Can you adjust a T-50 Stapler?

[kaaliz]

I bought a T-50 stapler on eBay recently. Then I bought a box of 10mm staples for it. Though the stapler appears to be working fine, it won't discharge the staples - it looks like the hammer isn't going back far enough to get behind the staple. Is there any way to adjust this, or do I just need smaller staples?

If these staplers are only built to use one size of staple, how do I know which size mine takes?

[The Builder]

I would guess that it's faulty, kaaliz. There's no adjustment that I can think of. I'm more familiar with "Arrow" and "Stanley" staplers. They take T50 or T140 staples, in sizes 6mm to 14mm. One stapler handles all sizes usually.

[HowardKennitby]

Not familiar with the model you have but I agree with Builder. I have never seen an adjustable(in that area) stapler.

[guernseyman]

On the side of my stapler it states the recommended staples. If they're too large or too small they won't be able to be fired through.

[kaaliz]

Thanks, guys. It looks like I need another stapler. It's weird that when it's empty it seems to click and fire like everything's fine. Thanks, anyway.

[HowardKennitby]

Who is the manufacturer?

[guernseyman]

Try different sized staples, or WD40

[kaaliz]

HowardKennitby - it says on the side Made in USA by Arrow Fastener Co. Inc. Saddle Brook, NJ. Model T-50.
guernseyman - already tried WD-40 but it clicks and springs OK - it doesn't seem like anything's jamming or sticking, that's why I'm so confused. I could try smaller staples but The Builder says these guns should be able to use all sizes.

[HowardKennitby]

There seems to be a variety of T50 models. Is your's here?

http://www.arrowfaste...m/catalog/staple-guns

[kaaliz]

It's this one.

http://www.arrowfaste...heavy-duty-tacker-gun

Doesn't say anything here about it not taking all sizes. Maybe I'll email them and ask their advice. Thanks for pointing me to the site - I should've thought of that! :-)

[ABerrant]

The manual lists the range of suitable T50 staples: 6mm to 14mm