, and no gas cartridge, this cordless brad nailer enables faster set-up and easier maneuvering on the job site, driving 18-gauge nails from 5/8 in. to 2-1/8 in. Best of all, this tool is 100% compatible with all RIDGID 18V batteries, and with registration, is backed by the Industry Leading Lifetime Service Agreement, providing FREE seals, FREE pistons, and FREE driver blades - For LIFE. The 18V Brushless Cordless 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brad Nailer includes 2 non-marring pads, and operator's manual. Battery and charger sold separately.
- Brushless Motor Technology delivers more runtime, power, and longer motor life
- CLEAN DRIVE Technology for 17X More Consecutive Perfect Drives
- CLEAN DRIVE Technology: Small nose for visibility, drives flush at all angles, and no driver blade slip
- More compact and lighter weight compared to the previous model (R09890B)
- Dry-Fire Lockout extends motor life and prevents misfires
- 3,500 nails per charge when using a 4.0 Ah battery (not included)
- Selectable mode switch allows contact actuation or single sequential actuation mode
- Tool-free depth of drive ensures accurate depth control to protect work surface from overdriving
- Tool-free power adjustment regulates power for optimum results
- Tool-free jam release for easy access to clear jams
- 2 non-marring pads keep work surface free of tool marks
- Grip Light engages light independently of trigger to illuminate workspace
- Lifetime Service Agreement with Registration within 90 Days
- Includes: (1) R09891 18V Brushless Cordless 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brad Nailer with 2 non-marring pads and operator's manual
- Battery and charger sold separately
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Questions & Answers
50Questions
Q:Why dose the light blink
by|Oct 3, 2023
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Q:Yeas the main description said it comes with a 4ah battery but specifications says 2ah. Which is it.
by|Sep 24, 2023
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Q:Do you have a tool bag model number that I can order separately to fit this Brad nailer
by|Sep 13, 2023
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Q:WHERE CAN I FIND A TIP FOR THE BRAD NAIL GUN
by|Aug 18, 2023
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Feb 26, 2023
Nailer does not work even with high capacity batt.
I bought this product less than a year ago or so, and didnt want to put a review until I have used it enough. This tool is the most frustrating tool to use. The electronics wont trigger like its dead. Often times and Im not exaggerating, I have to pull the battery out and reinsert it. Its not any nail or cartridge issue.
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Customer review from homedepot.caJan 31, 2023
Time saver!
Quick and easy to use. Great time saver vs traditional nailing. Put up siding and paneling fairly efficiently. After the first 100 or so nails the gun seemed to have trouble reading the nails, issue was fixed after pulling the nails out and reseating them in place. Pairs well with a 4 ah battery, anything heavier and it may fatigue you. I would recommend the LED light to be raised and leaned forward to provide a better view of exact nailing location.
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Dec 16, 2022
I think its going to be hit or miss out of the box
Out of the box the gun looks and feels great. I love that it has a small pointed no-mar tip to protect the wood from the gun. However the nailer I bought didn't work flawlessly out of the box. It locked up when I tried to fire it the first few times so I thought it needed some lubrication on the hammer. The touch of oil fixed the lock up but it still has issues. It lacks the power to drive 2" nails for liners. I really wanted this gun to work for me but it doesn't. Had for ask for my money back.
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Response from RIDGIDDec 19, 2022
Hello, Mmb102 - We are disappointed to learn about your unsatisfactory experience with this brad nailer! We appreciate though you taking the time to share this experience with us, and we're glad to see that you had no trouble with the return. And if you should give this product another try, we believe the experience will be better. We hope you will! And feel free to email us anytime at Reviews@RIDGIDmail.com, if you'd like to continue this conversation.
Jun 27, 2022
5⭐️ ridgid brad nailer
Expect Your usual rigid high quality product. By
I used My new rigid Brad Nailer To repair my fence, The nailer is not a very heavy item Light weight Very precise . I would highly suggest This tool For any repairs that require a Brad Nailer.
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Mar 10, 2022
Reliable and Convenient
No jams so far with this system. Setting depth is straight forward and as the manual recommends, have a scrap set available to fine tune. Battery life in pneomenal and i have yet to change out the battery during a job
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Nov 25, 2021
If it works it could be ok!
Purchased one brand new out of Home Depot. Used it for 20 min. Shot about 30pc 18 gauge nails before nailer completely stopped working.
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Response from RIDGIDDec 28, 2021
Hello, Rade - We're very disappointed to hear that your nailer has stopped working! We'd like to hear more, so we can try and move this experience in a positive direction! Would you mind sharing more with us at Reviews@RIDGIDmail.com?
Sep 19, 2021
Amazing
I decided to close in my hen house before the snow flies this winter. I used 1 11/2 inch and 5/8 inch brad nails and a 2 ah battery. I shot 700 1 1/2 nails and 400 plus 5/8 nails on one battery. The only thing I don't like about it is the 5 nail count stop. Ryobi airstrike does the same thing. When theres 5 nails left the gun won't fire again. In some instances that would be good. But I prefer emptying the mag before stopping. I dump the 5 and pop in another stick. Absolutely an amazing tool. Good job ridgid. Look close and you'll see the star of this picture.
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Jul 19, 2021
This is a really nice easy to use brad nailer. I loaded with 9/16" brad nails as well as 2" for t...
This is a really nice easy to use brad nailer. I loaded with 9/16" brad nails as well as 2" for the use test and it performed great with both, easy to load nails into the tool. I was very impressed with the power, it can be adjusted to meet the demands of the material and nail size you are using. The drill depth is also adjustable, you can leave the nail head showing or drive all the way into the material.
It has a perfectly positioned light that helps brighten dark areas. The tool itself is heavy, adding the battery (not included) to the tool doesn't seem to have much impact to the overall weight and the batteries are pretty light weight.
In the end I think this tools is awesome for DIY or smaller jobs. For large jobs it will probably be too heavy and a air nailer might be better. The tool is awesome and performs to the standards you would expect form Ridgid.
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Jul 6, 2021
This RIDGID 18 Volt Lithium Ion brushless cordless 18 gauge 2-1/8 inch brad nailer is a handy tool for the home or shop. The best thing about this nailer is that you don’t need to have a small compressor on hand, just a freshly charged battery. This nailer is perfect for finish work like door or floor moldings. It is not light weight but is lighter than an air compressor operated pneumatic nail gun. I have a few 2 A/Hr. batteries and they don’t add much weight. This nail gun holds 105 18 gauge brad nails from 5/8 inch to 2 1/8 inches in length. The gun has a no-mar rubber tip to prevent marring softer woods. To Adjust for the nail length and hardness of the wood use the drive power knob on the top of the nailer. There is also a fine depth adjustment knob. The nailer can be set by a switch to single sequence actuation or contact actuation. I also like how easy it is to clear a jammed nail from the head, just lift the lever and the head opens to remove a jammed nail. I was surprised it did not come with a Ridgid 636181001 Belt Clip. Its handy to slip the nail gun in your belt instead of having to put it down especially if you are on a ladder. It even has a handy LED light built in. I am very pleased to add this versatile tool to my collection and it works with all the Ridgid 18 Volt batteries. Be sure to register your tool within 90 days to get the full lifetime warranty .
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Jul 6, 2021
I can't stress how nice it is to not have a coiled or straight air hose to deal with! This Ridgi...
I can't stress how nice it is to not have a coiled or straight air hose to deal with! This Ridgid 18 volt brad nailer is great for my needs in the shop. I'm not a commercial or even professional woodworker. I make or install much of my own trim around the house and I make some smaller furniture, valances, and other decor. Having a versatile brad nailer that isn't tethered to an air comprrsssor has been wonderful (I imagine a professional would be even more impressed) and I can't recommend this one enough. It has depth and pressure adjustments to dial in the appropriate amounts you need for your project and ergonomics are comfortable. Compatibility with my other 18 volt Ridgid batteries means I don't have to buy new batteries, too. The see-through cartridge helps to know how many nails you have remaining which is a bonus.
The only downsides I have experienced is the weight and light. I have been using my 6ah Octane battery (this isn't an Ocatane tool so it doesn't have to be an Octane battery) and the nailer can get a little heavy after extended use. For the light, simply pit, it doesn't work. The light shines above the nail head so you can't really see where it is when it's dark. But let's be honest.. who is installing trim or building cabinets in the dark anyway?
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