morgan306 Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Not really a gadget as such, but I was wondering which staple gun/cable tacker you recommend. I don't use them often, but they are ideal when fixing cables under carpets etc. Any suggestions, or links? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfur mo Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Not really a gadget as such, but I was wondering which staple gun/cable tacker you recommend. I don't use them often, but they are ideal when fixing cables under carpets etc. Any suggestions, or links? Rexel Titan i think is the make of the one's i use and most alarm suppliers stock them. there are two sizes T28 for 4 & 6 Core T36 for 8 core and can be used on sat cable and RG59 with longer staples. i'd avoid the Arrow one as it carries less staples, easier to skewer the cable with it and has only one pressure, staple guns can make the work very fast and almost worth another man on the job, but you need to exercise great care as a shorted cable from a misplaced clip is a real pia. regs alan If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whistle Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Rexel Titan i think is the make of the one's i use and most alarm suppliers stock them.there are two sizes T28 for 4 & 6 Core T36 for 8 core and can be used on sat cable and RG59 with longer staples. i'd avoid the Arrow one as it carries less staples, easier to skewer the cable with it and has only one pressure, staple guns can make the work very fast and almost worth another man on the job, but you need to exercise great care as a shorted cable from a misplaced clip is a real pia. regs alan staples oh no rough as you like.. We have band them. Clips only for everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest anguscanplay Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 staples oh no rough as you like..We have band them. Clips only for everything. nah it`s just like any tool, needs to be used right rapisco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfur mo Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 staples oh no rough as you like..We have band them. Clips only for everything. i know many companies don't like them especially those who have bonus schemes or tight time allowed for installation engineers, but imo fare better than having hiats clips sticking up through the carpet which will eventually crack and let the cable end up on the smooth edge due to the vacuum cleaner regs alan If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 staples oh no rough as you like..We have band them. Clips only for everything. bull, i'm with angus. if you use them right there is no problem with them. your brain washed by the old nacoss ways besides what would i do on those grotty LBHA jobs without my trusty staple gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan306 Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 Like I said in my original post, there is a time when they are better than normal clips,like under carpets,I'm not looking to abuse them like the BT boys do. I had a Draper one many moons ago,but that was toilet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfur mo Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 nah it`s just like any tool, needs to be used right rapisco thats the one's, my memory. i've known the ruling 'alf as long as my cable tacker and to sruggle to remmember her name too you can tell when your getting old, your dreams are dryer - and your farts get wetter regs alan If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 i know many companies don't like them especially those who have bonus schemes or tight time allowed for installation engineers, but imo fare better than having hiats clips sticking up through the carpet which will eventually crack and let the cable end up on the smooth edge due to the vacuum cleaner regs alan see for me i like them for the LBHA jobs [skirting boards here i come] but if i was happy to lift the carpet they would be going under the floor boards. i know chipboard can be a pain but normally a way around it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan306 Posted November 8, 2007 Author Share Posted November 8, 2007 What does LBHA stand for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 Like I said in my original post, there is a time when they are better than normal clips,like under carpets,I'm not looking to abuse them like the BT boys do. I had a Draper one many moons ago,but that was toilet.if the cable was being fixed and not in trunk or on brick i would always use the gun, why not? as long as it isn't set to high causing resistance problems ect.What does LBHA stand for? local borough housing authority.[council scum contracts] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest anguscanplay Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 if the cable was being fixed and not in trunk or on brick i would always use the gun, why not? as long as it isn't set to high causing resistance problems ect.local borough housing authority.[council scumcontracts] err but not plaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest anguscanplay Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 doesnt look anything like mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan306 Posted November 8, 2007 Author Share Posted November 8, 2007 Oh I see! I only use them where cable can't be conceiled, and clips would stand out too much. There are Rapesco ones on ebay at the moment,the same ones that B&Q sell, are these the kiddies you are refering to as they seem a bit cheap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 err but not plaster when would that ever happen? all drops would be in trunk? lol, before you answer that don't forget past PM's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 by far the best, rapid brand. i know adi gardiners and risco sell em. risco is the cheaper about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest anguscanplay Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 when would that ever happen? all drops would be in trunk? lol, before you answer that don't forget past PM's nope - lost me, we use tube if its commercial anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest anguscanplay Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 by far the best, rapid brand. i know adi gardiners and risco sell em. risco is the cheaper about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alterEGO Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 thats the one I got - twenty years and still going strong, new spring mind ( and guide bar,angled front edge,handle,cable holder and strength selector) bit like triggers brush then oops, i get one a yr or two if i'm lucky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markovitch Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 nah it`s just like any tool, needs to be used right rapisco I have to agree with Angus,like all tools if used correctly and with care there should be no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky3366 Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 The staple gun is a Rapid 28...totally bomb proof as long as the apprentice doesn't lose the metal clip for the handle If at first you don't succeed...don't try skydiving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kka Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 by far the best, rapid brand. i know adi gardiners and risco sell em. risco is the cheaper about Kevin Scott. Owner of KK Alarms...... Installation .. Service .. Repair ...... Thoughout.. Northumberland and North Tyneside ..... Tel:01670 361948 (call diverted after 15 seconds) or 07947444114 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfur mo Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 see for me i like them for the LBHA jobs [skirting boards here i come] but if i was happy to lift the carpet they would be going under the floor boards. i know chipboard can be a pain but normally a way around it. agreed and preferred by me to, nip out one by the door and if lucky fish the void with cable access rods but, when the rooms are full of furniture or you lift the carpet to find parquet or close t&g boarded wood floors, even lino tiles it's not always practical. i see one of those jobs a few weeks back where the cables were run outside and buried in the mortar , has to be said the re-pointing was neatly done but don't know if a builder did that. the client thought the original engineer was mustard and surprised i would not entertain fixing his system, simply would not go for a refit even offered radio, i'd guess due to the supposed upheaval and possibly why it was originally done that way - i simply walked away. regs alan If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arfur mo Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 The staple gun is a Rapid 28...totally bomb proof as long as the apprentice doesn't lose the metal clip for the handle i always pull that off, or it keeps getting in the way of the lever regs alan If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjw Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 thats the one I got - twenty years and still going strong, new spring mind ( and guide bar,angled front edge,handle,cable holder and strength selector) bit like triggers brush then wot was it now 5 new handles and 7 new brush heads???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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