Porta Nail T-Cleat 16 Gauge nails are flooring cleat nails designed for installing 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. solid wood flooring, tongue-and-groove hardwood flooring, decorative paneling, ceilings, and sub-flooring. Made from full-hard carbon steel, these T-cleats provide strong holding power, reliable feeding, and secure fastening for professional flooring installation.
The wide-head wedge-shaped design, well-defined barbs, glue collation, and cupped point help reduce bending, backing out, jamming, and wood splitting. Porta Nail T-Cleats are compatible with most 16-gauge T-cleat flooring nailers, including Bostitch, Senco, Porter Cable, and Porta-Nails 401 and 402 models.
These 16 gauge T-cleat flooring nails are available in 38mm, 45mm, and 50mm lengths for different hardwood flooring thicknesses and installation requirements. Bright finish is suitable for indoor flooring, while stainless steel options are available for applications requiring better corrosion resistance.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Porta Nail T-Cleat 16 Gauge |
| Head Diameter | 5.8mm |
| Length | 38mm–50mm / 1-1/2"–2" |
| Material | Full-hard carbon steel |
| Thickness | 16 Ga / 1.52mm; 18 Ga / 1.18mm available |
| Collation | Glue collated |
| Finish | Bright finish, stainless steel available |
| Compatible Tools | Most 16-gauge T-cleat flooring nailers, including Bostitch, Senco, Porter Cable, and Porta-Nails 401/402 |
| Main Applications | Solid wood flooring, tongue-and-groove flooring, decorative paneling, ceilings, and sub-flooring |
Porta Nail T-Cleats are supplied in strip form for efficient magazine loading and smooth nailer feeding. Each box contains 1,000 nails, and one box can fasten approximately 200 sq. ft. of 2-1/4 in. wide tongue-and-groove flooring, depending on installation spacing and jobsite conditions.
| Specification | Length (mm) | Length (inch) | PCS/Strip | PCS/Box | Boxes/Carton | Cartons/Pallet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T38 | 38mm | 1-1/2" | 100 | 1,000 | 10 | 60 |
| T45 | 45mm | 1-3/4" | 100 | 1,000 | 10 | 60 |
| T50 | 50mm | 2" | 100 | 1,000 | 10 | 45 |
Porta Nail T-Cleat 16 Gauge nails are designed for flooring installers who need secure fastening, reliable nailer feeding, and reduced wood damage during hardwood flooring installation. Their shape and material help maintain tight flooring joints and stable fastening performance.
Compatible with most 16-gauge T-cleat flooring nailers.
Glue-collated strips support reliable feeding and reduce jamming.
Full-hard carbon steel helps prevent bending during installation.
Wide-head wedge-shaped design helps hold flooring tightly.
Well-defined barbs improve holding power and reduce backing out.
Cupped point helps minimize wood splitting, even in hard wood species.
Bright finish for indoor use and stainless steel option for better corrosion resistance.
These 16 gauge T-cleat nails are suitable for flooring contractors, hardwood flooring installers, building material suppliers, flooring fastener distributors, and woodworking professionals. They are mainly used where strong concealed fastening is required in wood flooring and decorative wood structures.
Installing 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. solid wood flooring.
Tongue-and-groove hardwood flooring installation.
Decorative paneling for interior walls.
Ceiling installations for decorative and structural use.
Sub-flooring and stable underlayment fastening.
Professional flooring projects requiring tight, secure, concealed fastening.
Choosing the right T-cleat length depends on flooring thickness, wood species, subfloor type, nailer compatibility, and installation requirement. Shorter T-cleats are commonly used for thinner flooring, while longer T-cleats provide deeper holding for thicker hardwood flooring.
| T-Cleat Size | Recommended Use |
|---|---|
| T38 / 1-1/2" | Suitable for thinner solid wood flooring and applications requiring moderate penetration. |
| T45 / 1-3/4" | Suitable for general hardwood flooring installation and common tongue-and-groove flooring work. |
| T50 / 2" | Suitable for thicker solid wood flooring and applications requiring stronger holding power. |
KYA Fasteners supplies flooring cleat nails, flooring staples, T-cleats, L-cleats, pneumatic tools, industrial fasteners, nails, staples, and fastening solutions for global flooring distributors, hardwood flooring installers, construction suppliers, and professional users.
16 gauge T-cleats for solid wood flooring and tongue-and-groove installation.
T38, T45, and T50 sizes available for different flooring thicknesses.
Full-hard carbon steel construction for stable fastening performance.
Glue-collated strips for smooth feeding in compatible flooring nailers.
Support for bulk orders, flooring fastener distribution, and custom packaging requirements.
Porta Nail T-Cleats are used for installing 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. solid wood flooring, tongue-and-groove hardwood flooring, decorative paneling, ceilings, and sub-flooring. They provide concealed fastening and strong holding power for wood flooring installation.
These T-Cleats are compatible with most 16-gauge T-cleat flooring nailers, including Bostitch, Senco, Porter Cable, and Porta-Nails 401 and 402 models. Buyers should confirm nail length and gauge compatibility before ordering.
Available sizes include T38, T45, and T50. The corresponding lengths are 38mm / 1-1/2", 45mm / 1-3/4", and 50mm / 2".
Glue collation helps the T-Cleats feed smoothly in compatible flooring nailers. It can reduce loading problems and improve installation efficiency during flooring work.
The cupped point helps cut into wood more cleanly, reducing the risk of splitting. This is useful when installing hard wood species or tongue-and-groove flooring.
Bright finish T-Cleats are mainly for indoor use. Stainless steel options are available for applications that require better corrosion resistance or selected outdoor use.
One box contains 1,000 nails and can fasten approximately 200 sq. ft. of 2-1/4 in. wide tongue-and-groove flooring. Actual coverage depends on flooring width, spacing, and installation method.
Bulk buyers include flooring fastener distributors, hardwood flooring installers, building material suppliers, construction contractors, flooring tool dealers, and wood product manufacturers.
