Apex 37256 Flat Needle File Cut 2 4 Inch Steel

Product Description

The APEX 37256 is a flat needle file designed for precision material removal in tight spaces and detailed finishing work. Built from hardened steel with a Cut 2 (second cut) tooth pattern, it delivers a balance between stock removal and surface finish that suits deburring, fitting, and fine shaping tasks. The file measures 4 inches in working length with an overall length of 3.94 inches, a width of 0.12 inches, and a thickness of 0.04 inches. Part identification is hard stamped directly onto the tool for lasting readability. Electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and general tradespeople reach for needle files when working in confined areas where standard files will not fit.

This flat needle file is suited for use on steel, aluminum, brass, and other metals encountered in trade service work. Common applications include cleaning up burrs on conduit ends, fitting metal brackets, smoothing notches in pipe hangers, and refining slot openings in sheet metal. Its slim flat profile allows access to narrow grooves, channels, and edges that larger files cannot reach. The Cut 2 tooth pattern makes it appropriate for intermediate finishing where a smoother surface is needed without sacrificing too much cutting speed.

Key Features

• Cut 2 tooth pattern provides intermediate cut between bastard and smooth for controlled stock removal
• Flat profile at 0.12 inches wide and 0.04 inches thick accesses narrow slots and recessed edges
• 4-inch working length in a compact needle file format sized for detailed hand work
• Steel construction with cut edges on working faces
• Hard stamped markings for permanent part identification that will not rub off in service
• Sold individually, minimum order quantity of one

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat needle file suitable for use on ferrous and non-ferrous metals in trade and shop applications where a Cut 2 flat profile is required.

Installation Notes

Needle files are hand tools and do not require power or electrical isolation for use. Always wear eye protection when filing metal to guard against small chips and debris. File in one direction with consistent strokes to maintain control and extend file life. Keep the file clean and dry to prevent corrosion of the steel teeth between uses.

Technical Specifications

• File Shape: Flat
• File Cut: 2 (Second Cut)
• Edge Type: Cut Edges
• Working Length: 4 inches
• Overall Length: 3.94 inches
• Overall Width: 0.12 inches
• Overall Height (Thickness): 0.04 inches
• Material: Steel
• Marking Style: Hard Stamped
• Weight: 0.01 pounds
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 37256