Apex 03500NN Flat File 6 Inch Second Cut Steel

Product Description

The APEX 03500NN is a 6-inch flat file designed for material removal and surface finishing on metal workpieces. It features a double-cut pattern on the faces for aggressive stock removal and a single-cut pattern on the edges for controlled finishing work along shoulders and slots. The file is machined from steel and hard stamped for permanent marking. At 0.115 inches thick and 0.59 inches wide, it fits into narrow clearances where larger files cannot reach. This is a second-cut file, placing it between bastard and smooth cut in terms of aggressiveness. It is sold without a handle.

This file is suited for metal fabrication, pipefitting, plumbing rough-in, HVAC sheet metal work, and general mechanical service. Trades use second-cut flat files to deburr pipe ends, dress burrs from cut conduit, smooth valve seats on non-precision surfaces, and fit sheet metal flanges. The 6-inch length makes it practical for confined work areas and field toolboxes. It is sold individually as a single unit.

Key Features

• Double-cut faces for efficient stock removal on steel and other metals
• Single-cut edges allow finishing work in corners and along shoulders without damaging adjacent surfaces
• Second-cut grade balances material removal speed with surface finish quality
• 6-inch file length suited for tight spaces and portable toolkits
• Hard-stamped markings provide permanent, legible identification
• Steel construction for durability across repeated use on ferrous and non-ferrous materials

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 6-inch second-cut flat file for general metalworking, deburring, and surface dressing applications across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical trades.

Installation Notes

Files should always be fitted with a proper handle before use to prevent tang injuries. Work the file in controlled forward strokes, lifting on the return stroke to preserve cutting teeth. Keep the file free of metal filings using a file card or wire brush to maintain cutting efficiency. This tool requires no power source and no special certifications to use, but standard shop safety practices including eye protection apply.

Technical Specifications

• File Shape: Flat
• File Cut: Second Cut
• Face Cut Pattern: Double Cut
• Edge Cut Pattern: Single Cut
• File Length: 6 inches
• File Width: 0.59 inches
• File Thickness: 0.115 inches
• Material: Steel
• Handle Included: No
• Marking Style: Hard Stamped
• Weight: 0.1 pounds
• UOM: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 03500NN