We select staples for a stapler among many types and sizes - Setafi

Staples for a stapler can be of different types. They also differ in size - when buying, pay attention to the height, thickness and width. Staples for a stapler, the dimensions of which are described in the article, are used in various fields from office to furniture assembly and construction.

Staple types

There are several types of brackets depending on their shape:

1. U-shaped - they are most common.
2. U-shaped - used to fix the cable.
3. T-shaped - represented by pins and nails.

To choose the right fastener correctly, you need to evaluate its dimensions - width b, height h and thickness a, as shown in the figure.

According to this classification, several varieties are distinguished. So, the type 51 bracket has the following parameters:

• a = 1 mm;
• b = 10 mm;
• h = 6-14 mm.

It is equally important to consider the type of stapler. For example, for a 140 stapler, the staple type should be 13, 37, 51, or 52. Also 54-59 and 140 will do. They have a height of 6 to 14 mm.

Another classification is related to the material of manufacture. The most reliable are steel. Copper and aluminum will last less, but they are also more affordable. Moreover, steel is used to work with wooden materials. And aluminum and copper are quite suitable for fabric, cardboard, paper, that is, mainly for crafts, in the office.

Purpose of the main types of staples

Each staple type is identified by a number, such as 51 or 140. It reflects the dimensions of the fastener, as well as its purpose:

1. To work with canvases, fabrics, upholstery use type 53. They are 11.4 mm wide and 0.75 mm thick. The legs are quite thin, so they do not damage even thin fabric.
2. For delicate material that will not be stressed, type 13 can be used. The fastener is thin, 0.75 mm thick, and also 11.4 mm wide.
3. For fastening textiles, several sheets of paper, wire mesh, cardboard, type 53E is used. They are 11.4 mm wide and 1.25 mm thick.
4. Stapler staples, which vary in size, are mainly made of copper and aluminum. The most popular fasteners are 10, 24 and 53 mm wide.
5. There is also type 140. These staples are 1.25mm thick and 10.6mm wide. Used for paper, cardboard, sealant. They also securely fasten materials to the surface of wood, plastic, fiberboard.
6. There are also staples for stapler type 55. They are quite narrow, 6.1 mm wide, 1.5 mm thick. Used in the manufacture of furniture, tray, lid, pallet. They are also used in fastening floorboards, siding, various panels, plywood material.
7. There are also type 300 nails. They are 2mm wide and 1.25mm thick. Well connect wooden elements, plastic, fiberboard sheets.
8. Type 500 are pins, which are also called studs. They are 1 mm wide and 1.25 mm thick. Particularly well suited for creating hidden joints in wood and plastic workpieces.

Thus, staples for a construction stapler type 53 or 51 are selected according to the shape, parameters and material of manufacture. In the construction business, as well as for the collection of furniture, U-shaped fasteners made of steel are used. For office purposes, you can use copper and aluminum varieties.