Apex 05125N Half Round File Second Cut 12 Inch

Product Description

The APEX 05125N is a half round file with a second-cut tooth pattern, designed for material removal and surface finishing on metal, wood, and plastic. The half round profile gives the technician two working surfaces in one tool: a flat face for broad stock removal and a curved face for filing concave surfaces, channels, and rounded recesses. At 12 inches of file length and 15 inches overall, this is a full-size hand file suited for bench work, fabrication, and field fitting tasks across HVAC, plumbing, and general mechanical trades. The file body measures 1.12 inches wide and 0.315 inches thick. Markings are hard stamped for permanent identification. No handle is included.

This file is used in fabrication and service applications where controlled material removal is needed. The second-cut tooth pattern sits between bastard and smooth grades, making it appropriate for initial shaping followed by finish work, or as a single tool where moderate stock removal and a reasonably smooth finish are both required. It is sold as a single unit without a handle, which allows the installer to fit a preferred handle or use it with an existing handle already on the bench.

Key Features

• Half round profile provides a flat face and a curved face for versatile filing in one tool
• Second-cut tooth pattern balances stock removal speed with surface finish quality
• 12-inch file length suits full-size bench and field fitting tasks
• Hard stamped markings provide permanent, durable identification
• Steel construction for durability across metal, wood, and plastic applications
• Sold without handle, compatible with standard file handle fittings

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose hand file for trade and fabrication use where a 12-inch second-cut half round profile is required.

Installation Notes

Hand files are used by technicians and fabricators without power tools; no electrical shutoff is required for file use alone. Always secure the workpiece in a vise before filing to maintain control and prevent injury. Wear appropriate eye protection when filing metal to guard against chips and filings. A handle should be fitted to the tang before extended use to reduce fatigue and improve control.

Technical Specifications

• File Cut: Second
• File Length: 12 inches
• Overall Length: 15 inches
• File Width: 1.12 inches
• File Thickness: 0.315 inches
• Material: Steel
• Marking Style: Hard Stamped
• Handled: No
• Weight: 0.9 pounds
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 05125N