The Rapid R28 is a durable all-metal manual stapler designed for light- to medium-duty stapling tasks. It’s ideal for jobs like insulation, house-wrap or tar-paper installation, corrugated material fastening, light carpentry, and general workshop or maintenance work where a pneumatic tool isn’t necessary.
Key Features
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All-metal body construction for long service life and reliable use under repeat stapling conditions
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Rear-loading magazine for easy staple reloading, reducing downtime during work
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Ergonomic handle design for comfortable use — suitable for overhead or tight-space applications
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Fully manual operation — no compressor, power supply or hose needed, offering portability and convenience
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Compatible with standard wire staples for light to moderate materials (e.g. corrugated board, insulation, house wrap, light wood, fabric-to-wood, etc.)
Specifications
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Power Source: Manual (hand-squeeze)
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Staple Compatibility: Standard light-wire staples
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Staple Leg Length: 3/8" - 7/16"
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Use Cases: Insulation, tar-paper/house wrap, corrugated board fastening, light upholstery, light wood or panel fastening, maintenance or repair tasks, general workshop use
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Construction: Full steel/metal housing and internal mechanism — built to handle repeated manual stapling
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Ideal For: Small- to mid-volume jobs, light- to medium-duty tasks, portable or on-site work, home-improvement or light-contract work
Why Choose the Rapid R28?
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Simple and dependable: Great choice when you need a manual stapler — just squeeze and fire, without compressors or setup.
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Flexible for light/medium tasks: Excellent for jobs like insulation, tar-paper, corrugated carton sealing, house-wrap, light packaging or maintenance, where pneumatic power is overkill.
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Portable & low maintenance: No hoses, no power cords — ideal for small jobs, portability, and quick fixes in tight or remote job sites.
Things to Know Before Buying
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As a manual tacker, the R28 is best suited for light to moderate stapling loads — it may not provide enough drive for very thick, dense, or heavy materials.
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Always confirm that the staples you plan to use match the tacker’s requirements (wire gauge, leg-length, crown width) to ensure proper hold and avoid misfires.
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For high-volume or heavy-duty work, a pneumatic or heavy-crown stapler may be more efficient and better suited.
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Manual stapling can cause hand fatigue with prolonged use — for repetitive or larger jobs consider tool rotation or periodic breaks.
