Nicholson 03698NN Flat File 10 Inches Second Cut Double Cut

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 03698NN is a 10-inch American-pattern flat file designed for material removal and surface finishing on metal workpieces. It features a double cut pattern at a second cut coarseness grade, which produces moderate stock removal with a reasonably smooth finish in a single pass. The file measures 31/32 inches wide and 11/64 inches thick, with a tang end for use with a compatible file handle. It is a rigid, non-flexible tool suited to bench filing, deburring, and general machining support tasks performed by machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators.

This flat file is appropriate for use on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and similar hard materials in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and fabrication environments. The 10-inch cutting length accommodates a wide range of workpiece sizes. The second cut double cut configuration is a standard choice for fitting, deburring finished parts, and removing tool marks where a rough bastard cut would leave too coarse a surface. The tang end requires a separate handle, which is a standard practice for bench filing work.

Key Features

• 10-inch cutting length for versatile bench filing applications
• Double cut pattern for efficient stock removal on metal surfaces
• Second cut coarseness grade balances material removal with surface finish quality
• Flat profile at 31/32 inches wide and 11/64 inches thick suits flat and convex surface work
• Tang end for use with a standard file handle
• Rigid construction with no flex for consistent contact across the workpiece

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style American-pattern flat file for general metalworking, machining support, and maintenance filing tasks on metal materials.

Installation Notes

A licensed machinist or maintenance technician should install a properly sized file handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury. Secure the workpiece in a vise before filing to maintain control and consistent stroke direction. Inspect the file for cracks or missing teeth before each use and retire any damaged file from service. Files should not be used on materials harder than the file itself, as this damages the cutting teeth.