This staple gun is pneumatic with an approximate 1-inch nose and will need an air compressor with regulated air pressure between 60-95 lbs. to operate. It carries a 90-day warranty on parts and labor from date of purchase excluding one-way return freight charges and is made in China. This staple gun uses the #7 Series staple which includes STBE7104, STBE7106, STBE7110, STBE7112, STBE7114, STR7106S, STR7110S, and STR7112S.