On 2008-12-24, BobK207 wrote:

You could also use a Senco 16 gage 7/16" crown stapler w/ 2"
staples. And staple the crap out of the plywood gussets. Based on
some strength & stiffness tests I did .......... I figured two
staples have "about" the same capacity as one 10d nail.

Hi Bob,

I've always wondered about staples, does their shear strength differ
in the two direction, parallel to the crown and perpendicular to the
crown?

Thanks, Wayne