Stanley 22-178 Single Cut Round Bastard File 10 in

Product Description

The STANLEY 22-178 is a single cut round bastard file designed for shaping, smoothing, and deburring metal, wood, and plastic surfaces. The round profile makes it well suited for enlarging holes, filing concave curves, and cleaning up pipe ends or fittings. A bastard cut tooth pattern provides an aggressive yet controlled material removal rate, sitting between a coarse and second-cut file in tooth fineness. At 10 inches in length, it gives the user adequate leverage and stroke length for most bench and field filing tasks. Tradespeople in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general mechanical work keep files like this in their service kits for quick edge-dressing and fitment work.

This file is a standard hand tool used across residential and commercial trade applications. HVAC technicians use round files to open knockout holes and clean burrs from cut conduit or tubing. Plumbers reach for them to dress rough pipe cuts before threading or soldering. Electricians use them to smooth conduit ends and chassis knockouts. The 10-inch length is a practical shop and field size that handles most deburring and shaping tasks without being cumbersome in a tool bag.

Key Features

• Single cut tooth pattern for smooth, controlled material removal with each stroke
• Round profile for filing concave surfaces, holes, and curved recesses
• Bastard cut grade balances aggressive stock removal with a relatively smooth finish
• 10-inch length provides good leverage for bench work and field service
• Sold individually, suitable for addition to a trade service kit

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose hand file compatible with standard file handles accepting a round-tang file tang; suitable for use on metal, wood, and plastic workpieces.

Installation Notes

A licensed mechanic, HVAC technician, plumber, or electrician can use this file without specialized certification, but standard shop-safety practices apply. Always secure the workpiece in a vise or clamp before filing to prevent slipping. Wear safety glasses when filing metal to protect against fine filings and burrs. Fit a proper file handle onto the tang before use to maintain control and prevent hand injury.

Technical Specifications

• File Length: 10 inches
• Cut Type: Single Cut
• Profile: Round
• Cut Grade: Bastard
• Weight: 0.38 pounds
• UPC: 76174221787

Standard Information

• Brand: STANLEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 22-178