C Series 16 Gauge Galvanised Brads 50mm

The C Series brads are a 16 gauge galvanised straight brad in a 50mm length, sold here as a 5000 piece pack. They are made from high quality galvanised steel for corrosion resistance, and the 16 gauge thickness with a 1.60mm diameter gives a balance of holding power and a clean finish. The pack is built for high volume work, and the brads suit straight magazine 16 gauge brad nailers.

Key Features

• 5000 brads in the one bulk pack
• 16 gauge, 1.60mm diameter
• 50mm length
• Galvanised steel for corrosion resistance
• Straight brads for smooth nailer feeding
• Suits 16 gauge straight brad nailers

Specifications

• Series: C Series
• Gauge: 16 gauge
• Diameter: 1.60mm
• Length: 50mm
• Finish: galvanised
• Type: straight brads
• Quantity: 5000 per pack

Applications

• Trim and moulding installation
• Panelling and cabinetry
• Architraves and light framework
• Internal and light external applications

What You Need To Complete The Job

Run the brads in a 16 gauge straight brad nailer, and keep the finish tools on hand, including the OX wood chisel set and a pack of carpenters pencils for marking. For cutting the trim to length, add an OX handsaw. More fastening gear is under Carpentry Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are 16 gauge brads used for?

A 16 gauge brad is a finishing nailer fastener used for trim, mouldings, panelling, architraves and light framework. The 50mm length gives good holding power for trim work, and the galvanised finish resists rust in damp conditions.

Will these brads fit my nailer?

The brads are straight 16 gauge fasteners, designed for straight magazine 16 gauge brad nailers. Check that your nailer takes 16 gauge straight collated brads in the 50mm length before ordering.

Why buy the 5000 pack?

Trim and finishing work uses a lot of fasteners, and the 5000 piece bulk pack means fewer reloads and a better price per brad. It is the pack for a jobbing carpenter or a site running a lot of architrave and moulding work.

Are these brads suitable for external use?

The galvanised finish gives corrosion resistance, and OX lists the pack as suitable for internal and light external applications. For heavy external exposure, match the fastener to the environment and the timber being fixed.

How should I store the brads?

Keep the brads in their original box or a sealed container so they stay clean and dry. Galvanised brads resist corrosion, but damp storage can still mark the finish, and clean dry brads feed more reliably through a nailer, which matters on a high volume job. Keeping the pack sealed between uses protects the collation and the galvanised finish.