Value Collection 382-0502 Swiss-pattern Half Round File

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 382-0502 is a Swiss-pattern half round needle file designed for precision material removal and fine finishing work in tight tolerances. With an overall length of 5.5 inches and a 2.5-inch length of cut, this file is sized for detailed hand-filing tasks on metal, plastic, and composite workpieces. The half round profile provides two working surfaces: a flat face for flat or convex contours and a curved face for concave channels and slots. Cut 0 designation indicates a coarse tooth pattern suited to fast stock removal in the needle-file size range. A handle is included, giving the user secure grip during precise strokes. Machinists, toolmakers, die makers, and maintenance technicians commonly reach for files of this type.

This file fits into work scenarios that demand fine control in areas too small or intricate for standard-sized files. Typical applications include deburring drilled or punched holes, opening keyways, refining radius cuts, fitting mating parts, and cleaning up weld beads or casting flash. The needle-file classification makes it appropriate for instrument work, mold and die finishing, and any bench task where a full-size file cannot reach. The half round geometry makes it especially effective in curved or semi-circular profiles.

Key Features

• Half round profile provides both flat and curved cutting surfaces in a single tool
• Cut 0 tooth pattern removes material efficiently for a needle-file form factor
• Swiss-pattern construction delivers consistent tooth spacing and cut geometry
• 5.5-inch overall length with 2.5-inch length of cut for controlled reach
• Needle-file precision level suits detailed finishing and fitting work
• Included handle reduces hand fatigue during extended bench use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose Swiss-pattern needle file for bench, machine shop, and maintenance applications requiring a half round profile in the Cut 0 coarseness range.

Installation Notes

This file is a hand tool and requires no power source or mechanical installation. Ensure the handle is fully seated on the tang before use to prevent injury. File in one direction with controlled strokes and maintain consistent pressure to avoid rocking the file across the workpiece. Keep the file clean of filings by brushing with a file card regularly to maintain cutting performance.