Nailer - Powder Charge type (Hilti)

Hilti DX 460 Powder‑Actuated Fastening Tool Specifications

General:
- Type: Low‑velocity powder‑actuated fastening tool (PAT)
- Model: DX 460
- Manufacturer: Hilti
- Application: Professional fastening of nails, studs, and composite fasteners into concrete, steel, and block masonry (use with matching cartridge/faster systems)

Operating System:
- Firing Principle: Piston (expanding gas from propellant drives piston, then fastener) — controlled low‑velocity to reduce dangerous through‑shots
- Magazine Type: Optional collated nail magazine (e.g., MX magazine) for faster repeated use 
- Safety Features:  
  • Contact pressure safety (must be pressed against surface)  
  • Trigger safety (cannot fire unless contact pressure is met)  
  • Drop‑fire safety prevention mechanism

Fastener & Cartridge:
- Cartridge Caliber: 6.8/11 (caliber .27 short) propellant strips 
- Power Regulation: 4 power levels (cartridge power wheel with locking function)
- Maximum Fastener Length (recommended): ~72 mm (2‑7/8″) 
- Fastener Options: Concrete nails, steel pins, threaded studs, insulation fasteners (application specific)

Performance:
- Typical Maximum Fastening Rate: ~700 fastenings per hour (manual rhythm) 
- Base Materials: Concrete, steel, sand‑lime block masonry (as tested with correct cartridges/fasteners)

Weight & Size:
- Tool Weight (without magazine): ~3.25 kg (7.16 lb) 
- Tool Weight (with magazine): ~3.51 kg (7.78 lb) 
- Length (tool only): ~458 mm (18.03″) 
- Length (with magazine): ~475 mm (18.7″

Construction:
- Housing: Durable metal body built for heavy trade use
- Piston Return: Automatic via cartridge gas pressure for rapid successive shots

Use & Safety:
- Direction: Only fires when tool pressed against work surface (contact pressure safety)
- Operator Protection: Eye and ear protection strongly recommended
- Safety note: Always use Hilti‑approved fasteners and cartridges designed for the tool’s caliber and application

Accessories & Options:
- Nail magazines (collated)
- Fastener guide attachments for insulation or washers
- Specialized nose pieces for narrow access points