Get heavy-duty fastening strength for demanding jobs with Bostitch 16S2-38 — a robust construction staple engineered for deep-penetration stapling tasks including sheathing, roofing, underlayment, crate or pallet assembly, and other structural or packaging work.
Key Features & Specifications
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Crown Width: 1" — provides a broad staple spread for stable hold across larger surfaces
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Leg Length: 1-1/2" — long leg gives deep penetration for thicker materials like multi-layer sheathing, underlayment, roof decking, pallets/crates, or heavy-duty corrugated containers
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Wire Gauge: 16-ga heavy wire — strong enough for demanding fastening jobs and resistant to bending or failure under stress
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Point Style: Chisel point — sharp tip ensures cleaner entry and reduces splitting or material damage
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Finish: Coated / galvanized — enhances corrosion resistance and ensures sturdiness for indoor or outdoor use
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Quantity: 10,080 staples per pack — generous bulk supply for contractors, job sites, or high-volume stapling tasks
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Compatible Tools: Ideal for S2-series staplers (e.g., Bostitch 438S2, 438S2R, 450S2, T40S2), pallet/crate staplers, or heavy-duty stapling tools
Why This Staple Matters
The 16S2-38 staple is built for maximum hold strength and deep material penetration — essential when fastening thick wood, decking, sheathing, roof underlayment, pallets, crates, or corrugated containers. The 1-inch crown helps distribute load evenly to reduce tear-through, while the 1-1/2" leg ensures staples embed properly for secure fastening. Whether you are working on construction framing, pallet/crate manufacturing, roofing, or packaging heavy items, these staples deliver reliable, durable performance.
Common Applications
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Roof decking, sheathing, subfloor installation, and underlayment attachment
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House wrap, vapor barrier, insulation board, or panel installation
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Pallet, crate, or corrugated container assembly and heavy-duty packaging
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Industrial packaging, warehouse operations, and heavy-duty stapling jobs
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General construction, manufacturing, and structural fastening tasks requiring strong staples
Best For
Contractors, builders, roofers, carpenters, pallet and crate manufacturers, warehouses, packaging departments — basically anyone needing a bulk supply of heavy-duty staples for deep-material stapling or structural fastening jobs.
