Nicholson 06117N Flat File 12 Inches Second Cut

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 06117N is a 12-inch American-pattern flat file designed for material removal, deburring, and surface finishing on metal workpieces. It features a double cut tooth pattern, which uses two intersecting rows of teeth to remove material faster and leave a moderately smooth finish. The second cut coarseness rating places it between bastard and smooth cut, making it a versatile choice for general-purpose filing tasks in shop, field, and maintenance environments. The file measures 1-5/32 inches wide and 9/32 inches thick, with a tang end for use with a standard file handle. Licensed tradespeople and skilled maintenance technicians are the primary users.

This file is suited for metalworking applications including deburring pipe ends, dressing weld joints, shaping steel and iron components, and fitting parts in mechanical assemblies. It performs well in HVAC, plumbing, and general industrial maintenance where flat surfaces need to be trued, burrs need to be removed from cut pipe or sheet metal, or mating surfaces need light material removal. The 12-inch length provides good leverage and stroke length for bench work and in-field service tasks.

Key Features

• Double cut tooth pattern removes material efficiently while leaving a moderately smooth surface finish
• Second cut coarseness rated for general-purpose stock removal and surface cleanup
• 12-inch length provides extended stroke and leverage for bench and field use
• Flat profile with 1-5/32 inch width accommodates flat and slightly curved work surfaces
• Tang end compatible with standard aftermarket and OEM file handles
• Rigid construction — not flexible — for controlled, consistent filing pressure

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard file handles accepting a tang-end file. Compatible with any handle sized for a 12-inch American-pattern flat file.

Installation Notes

Always seat the tang fully into a properly sized file handle before use — an unhandled file poses a puncture hazard. Secure the workpiece in a vise or with appropriate clamps before filing to maintain control and protect the file teeth. File in one direction with moderate, consistent pressure; lifting on the return stroke extends tooth life. Inspect the file periodically for clogging and use a file card or wire brush to clear embedded material.