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Powder-Actuated Fastening with Ramset: Revolutionizing Wood to Concrete Connections
Hey guys, Andy Glass here from workshopaddict.com, and today I want to bring your attention to the revolutionary fastening systems provided by Ramset. We’ll explore the various tools and applications of this advanced fastening technology that enables swift, precise, and secure wood to concrete connections. Let’s dive in.
What is Ramset and Why is it Important?
Ramset is a powder-actuated fastening system, designed to allow for quick and efficient fastening of wood to concrete without any need for pre-drilling. This innovative fastening technology utilizes gunpowder to drive a hardened steel pin through wood and into concrete, making it the go-to method for various applications.
Not limited to wood and concrete connections, Ramset can also be used to attach wood to steel, further expanding its versatility. Common applications of Ramset include fastening steel plates, hanging conduit clips, and creating connections in concrete or steel. By offering a reliable, efficient, and durable way to secure wood to concrete and steel, Ramset has established itself as a preferred choice for professionals in the construction industry.
Ramset’s Tool Lineup at Home Depot
Home Depot offers a selection of four Ramset tools to cater to individual needs and budgets. These professional-grade tools are designed to accommodate different frequencies of use and various applications. The four tools available at Home Depot include:
1. Ramset Single Shot Hammer Tool
Starting at around $25, the single shot hammer tool is perfect for those who don’t require frequent usage. This simple, yet effective tool allows users to achieve fast results by simply hitting it with a hammer.
2. Ramset Trigger Shot
At around $50, the trigger shot offers an upgrade from the single shot version. The trigger shot eliminates the need for a hammer, providing a more comfortable and convenient option for those who may require occasional usage.
3. Ramset Master Shot with Silencer
The master shot features a more ergonomic design, alongside an integrated silencer that significantly reduces noise emissions makes it an ideal choice for users working in occupied buildings or confined spaces. This 22-caliber, single-shot tool provides greater comfort and noise reduction while maintaining the same high performance as its counterparts.
4. Ramset Cobra Plus
The Cobra Plus is the most advanced option in the Ramset lineup, offering a semi-automatic, 27-caliber tool designed for high-frequency users. The semi-automatic mechanism utilizes a strip of gunpowder, allowing users to cycle through loads without needing to reload manually. This efficient design is perfect for professionals working on extensive projects, such as full basement conversions or the installation of conduit clips by electricians.
The Cobra Plus also features a power adjust function, enabling users to adjust the power output without changing the load color. This flexibility allows professionals to adapt their tools as necessary throughout a given project, ensuring consistent and efficient results.
Putting Ramset to the Test
In a recent demonstration, the effectiveness and ease of use of Ramset’s tools were showcased through the attachment of a wooden beam to a concrete wall using the Cobra Plus semi-automatic tool. With blazing speed and impressive precision, the powder-actuated fastening system drove the pin securely through the wood and into the concrete. The silencer feature of the tool kept the noise level well below expectations, making it an excellent option for quiet work environments.
Conclusion
The Ramset brand, available at Home Depot, provides a range of high-quality, professional-grade tools designed to meet the needs of various users and applications. With its unmatched fastening capabilities and innovative designs, Ramset offers efficiency, precision, and durability for wood to concrete connections and beyond. The lineup of tools presented at Home Depot caters for casual users and professionals alike, ensuring that there is a Ramset solution for everyone.
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Fellas would a mastershot work on a condo concrete wall that has a 1/2 " drywall on top. Looking to secure 2×4 for a diy fireplace media wall.
Can you use it for wood to wood like framing or building my porch?
💥🧨 I just bought a Ramset Powershot. What a step up from the one that I had to smack with a hammer.
i bought the cobra plus today after the boss said to use all thread to put 2×4 on a wall to hang a combi unit, i used this it saved me hours in cutting drilling sinking anchors.. and its fun to use
“We brought a silencer over”
The ATF would like to know your location
Can you make it full automatic and remove the safety?
Awesome info I will be making an investment in one
dewalt (sold at lowes) take note ; )
YEA IVE DONE THIS IN 2016 JUST TO TRY IT IN MY WAREHOUSE FOR OUR WALLS….DIDNT HOLD
HILTI all day every day, forget ramset!
wonder what's the fps on the 22cal yellow? or how much lbs per inch or sq ft ..however it's measured. im not sure. I know this is a dangerous tool not a plaything so please spare me the criticism ..I've had experience with firearms.. no pro, but I know every gu. is always loaded never point at anything your not prepared to shoot on accident or on purpose. etc. ALOT OF CRUCIAL ETCS.. I GET THAT. ANYWAYS..I am just curious the velocity and damage it might cause in comparison. I just bought one today and can't wait to try it out! I shoulda got the trigger action instead of the cheapest one if I'm shooting only for targets, not work. maybe just for the noise.. let me see if i t wakes the neighborhood. hehehe ill be testing into a tree or thru my mattress and the cinderblock like I believe it's mea
nt? maybe not meant for the mattress but yeah. in the name of science bad judgement and violation of my 2nd amendment.. we shall see. any ideas or thoughts are welcome, if you have to talk trash that's what the web is for I guess, but I basiy just wanna know the power specs compared to say a 22 pistol or 25 or probably most similar? answers welcome. suggestions and sht talk welcome too. if you must
This Ramset guy knows a lot more than me about tools. But that last tool is not semi automatic. If the operator needs to cycle it manually between shots, it's disqualified from being semi automatic. Perhaps he merely meant magazine fed, for this application meaning holding more than one charge at a time.
Are they legal in canada?
These type of tools are so powerful i have used them alot when I worked for a decking company & in that line of work this tool is a must! #WorkshopAddict
we call them spit guns in the UK
The blast from those things, especially up against a back wall or corner, can be very harsh. If that silencer is as affective as it appeared on video then that would be a great improvement.
Love my Ramsey Master