Meite MT7116LN
Score: 76/100
Metabo HPT N4004AB
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Metabo HPT N4004AB is a professional-grade pneumatic flooring stapler designed for hardwood installation, featuring an 18-gauge staple capacity and a lightweight aluminum body. It offers tool-less depth adjustment for both solid and engineered woods, along with a bottom-loading magazine that holds up to 100 staples. Best suited for professional flooring contractors handling high-volume jobs.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
0.375 mm | 6.35 mmbest | |
80 psi | 100 psibest | |
180 staplesbest | 100 staples | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.31 lbsbest | 3.1 lbs |
| ↓ lower better | 22 gauge | 18 gaugebest |
| ↓ lower better | 8.7 inchesbest | 9.31 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Magazine & Capacity(1) | ||
Magazine Capacity (staples) | 180 staples | 100 staples |
Controls & Safety(2) | ||
Depth Adjustment | false | true |
Exhaust Type | Rear Exhaust | 360-degree Adjustable |
Fastener Compatibility(3) | ||
Staple Length Range | 0.25-0.625 | 0.5 to 1.5625 |
Staple Crown Width (mm) | 0.375 mm | 6.35 mm |
Staple Gauge (gauge) | 22 gauge | 18 gauge |
Air & Power Requirements(1) | ||
Operating Pressure (psi) | 70-90 psi | 100 psi |
Ergonomics & Build(3) | ||
Tool Weight (lbs) | 2.31 lbs | 3.1 lbs |
Handle Type | Ergonomic Rubber | Over-molded Rubber |
Housing Material | Metal | Aluminum |
Physical Dimensions(1) | ||
Tool Length (inches) | 8.70 inches | 9.31 inches |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the N4004AB as an expertly crafted tool for hardwood flooring installations, highlighting its reliability and versatility for both solid and engineered woods.
Everyday users mirror expert praise regarding the tool's lightweight nature (3.1 lbs) and ease of use, particularly the simple depth adjustment mechanism.
“makes operation more flexible”
“widely used without frequent reliability issues in furniture and decoration”
