Efficiency on the Roof: The Advantages of Coil Roofing Nails
Published on:
2024-07-29
The strength and corrosion resistance of coil roofing nails, especially the high efficiency when used with a nail gun, not only ensure that roofing materials are securely fastened to the roof for long-term use, but also reduce labour time and increase efficiency, providing a highly effective and safe solution. SUNSHINE Group has over twenty years experience and offers a range of high quality construction nails and solutions in a variety of sizes. If you are not sure what to choose, please contact us.
I. Introduction to roofing efficiency
II. Understanding coil roofing nails
III. Advantages of coil roofing nails
IV. What size coil nails for roofing?
V. How many nails are in a coil?
I. Introduction to roofing efficiency
Are you worried about not knowing how to secure roofing materials? It's important to understand that building or repairing a roof efficiently is not an easy task. Not only do you need to ensure safety, but you also want to increase the speed of roof construction. SUNSHINE Group will provide you with a safe, efficient and long lasting roofing solution.
Do you want to ensure that your roofing materials are secure and that your roof will last a long time, while at the same time increasing the speed of roof construction? You can achieve this simply by using the right high quality coil roofing nails!
II. Understanding coil roofing nails
Coil roofing nails specification
| Coil roofing nails Brand | SUNSHINE Nail |
|---|---|
| Product name | coil roofing nails/collated roofing nails/roofing coil nails |
| Raw Material | high quality low carbon steel wire(Q195/Q235) |
| Surface treatment | hot-dipped galvanized/electro-galvanized |
| Head | flat |
| Point | sharp diamond point |
| Shank type | smooth shank,ring shank |
| Coil angle | 0 degree,14 degree,15 degree,16 degree |
The Coil roofing nails, unlike other types of roofing nails such as umbrella head roofing nails, clout roofing nails and IBR roofing nails, are distinguished by the "coil" design, which also provides coil roofing nails with unique advantages.
III. Advantages of coil roofing nails
High speed application: The continuous feed of coil roofing nails allows for rapid application, significantly speeding up the roofing process.
Consistent performance: Coil roofing nails are uniformly manufactured to ensure consistent size, shape and quality, contributing to a more reliable and professional finish.
Cost Effectiveness: Because the metal roofing nails come in coils, there is less need for frequent reloading, allowing workers to maintain a steady pace without interruptions.The efficiency of using coil roofing nails can lead to cost savings in labour time, making them an economical choice for large projects.
Corrosion resistance: Often coated with zinc or other protective coatings, coil roofing nails resist rust and corrosion, ensuring long-term durability.
Improved safety: Using wire collated coil roofing nails with a nail gun reduces the risk of injury associated with hand hammering and can also reduce the risk of roof material being tipped over due to the consistent performance.

IV. What size coil nails for roofing?
When selecting coil nails for roofing, it's essential to consider factors such as the type of roofing material, the thickness of the shingles,.
Here is the size chart about galvanized iron coil roofing nails.
| The wire diameter is usually 0.12 inch or 3.05mm. | ||||
|
Length |
Finish |
Pcs/Coil |
Coil/carton |
Carton/Pallet |
|
3/4" |
E.G |
120 |
60 |
48 |
|
1" |
E.G |
120 |
60 |
48 |
|
1-1/4" |
E.G |
120 |
60 |
48 |
|
1-1/2" |
E.G |
120 |
60 |
48 |
|
1-3/4" |
E.G |
12 |
60 |
48 |
The 11 gauge or 12 guage(wire diameter) coil roofing nails can provide strong holding power for your roof projects.And the coil roofing nails length depends on the roof materials.
What size nails should I use for roofing?
Asphalt Shingles: Typically require 1-1/4 inch to 1-1/2 inch coil roofing nails.
Wood Shingles: May require longer coil roofing nails, such as 1-3/4 inch or 2 inch, depending on the thickness of the shingles.
Tile: Often require longer and stronger coil roofing nails, such as 2 inch coil metal roofing nails, to ensure proper attachment.
Can roofing nails be too long?
The size of the coil roofing nails should be chosen according to the thickness of your roofing material. If you indiscriminately choose longer coil roofing nails and allow the coil roofing nail point to protrude too far, this could lead to risks such as water leakage or injury.
V. How many nails are in a coil?
The coil roofing nails can be 9000pcs/carton,the quantity of coil roofing nails can be customized based on customer requirements.
packing1 : bulk packing, 25kg/ctn
packing2 : small packing: 1kg/small box, 25boxes/ctn
packing3 : small packing:1kg/plastic bag, 25bags/ctn
packing4 : at customers' special request on weight
packing5 : with or without pallet