Arrow PT50
Score: 82/100
Meite MT7116LN
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Arrow PT50 is a professional heavy-duty, oil-free pneumatic staple gun designed for demanding tasks like upholstery, insulation, and framing. It features bump firing for rapid stapling, contact safety mechanisms, and compatibility with standard T50 staples, making it suitable for high-volume jobsites. Best suited for professional contractors, upholsterers, and serious DIYers needing pneumatic power for high-volume stapling into hard materials.
The Meite MT7116LN is a 22-gauge pneumatic upholstery stapler designed for precise fastening in tight spaces with an extended thin nose. Its main trade-off is the limited staple length range and lack of included fasteners. It is best suited for professional upholsterers and furniture makers needing precision in confined areas.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9.525 mmbest | 0.375 mm | |
— | 80 psibest | |
100 staples | 180 staplesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.36 lbsbest | 2.31 lbs |
| ↓ lower better | 20 gaugebest | 22 gauge |
| ↓ lower better | 10 inches | 8.7 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Magazine & Capacity(1) | ||
Magazine Capacity (staples) | 100 staples | 180 staples |
Controls & Safety(3) | ||
Firing Mode | Bump/Sequential | Sequential |
Safety Mechanism | Contact/Two-Trigger | Sequential Trigger |
Exhaust Type | Adjustable | Rear Exhaust |
Fastener Compatibility(3) | ||
Staple Length Range | 0.25 to 0.5625 | 0.25-0.625 |
Staple Crown Width (mm) | 9.525 mm | 0.375 mm |
Staple Gauge (gauge) | 20 gauge | 22 gauge |
Air & Power Requirements(2) | ||
Operating Pressure (psi) | 60-100 psi | 70-90 psi |
Air Inlet Size | 3/8" | 1/4 NPT |
Ergonomics & Build(3) | ||
Tool Weight (lbs) | 1.36 lbs | 2.31 lbs |
Handle Type | Overmold/Comfort Grip | Ergonomic Rubber |
Housing Material | Steel/Die-Cast Metal | Metal |
Physical Dimensions(1) | ||
Tool Length (inches) | 10.0 inches | 8.70 inches |
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Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Arrow PT50's durability, precision, and ease of use for contractors. It is praised as 'tough' for heavy-duty upholstery, insulation, and repairs, with specific emphasis on its no-oil maintenance requirements and bump firing capabilities over manual alternatives.
Search results lack direct user reviews or feedback quotes, so consumer insights are unavailable. Manufacturer and retailer descriptions suggest common praise for speed on large projects and comfort, with no recurring complaints noted in the provided data.
Professional reviewers highlight the MT7116LN as a game-changer for upholstery due to its lightweight design and extended nose, positioning it as superior for precision tasks in tight spaces.
Users praise the stapler's ease of use in tight spots like car seats and chair cushions, noting that the long nose increases operational flexibility, though some report minor jamming risks.
“makes operation more flexible”
“widely used without frequent reliability issues in furniture and decoration”
