On 8/30/2014 6:51 PM, Larry Blanchard wrote:
On Sat, 30 Aug 2014 17:06:52 -0500, Leon wrote:

Talking directly with the manufacturer I was assured 5mm shelf pins
would be plenty strong unless you were to set an anvil on the pin.

Yes, but the hole you put the pin in man not be as strong. With the
common 1/4" "cylinder with a flat on it" shelf pin, I've had a few pins
tear out the plywood when I used the shelf to help me up from a kneeling
position. Can't think I put more than a third of my weight on them.

Now I use the L-shaped ones. They spread the weight better and I haven't
had a problem yet. See:

http://www.woodcraft.com/product/200...helf-supports-
bracket-style-brass-14-25-pack.aspx

Note that I'm a hobbyist, not a professional, so my record of use is
relatively small. Someone who uses them every day in their job might
have more info.



Yes those are the only type of shelf pins I use, they basically lock in
place and can't fall out. I buy them in 100 packs.