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18 Gauge Galvanized Brad Nails are glue-collated finish nails designed for trim work, molding, baseboards, cabinetry, furniture making, indoor decoration, floor strips, decorative strips, cladding floor boards, picture frames, and fine carpentry applications. With a slight T-head, chisel point, smooth shank, galvanized finish, and 18 gauge profile, these brad nails create smaller entry holes while helping reduce wood splitting and surface damage.
KYA Fasteners supplies 18 gauge galvanized brad nails for contractors, finish carpenters, cabinet factories, furniture manufacturers, trim installers, hardware wholesalers, fastener distributors, tool dealers, and OEM buyers. Available lengths range from 13mm / 1/2" to 57mm / 2-1/4", with 100 nails per strip and 5,000 nails per box for efficient professional fastening.
18 gauge size: Creates smaller nail holes than heavier finish nails, making it suitable for trim, molding, cabinetry, and fine carpentry.
Galvanized finish: Provides corrosion resistance for indoor and light outdoor use.
Chisel point: Helps reduce wood splitting and supports clean penetration in trim woods and decorative materials.
Slight T-head: Provides secure holding while minimizing visible surface impact.
Glue-collated strips: 100 nails per strip support smooth feeding and fewer tool jams in compatible brad nailers.
Smooth shank: Suitable for finish carpentry, furniture assembly, molding, cabinets, and decorative work.
Wide length range: Available from 13mm / 1/2" to 57mm / 2-1/4" for different material thicknesses.
Bulk packaging: 5,000 nails per box with carton and pallet packaging for wholesale and export buyers.
| Product Name | 18 Gauge Galvanized Brad Nails |
|---|---|
| Fastener Type | Brad Nails / Finish Nails / 18GA Brads |
| Gauge | 18 Gauge |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Head Width | 2.0mm / Slight T-Head |
| Nail Width | 1.25mm |
| Thickness | 1.0mm |
| Length Range | 13mm / 1/2" to 57mm / 2-1/4" |
| Point Type | Chisel Point |
| Shank Type | Smooth Shank |
| Finish | Galvanized; Stainless Steel 304/316 available by request |
| Collation | Glue Collated / Adhesive Collated |
| Pcs/Strip | 100 nails/strip |
| Pcs/Box | 5,000 nails/box |
| Compatible Tools | Most 18-Gauge Brad Nailers |
| Main Applications | Furniture making, indoor decoration, cabinetwork, trim, baseboard, molding, cladding floor boards, floor strips, decorative strips, and fine carpentry. |
| Item | Length | Pcs/Strip | Pcs/Box | Boxes/Carton | Cartons/Pallet | Weight/Carton | Weight/Pallet |
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| F/13 | 13mm / 1/2" | 100 | 5,000 | 30 | 50 | 17.65kg | 882.5kg |
| F/15 | 15mm / 5/8" | 100 | 5,000 | 30 | 50 | 20.05kg | 1002.5kg |
| F/16 | 16mm / 5/8" | 100 | 5,000 | 30 | 50 | 21.37kg | 1068.5kg |
| F/19 | 19mm / 3/4" | 100 | 5,000 | 20 | 50 | 17.7kg | 885kg |
| F/20 | 20mm / 13/16" | 100 | 5,000 | 20 | 50 | 17.94kg | 897kg |
| F/22 | 22mm / 7/8" | 100 | 5,000 | 20 | 50 | 19.7kg | 985kg |
| F/25 | 25mm / 1" | 100 | 5,000 | 20 | 50 | 22.3kg | 1115kg |
| F/28 | 28mm / 1-1/8" | 100 | 5,000 | 20 | 50 | 25.1kg | 1255kg |
| F/30 | 30mm / 1-3/16" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 60 | 14.0kg | 840kg |
| F/32 | 32mm / 1-1/4" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 60 | 14.3kg | 858kg |
| F/35 | 35mm / 1-3/8" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 60 | 15.7kg | 942kg |
| F/38 | 38mm / 1-1/2" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 60 | 16.74kg | 1004.4kg |
| F/40 | 40mm / 1-9/16" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 60 | 17.8kg | 1068kg |
| F/44 | 44mm / 1-3/4" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 50 | 19.3kg | 965kg |
| F/45 | 45mm / 1-3/4" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 50 | 19.9kg | 995kg |
| F/50 | 50mm / 2" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 50 | 21.8kg | 1090kg |
| F/57 | 57mm / 2-1/4" | 100 | 5,000 | 10 | 50 | 26.7kg | 1335kg |
18 gauge galvanized brad nails are used where clean appearance, smaller nail holes, light-to-medium holding power, and precise finish fastening are required. They are widely used by cabinet makers, furniture factories, trim contractors, decorators, and woodworking shops.
| Application | Why 18 Gauge Brad Nails Work | Recommended Length |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture Making | Small entry holes and smooth shank support clean assembly in visible and semi-visible areas. | 25mm to 50mm depending on material thickness. |
| Cabinetwork | Slight T-head provides holding power while reducing surface damage on cabinet parts. | 25mm, 32mm, 38mm, or 45mm. |
| Trim and Baseboards | 18 gauge profile creates smaller holes that are easier to fill and finish. | 38mm to 57mm depending on trim thickness and substrate. |
| Molding Making | Chisel point helps reduce splitting in delicate trim and molding materials. | 15mm to 38mm depending on profile thickness. |
| Indoor Decoration | Small brad head is suitable for decorative strips and fine visible work. | 13mm to 35mm for light decorative materials. |
| Cladding Floor Boards | Longer brad nails can help secure light floor board or cladding components. | 38mm to 57mm depending on board thickness. |
| Floor Strips | Glue-collated strips support fast repetitive fastening with compatible 18GA nailers. | 32mm to 50mm. |
| Decorative Strips | Small nail holes help maintain clean decorative appearance. | 13mm to 30mm. |
Brad nail length should be selected according to material thickness, substrate density, holding requirement, and finish appearance. For better fastening, the nail should penetrate securely into the base material without blowing through, splitting the trim, or leaving excessive surface marks.
| Length Range | Typical Use | Buyer Note |
|---|---|---|
| 13mm - 20mm | Thin trim, decorative strips, small moldings, crafts, and light wood parts. | Use when the material is thin and surface appearance matters. |
| 22mm - 32mm | Cabinet parts, indoor decoration, picture frames, and medium trim work. | Common range for furniture and interior carpentry. |
| 35mm - 45mm | Baseboards, thicker moldings, cabinet frames, and wood assembly. | Useful when stronger holding and deeper penetration are required. |
| 50mm - 57mm | Thicker trim, floor strips, cladding boards, and selected frame fastening. | Confirm the brad nailer accepts 2" to 2-1/4" brads before ordering. |
Finish selection should be based on application environment, corrosion exposure, appearance requirement, and service life. Galvanized brad nails are suitable for indoor and light outdoor use, while stainless steel brad nails are recommended for high-humidity, coastal, exterior, or corrosion-sensitive applications.
| Finish | Main Benefit | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|
| Galvanized | Basic corrosion resistance and cost-effective finish. | Furniture, cabinetry, trim, molding, indoor decoration, and light outdoor use. |
| 304 Stainless Steel | Higher corrosion resistance than galvanized steel. | Exterior trim, humid environments, treated wood, and higher-value woodworking projects. |
| 316 Stainless Steel | Superior corrosion resistance in aggressive environments. | Coastal, marine, salt-air, and high-corrosion environments. |
Before ordering 18 gauge brad nails in bulk, buyers should confirm nail gauge, strip collation, head type, nail length, tool magazine length, finish, packaging quantity, carton weight, and pallet quantity. Correct matching helps reduce feeding issues, tool jams, poor countersinking, splitting, and visible finish defects.
| Buyer Question | What to Confirm |
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| Will these brad nails fit my nailer? | Confirm the tool accepts 18 gauge glue-collated brad nails and the required length from 13mm to 57mm. |
| Are galvanized brad nails suitable for outdoor use? | Galvanized brad nails are suitable for indoor and light outdoor use. For coastal or high-humidity exposure, 304 or 316 stainless steel is recommended. |
| Which length should I choose for trim and baseboard? | Choose 38mm to 57mm depending on trim thickness, substrate, holding requirement, and brad nailer capacity. |
| How can I reduce wood splitting? | Use the correct nail length, avoid driving too close to the edge, adjust air pressure, and use chisel point brad nails for cleaner penetration. |
| Can KYA support wholesale packaging? | Yes. KYA can support 5,000 nails/box, carton packing, pallet packing, carton labels, private labels, and export packaging for distributors and OEM buyers. |
KYA Fasteners supplies brad nails, finish nails, staples, coil nails, framing nails, roofing nails, hog rings, pneumatic tools, collated screws, and industrial fastening solutions for global B2B buyers. We support stable factory supply, full-size range, finish selection, custom packaging, carton labels, private labels, and export shipment for distributors, contractors, furniture factories, cabinet makers, and OEM customers.
Complete size range: 13mm to 57mm 18 gauge brad nails are available for different finish carpentry applications.
Stable packaging: 100 nails/strip and 5,000 nails/box for efficient storage, distribution, and tool loading.
Finish options: Galvanized and stainless steel 304/316 options support indoor, light outdoor, and higher-corrosion applications.
Tool compatibility support: Designed for most 18 gauge brad nailers used in woodworking, trim, and cabinet production.
Wholesale and OEM support: Carton packing, pallet packing, carton label, private label, and export packing can be customized.
They are used for furniture making, indoor decoration, cabinetwork, trim, baseboards, molding, floor strips, decorative strips, cladding floor boards, picture frames, and fine carpentry.
These nails are compatible with most 18 gauge brad nailers when the tool accepts glue-collated strips and the selected nail length.
Available lengths range from 13mm / 1/2" to 57mm / 2-1/4", including F/13, F/15, F/16, F/19, F/20, F/22, F/25, F/28, F/30, F/32, F/35, F/38, F/40, F/44, F/45, F/50, and F/57.
Galvanized brad nails provide basic corrosion resistance and are suitable for indoor and light outdoor applications such as trim, furniture, cabinets, and decorative work.
A chisel point helps the nail penetrate cleanly and can reduce the risk of splitting in trim woods, moldings, and delicate finish materials.
Standard packaging is 100 nails per strip and 5,000 nails per box. Carton and pallet quantities vary by nail length, with 10-30 boxes per carton and 50-60 cartons per pallet.
For coastal, marine, salt-air, or high-humidity environments, stainless steel 304 or 316 brad nails are recommended over standard galvanized brad nails.
Yes. KYA Fasteners can customize nail length, finish, box packaging, carton label, pallet packing, private label, and export packing for wholesale and OEM buyers.
