Nicholson 37612 Swiss-pattern Equalling Needle File

Product Description

The NICHOLSON 37612 is a Swiss-pattern equalling needle file designed for precision filing and deburring in metalworking, toolmaking, and finishing applications. With a rectangular cross-section and a Cut 0 coarseness rating, this file removes material efficiently while still leaving a relatively smooth surface finish. The overall length is 5.5 inches with a 2.5-inch length of cut, making it well suited for work in confined areas and on small components. The tang end accepts a standard file handle, sold separately. Licensed trades and skilled machinists rely on this style of file for fitting, drawfiling, and fine stock removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

This Swiss-pattern equalling file is used across toolrooms, maintenance shops, and fabrication environments where controlled, accurate filing is required. The rectangular profile with uniform width and thickness allows it to work flat surfaces and square inside corners without undercutting adjacent faces. At the needle-file precision level, the 37612 is especially useful for mold and die work, instrument repair, and any application requiring careful hand filing in tight spaces or on small parts. It is a single-piece, tang-style file sold individually.

Key Features

• Swiss-pattern Cut 0 coarseness for efficient material removal with a relatively smooth finish
• Equalling (rectangular) profile allows filing of flat surfaces and square inside corners simultaneously
• Needle-file precision level suited for detail and close-tolerance work
• 5.5-inch overall length with 2.5-inch cutting length for access in confined areas
• Tang end compatible with standard aftermarket file handles
• Compact cross-section at 0.19 inches wide and 0.04 inches thick for work on small features

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand file for general metalworking use; compatible with standard tang-style file handles sized for needle files.

Installation Notes

Hand files are installed and used by machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians without power tools. Always fit a proper handle to the tang before use to prevent hand injury. Secure the workpiece in a vise or fixture before filing. Inspect the file for cracks or damage before each use and replace if teeth are worn smooth or the body is chipped.