AEROPRO CN45RC Nailer
- Nailer
- Corded electric
- Aluminum
- No
- Better rated than 59%
An air powered nailer with an aluminum body at 7.34 pounds, built to run off a compressor rather than a battery pack.
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How it ranks among the 177 nailers we track
4.6★ across 167 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
167 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 177 nailers we track - how the scorecard works · full nailers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The AeroPro CN45RC is an air powered nailer with an aluminum housing, weighing 7.34 pounds and running without a battery, listed under Tools and Nailers.
The aluminum housing keeps weight down relative to a steel-bodied equivalent, even as the tool tips the scale near 7.3 pounds. Running off compressed air rather than a battery means output depends on a connected compressor rather than a charge level, which matters for anyone weighing air power against cordless options.
- Air powered, no battery required
- Aluminum construction
- Weighs 7.34 pounds
- 4.6 rating from 167 reviews
Who it's for
Buyers with a shop compressor who prefer air power over batteries for a nailer fit this listing. Anyone needing a cordless nailer for sites without compressor access should look elsewhere.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Aluminum housing keeps weight down
- No battery to charge or swap
- Runs on standard shop air
- Requires a separate air compressor
- Heavier at 7.34 pounds for overhead use
- Nail size and magazine capacity not listed
Performance notes
Running on compressed air rather than a battery, output ties to the connected compressor's pressure and volume rather than a charge cycle, so there is no runtime to manage between refills of a battery pack. The aluminum housing keeps the 7.34 pound weight lower than an equivalent steel-bodied nailer would carry, which matters over a long day of overhead or repetitive use.
Specifications
| Brand | AeroPro |
|---|---|
| Model | CN45RC |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Battery | No |
| Item Weight | 7.34 pounds |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in nailers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| AEROPRO CN45RC NailerThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 167 | 4.0 / 5 |
| DEWALT DWFP12231 NailerDeWalt | 4.7 / 5 | 5,003 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Metabo NT50AE2 NailerMetabo | 4.6 / 5 | 3,587 | 4.4 / 5 |
| BOSTITCH BTFP12233 NailerBOSTITCH | 4.8 / 5 | 2,616 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Bielmeier BCSG-4 NailerBielmeier | 4.3 / 5 | 3,991 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the AeroPro CN45RC
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the AeroPro CN45RC need a battery?
No, it is listed as air powered with no battery required.
What is the AeroPro CN45RC's housing made from?
Aluminum, per the published specs.
How much does the AeroPro CN45RC weigh?
7.34 pounds.