Models

DW325PL

Background

The DEWALT DW325PL is a pneumatic 12.5 inch plastic collated air framing nailer released in 2016, designed for anyone from seasoned users at home to professionals on jobsites. It is most commonly used for framing, sheathing, and decking applications.

Its compact build allows the tool to fit nails from 2-3.25 inches in length into spaces that are difficult to reach, particularly under 13 inches. It features a 21° magazine that is capable of holding up to 64 nails, a nail retention magnet, tool-free depth of drive adjustment, a fixed exhaust with an internal air filter, a slip-on handle, and aluminum housing.

There are no reported recalls for this product. This line was later replaced by DEWALT and often superseded in catalogs. However, it can still be found in tool rental inventories.

Sources

User Manual

CPO Power Tools

Nail Gun Depot

R.S. Dale Co. Inc. Construction Supplies

Tiemann Industrial Supply Inc.

Home Depot Air Framing Nailer Rental

Identification

The DEWALT Framing Nailer DW325PL (2016) can most easily be identified by its label located on the bottom of the magazine. The tool is primarily colored yellow with a silver exhaust, black handle, and black magazine. The DEWALT logo is displayed on the side of the framing nailer. As a pneumatic tool, there is an absence of power cords and battery slots.

The DEWALT DW325PL is nearly identical to the DEWALT 325PT, where they differ in their rafter hooks, magazine angles, loading capacities, maximum shank diameters, fastener collations, and compatible nail types.

Sources

User Manual

Technical Specifications

Tool Specifications

  • Height: 12.5" (305 mm)
  • Width: 4.75" (121 mm)
  • Length: 17.5" (444 mm)
  • Weight: 7.6 lb (3.45 kg)
  • Magazine Angle: 21°
  • Recommended Operating Pressure: 70-120 psig
  • Air Consumption Per 100 Cycles: 7.5 cfm at 80 psi
  • Loading Capacity: Up to 64 Nails

Nail Specifications

  • Nail Lengths: 2"-3.25" (50-83 mm)
  • Shank Diameters: 0.113"-0.148" (2.8-3.7 mm)
  • Fastener Collation: 21° Plastic Collated
  • Nail Type: 21° Round Head

Components

  • Trigger
  • Exhaust
  • Rafter Hook
  • Contact Trip
  • Pusher
  • Magazine

Sources

User Manual

Additional Information

User Manual

Manufacturer Page

Parts & Accessories

Troubleshooting/Repair Guidelines

Manufacturer Video: How to Clear Faults on DEWALT Cordless Framing Nailers (DCN920/DCN930, similar to DW325PL)

Manufacturer Video: How to Service a Cordless Framing Nailer - Return Spring Replacement

User Video: Cordless Nailer Troubleshooting & Easy Repairs

User Video: How to Fix a DEWALT Framing Nailer: Quick & Easy!

User Video: How to Unjam a DEWALT Framing Nail Gun

User Video: How to Unjam DEWALT's Finish Nailer (similar to DW325PL)

User Video: Fixing a Framing Nailer With a Rebuild Kit