Technical Data - DeWalt PATMI P1000 Manuel D'instructions

Model P1000
Introduction
thank you for purchasing the d
powder actuated tool. this tool will provide you with excellent
performance provided the steps for proper operation and
maintenance are followed. Powder actuated fastening sys-
tems can provide a cost effective method of attaching fixtures
for light duty, static load conditions. the systems provided by
d walt consist of specially designed fasteners, installation
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tools, and powder loads which are designed to function in
combination to provide optimum performance. while powder
actuated tools can provide one of the fastest and economical
means of fastening, they can also be dangerous if they are
not operated properly.
Prior to operating the P1000 tool, you must be properly
trained in the operation and maintenance of this tool and be
issued a d walt qualified operator card. when using the
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tool, you must have this card in your possession. as part
of the training process, you should read and understand
the contents of this instruction manual especially the safety
precautions.
Powder actuated tools may be operated only by properly
trained operators as described in ansi standard a 10.3,
safety requirements for Powder actuated fastening systems.
for complete tool operation details, contact your local
d walt branch office or distributor for training.
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remember, safety begins with you! it is your primary
responsibility when operating this tool. failure to follow the
proper operating, maintenance, and safety procedures can
result in serious injury or death to yourself or bystanders. in
addition to the training provided, you should be familiar with
any local, state, and federal regulations. if you have any ques-
tions which are not covered in this manual, please contact
your local d walt branch office or distributor.
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Size Range
1/2" to 3" pin lengths, .22 caliber
Tool DeScRipTion
hammer actuated, professional grade powder actuated
tool. engineered for high reliability, low maintenance and
speed. this tool uses four levels of power; gray through
yellow loads (levels 1-4) and .300, 8mm head fasteners with
lengths of 1/2" through 3" and 1/4"-20 threaded studs.

Technical DaTa

Tool BoDy pin lengTh
Precision molded 1/2" to 3"
rubber washered
Tool WeighT poWeR level
3 lbs. gray (1), brown (2)
green (3), yellow (4)
P1000
walt P1000 low velocity
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Tool lengTh loaD Type
13" .22
caliber
pin Type
ballistic Point drive Pin,
.300 head drive Pin,
1/4"-20 threaded stud
FaSTeneR FuncTioning
Prior to learning the safe operating procedures for this
tool, it is important to understand how a powder actuated
fastener works. a powder actuated fastener is considered
to be a direct drive or forced entry type of fastener because
it is driven directly into the base material. the driving action
causes tremendous forces to be applied to the fastener.
Powers powder actuated fasteners are specially designed
and manufactured using an austempering process to
withstand the forces imposed during the driving operation.
only fasteners manufactured or supplied by d
fasteners should be used in this tool.
FuncTioning in concReTe
the performance of a powder actuated fastener when
installed into concrete or masonry base
materials is based on the following
factors:
1. strength of the base material
2. hardness and concentration of the
aggregate
3. shank diameter of the fastener
4. depth of embedment into the base material
5. fastener spacing and edge distance
in addition to these factors, installation tool accessories
such as a stop spall which reduces the tendency of the
concrete surface to spall during the driving action can
increase the performance of the fastener.
when a powder actuated fastener is driven into concrete,
it displaces the volume of concrete around the embedded
area of the fastener shank. as this occurs, the concrete
directly surrounding the fastener is compressed and in turn
presses back against the shank of the fastener. additionally,
the driving action generates heat which causes particles
within the concrete to fuse to the shank of the fastener. this
combination of compression and fusion holds the fastener
in the concrete base material. a similar action occurs when
fastening into block masonry.
generally, the performance of the fastener in a given
concrete strength will increase with greater embedment
depths in a certain range. depending on the fastener style
and base material strength, embedment depths range from
5/8" to 1-1/2". for depths greater than this range, there is
the possibility of the fastener bending or fishhooking which
may decrease expected load capacities and create a safety
hazard.
during the driving action, some localized surface spalling
of the concrete may occur. normally, this is a surface effect
which does not effect the performance
of the fastener. how-ever, it may pose
an aesthetic problem for exposed
applications where a fixture is not used.
in cases such as this, two methods can
be used to improve the appearance of
the fastening.
1. another method used is to drive the
fastener through a steel washer to
improve the appearance
of the application.
2. a stop spall adapter mounted on the
powder actuated tool can help to
reduce surface spalling.
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Cat. No. ddF211000P
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Washer
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Stop
Spall
Washer