Bahco 1-170-06-1-2 3-square File 6in Bastard Cut 33 Tpi

Product Description

The BAHCO 1-170-06-1-2 is a 6-inch 3-square (triangular) hand file with a bastard cut and 33 teeth per inch (TPI), designed for material removal on flat, angled, and inside-corner surfaces. The Ergo handle provides a secure grip during extended use, reducing hand fatigue on repetitive filing tasks. At 0.24 pounds, this file is lightweight and balanced for controlled single-hand operation. It is suited for tradespeople and technicians who need a reliable triangular file for deburring, sharpening, or shaping metal components in the field or shop.

The BAHCO 1-170-06-1-2 is used across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general mechanical trades wherever a triangular file profile is needed. Common applications include deburring pipe ends, cleaning threads, sharpening saw blades, filing notches in conduit or sheet metal, and fitting metal parts. The bastard cut provides a medium-aggressive cutting rate that works efficiently on mild steel, copper, brass, and similar metals without removing excess material.

Key Features

• 3-square (triangular) profile for accessing inside angles and corners
• Bastard cut at 33 TPI delivers medium-aggressive material removal
• 6-inch file length suitable for hand-held precision work
• Ergo handle design reduces grip fatigue during extended use
• Lightweight at 0.24 pounds for easy single-hand control

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose triangular hand file compatible with standard file handle accessories and suitable for use on mild steel, copper, brass, and similar non-hardened metals.

Installation Notes

Hand files are used by HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, and pipefitters as part of standard material preparation and finishing work. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise before filing to maintain control and file accuracy. Always file with forward strokes and lift on the return stroke to preserve tooth life. Inspect the file for cracks or loose handle fit before each use.

Technical Specifications

• File Profile: 3-Square (Triangular)
• Cut Type: Bastard Cut
• Teeth Per Inch (TPI): 33
• File Length: 6 inches
• Weight: 0.24 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 662459332264

Standard Information

• Brand: BAHCO
• Manufacturer Part Number: 1-170-06-1-2