Apex 04828N Half Round File Second Cut 6 Inch

Product Description

The APEX 04828N is a half round file with a second-cut tooth pattern, designed for material removal and surface finishing on metal, wood, and composite workpieces. The file measures 6 inches in length with a half round edge profile, offering a flat face and a curved face in a single tool. At 0.15 inches thick and 0.59 inches wide, it fits into curved recesses and flat surfaces alike. Constructed from steel with hard-stamped markings, this file is built for repeated use in shop and field environments. Plumbers, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, and general tradespeople use it for deburring, fitting, and shaping tasks during installation and repair work.

The 04828N suits applications where both flat and contoured filing surfaces are needed in a compact 6-inch form factor. The second-cut tooth pattern removes material at a moderate rate while leaving a relatively smooth finish, making it appropriate for fitting pipe ends, deburring cut tubing, shaping gasket seats, or refining rough edges on sheet metal and conduit. It is sold individually and works alongside standard file handles available separately.

Key Features

• Half round profile provides both a flat face and a curved face for versatile filing angles
• Second-cut tooth pattern balances material removal rate with surface finish quality
• 6-inch file length suits close-quarters work and bench use
• Steel construction for durability across repeated filing tasks
• Hard-stamped markings ensure cut grade remains identifiable in the field
• Compact 0.15-inch thickness fits narrow slots and curved recesses

Compatibility

Designed as a standard half round second-cut file suitable for use on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, wood, and similar materials typical of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trade work.

Installation Notes

Files are hand tools requiring no power source; secure the workpiece in a vise or clamp before filing to maintain control and avoid injury. A separate file handle is strongly recommended to protect the hand from the tang. Apply forward stroke pressure only and lift on the return stroke to preserve tooth sharpness. Keep the file clean of debris using a file card or brush to maintain cutting efficiency.

Technical Specifications

• File Cut: Second
• Edge Type: Half Round
• File Length: 6 inches
• File Thickness: 0.15 inches
• File Width: 0.59 inches
• Material: Steel
• Marking Style: Hard Stamped
• Weight: 0.1 pounds
• UOM: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 04828N