Apex Tool Group Llc 21868NN 10 Inch Flat Bastard File

Product Description

The APEX TOOL GROUP LLC 21868NN is a 10 inch flat double cut bastard file designed for general-purpose metal shaping, deburring, and stock removal. Sold under the Nicholson file line, this tool features a double cut tooth pattern that removes material quickly and leaves a medium finish suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. At 1.2 pounds, it is a standard single-unit file packaged on a card for point-of-use storage. Machinists, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, and general tradespeople keep this file as a shop staple for dressing edges, fitting parts, and cleaning burrs from cut stock.

This flat bastard file is suited for both bench work and field use wherever medium-aggressive filing is needed. Common applications include dressing pipe ends, smoothing weld seads, fitting sheet metal flanges, and general deburring on structural steel or aluminum. The bastard cut grade sits between a second cut and a coarse cut, making it a practical all-around choice for light to moderate material removal on metal workpieces in residential and commercial trade environments.

Key Features

• 10 inch length provides leverage and surface coverage for standard bench filing tasks
• Double cut tooth pattern for faster material removal with a medium surface finish
• Bastard cut grade balances stock removal speed and finish quality
• Flat profile fits flat and convex surfaces as well as inside angles
• Carded packaging keeps the file protected and organized at the point of use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 10 inch flat bastard file suitable for general metal filing applications across trades including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical service work.

Installation Notes

Files are hand tools and require no power source or special installation. Always fit the file with a proper handle before use to protect the hand from the tang. File in controlled forward strokes with appropriate pressure and lift on the return stroke to preserve tooth life. Inspect the file regularly and use a file card to clear metal debris from the teeth.

Technical Specifications

• Length: 10 inches
• Cut Type: Double Cut
• Cut Grade: Bastard
• Profile: Flat
• Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Unit of Measure: EA
• Package Quantity: 3

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX TOOL GROUP LLC
• Manufacturer Part Number: 21868NN