The electric multi-tacker loads a variety of staples and brads from heavy duty, narrow, cable, 18 ga brads and 18 ga headless brads. Due to the variety of staples and brads that the electric multi-tacker is compatible with, there are a variety of applications for this tool such as installing carpet, installing sheets of installation and attaching lightweight trim using the brads, to name a few. This tacker is bottom loading and makes loading user friendly. DeWALT® Electric Multi-Tacker, Heavy Duty, Bare Tool Tool/Kit, Bottom Load Loading, Plastic Housing, 8.19 in L