Stanley 22-170 Single Cut Mill Bastard File 6 Inches

Product Description

The STANLEY 22-170 is a 6-inch single cut mill bastard file used for smooth, controlled material removal on metal surfaces. Single cut files feature one row of parallel teeth set at an angle across the face, which produces a smoother finish compared to double cut files. The bastard cut designation indicates a medium tooth coarseness, making it suitable for general-purpose filing work before moving to a finer finish. This file is a standard hand tool used by HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, and pipefitters to deburr metal edges, clean pipe threads, fit components, and dress surfaces during installation and service work.

The 22-170 is well suited for trade professionals who need a reliable, moderate-coarseness file for everyday fieldwork. Common applications include deburring cut conduit, cleaning corrosion from electrical contacts, dressing valve seats, smoothing rough-cut pipe ends, and fitting metal components during fabrication or repair. Its 6-inch length makes it practical for confined spaces encountered in mechanical and electrical service work.

Key Features

• Single cut tooth pattern for smooth, controlled metal removal
• Bastard cut coarseness — medium grit suitable for general-purpose use
• 6-inch length for maneuverability in tight work areas
• Mill file profile for flat surface and edge filing
• Lightweight at 0.14 pounds for extended hand use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose hand file compatible with standard file handles accepting 6-inch tang files; suitable for use on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and similar materials common in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trade work.

Installation Notes

Always fit the file tang into a handle rated for the file size before use to prevent hand injury. Keep the work surface secured in a vise or clamp when filing to maintain consistent stroke control. Apply forward stroke pressure only, lifting the file on the return stroke to extend tooth life. Wear appropriate eye protection when filing metal to guard against debris.

Technical Specifications

• Length: 6 inches
• Cut Type: Single Cut
• Cut Coarseness: Bastard
• Profile: Mill
• Weight: 0.14 pounds
• UPC: 76471221701

Standard Information

• Brand: STANLEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 22-170