Composite Stapler

MakerFX has a composite stapler to secure material in a safer manner. Composite staples reduce the risk for damage to bits, projects, and more importantly humans. It does not completely remove all risk.

The composite stapler is located in the cabinet to the left of the miter saw station.
It is stored in its original box, please keep the box in good condition until we replace it.
The composite staples are also stored in the same box. The stapler and the staples are used together. Do not mix and match items, it is a matched pair designed to work together.
The staples are loaded from the rear of the stapler. Pull the slide on the side of the stapler back until it locks into place. Then load the staples through the slot in the rear and release the slide.
Once a week, a few drops of pneumatic oil needs to be dripped into the [fitting on the rear of the stapler. Check the sheet to see the last time it was done, if it was more than seven days ago please drip in two drops and update the log.]
Connect the stapler to the air system. There is an outlet and pressure control on the wall next to the CNC machine. Remember you have loaded and powered something that shoots projectiles at high speed. Consider it loaded and dangerous at all times.
Typlically 70PSI (pounds per square inch) will be the proper amount to seat the staple correctly. Do not adjust the pressure until after you have made a test staple. 70PSI seems to work well with multiple materials including hardwoods. You adjust the level with the black knob on the top of the gauge.