Grobet 31.544 Swiss Pattern Round Needle File Cut 2

Product Description

The GROBET 31.544 is a Swiss-pattern round needle file designed for precision filing in tight tolerances and detailed work. Cut 2 provides a medium-fine tooth pattern suited for controlled material removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and similar materials. The file measures 6.25 inches overall length with a 3-inch length of cut and a cross-section width of 0.23 inches. It terminates in a tang for use with a separately sourced handle. Machinists, tool and die workers, electricians, and HVAC technicians reach for needle files when fitting components, deburring ports, or cleaning threaded connections in confined spaces.

This file is suited for bench work and field service requiring fine detail filing. Typical applications include deburring copper fittings, cleaning electrical contact surfaces, dressing valve seats, and fitting small mechanical components. The round profile allows filing into circular bores, grooves, and curved recesses where flat or half-round files cannot reach. At 0.2 pounds, it is light enough for extended hand use without fatigue. No power tools or special equipment are required for operation.

Key Features

• Cut 2 Swiss-pattern tooth for medium-fine stock removal and controlled finishing
• Round file profile accesses circular bores, grooves, and curved recesses
• 3-inch length of cut provides adequate working surface for needle-file applications
• Tang design accepts standard file handles sold separately
• Needle-level precision classification for fine detail and close-tolerance work
• Lightweight at 0.2 pounds for comfortable extended hand use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use Swiss-pattern needle file compatible with standard tang-style file handles for bench and field service applications.

Installation Notes

A licensed machinist, tradesperson, or skilled technician should fit an appropriate handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury from the exposed tang point. Secure the workpiece in a vise or fixture before filing to maintain control and avoid injury. Always file with forward strokes and lift the file on the return stroke to preserve tooth life. Eye protection should be worn when filing to guard against metal particles.