Grex CR50 Coil Roofing Nailer, 3/4" to 2" | Pro Roofing Tool
SKU: 50697220849911
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The Grex CR50 is a lightweight pneumatic coil roofing nailer tailored for professional roofing crews tackling shingle installation, roofing caps, siding, and sheathing on residential and light commercial jobs. Production re-roofing teams and shingle applicators favor it for its 6.2 lb aluminum body, adjustable shingle guide, steel safety foot with carbide inserts, and seamless handling of standard 0.120" diameter 15° coil nails from 3/4" to 2". Unlike the heavier Metabo HPT NV45AB2 (5.4 lbs but bulkier at 5.31" height), the CR50 prioritizes ergonomic balance and precision nailing with its compact 11.8" length and vinyl nose option for siding, making it superior for all-day ladder work where reduced fatigue trumps the NV45AB2's marginally higher capacity and sequential firing for ultra-high-volume production.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Nail Gauge | 0.120" |
| Nail Length Range | 3/4" ~ 2" |
| Magazine Capacity | approx. 120 fasteners |
| Magazine Angle | 15° |
| Operating PSI | 70 ~ 100 psi |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs |
| Drive Mode | contact |
| Collation | coil |
| Warranty | — |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Compatible Nails for Grex CR50 Coil Roofing Nailer, 3/4" to 2" | Pro Roofing Tool
| Nail | Gauge | Length | Shank | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1" Coil Roofing Nail | 0.120" | 1" | Smooth / EG | View nails → |
| 1-1/4" Coil Roofing Nail | 0.120" | 1-1/4" | Smooth / EG | View nails → |
| 1-1/2" Coil Roofing Nail | 0.120" | 1-1/2" | Smooth / EG | View nails → |
| 1-3/4" Coil Roofing Nail | 0.120" | 1-3/4" | Smooth / EG | View nails → |
| 2" Coil Roofing Nail | 0.120" | 2" | Smooth / EG | View nails → |
Using the wrong nail gauge can cause misfires and jams. Nails listed above are verified compatible with the Grex CR50 Coil Roofing Nailer, 3/4" to 2" | Pro Roofing Tool.
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What Contractors Say
Real-world feedback from roofing contractors and trade reviewers who have used this nailer on the job.
"This nailer is super lightweight and drives nails perfectly without misfires, great for roofing and siding jobs."
"The Grex CR50 handles 15-degree coils flawlessly and the adjustable guide makes shingle work fast and accurate."
Frequently Asked Questions
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