Value Collection 79-0016-12 Flat Bastard Cut File 4 Inch

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 79-0016-12 is a 4-inch American-pattern flat file with a double cut and bastard coarseness rating. It is designed for general metal-removal and deburring work on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces. The flat profile measures 15/32 inches wide and 3/32 inches thick, making it well suited for filing flat surfaces, slots, and edges. A tang end accepts a standard file handle. Machinists, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, and maintenance trades reach for this style of file when fitting parts, cleaning threads, or dressing burrs on cut pipe and sheet metal.

This file fits typical bench and field use where a short, manageable 4-inch cutting length is preferred. It is commonly used in HVAC, plumbing, and general mechanical maintenance for dressing copper tubing ends, cleaning pipe threads, removing sharp edges on sheet metal, and fitting components during installation or repair. The bastard cut provides a medium-aggressive removal rate suitable for rough shaping before finishing with a finer cut file. This item is sold individually with a minimum order quantity of 12 units.

Key Features

• American-pattern flat profile for filing flat surfaces and edges
• Double cut teeth deliver efficient stock removal with each stroke
• Bastard coarseness provides medium-aggressive material removal for rough shaping
• 4-inch file length is compact and easy to maneuver in tight spaces
• Tang end is compatible with standard replacement file handles
• 15/32-inch width and 3/32-inch thickness suit narrow slots and flush surfaces

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose American-pattern flat file for use with standard file handles across bench work, field maintenance, and trade installation applications.

Installation Notes

Always fit a proper handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury. Wear appropriate eye protection when filing metal to guard against chips and debris. Files are hardened tools and should not be used to pry or strike workpieces. Store files separately or with blade guards to prevent damage to cutting teeth and contact with other tools.