Stinger CH38-2 Hammer Cap Stapler, 3/8" | Contractor Pack
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Roofing contractors and framers rely on the Stinger CH38-2 Hammer Cap Stapler, 3/8" Contractor Pack for rapid, code-compliant fastening of asphalt shingles, synthetic underlayment, felt paper, housewrap, and insulation over wood decking. This manual hammer tacker delivers 3/8" A11/T-50 staples paired with 1" plastic caps in one trigger pull, ensuring weather-resistant holds that prevent tearing and blow-offs on jobsites. Unlike the Stinger CH38A Auto Hammer Cap Stapler, the CH38-2 offers a freshened ergonomic design with tandem cap-staple feeding from 168-capacity magazines, superior lightweight handling at 2.6 lbs, and airless operation for economical, pneumatic-free performance in tight roofing applications.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Nail Gauge | — |
| Nail Length Range | 3/8" |
| Magazine Capacity | 168 |
| Magazine Angle | — |
| Operating PSI | — |
| Weight | 2.6 lbs |
| Drive Mode | Manual |
| Collation | Wire-collated coils with 1" plastic caps |
| Warranty | Non-Warranty Item |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
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What Contractors Say
Real-world feedback from roofing contractors and trade reviewers who have used this nailer on the job.
"A freshened design for Stinger's popular hammer cap stapler, the CH38-2 cap hammer is designed to drive 3/8" leg A11/T-50 staples with 1" collated plastic caps in tandem. Perfect for synthetic underlayment and roofing felt."
"The CH38-2 Cap Hammer is durable and convenient to use. It reduces the possibility of tearing roofing felt or house wrap."
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