Value Collection PB--20562-8 Flat Double Cut File 8 Inch

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION PB--20562-8 is a flat, double-cut American-pattern file designed for material removal and surface finishing in metalworking, fabrication, and maintenance applications. At 8 inches in overall length, 25/32 inches wide, and 7/32 inches thick, this file offers a smooth-cut coarseness rating suited for fine finishing work on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The tang end accepts a standard file handle. Machinists, millwrights, pipefitters, and general tradespeople keep flat files like this in rotation for deburring cut edges, fitting mating surfaces, and cleaning up threaded components.

This file is a standard hand tool for bench work and field service across mechanical trades. It is well suited to light stock removal and finishing passes on metal workpieces where a smooth surface finish is required. The double-cut tooth pattern removes material faster than a single-cut file on the forward stroke while still leaving a finish appropriate for close-tolerance fitting. Typical applications include deburring pipe ends, cleaning up weld spatter, fitting keys and keyways, and general metal prep in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical rough-in work.

Key Features

• Double-cut tooth pattern for efficient material removal and smooth finishing
• Smooth-cut coarseness grade for fine surface work and close-tolerance fitting
• 8-inch file length suitable for bench use and hand-held field work
• 25/32-inch width provides a broad flat face for flat surface filing
• Tang end for use with a standard replacement file handle
• American-pattern geometry familiar to trade and industrial users

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern flat file compatible with any tang-style file handle; suitable for general metalworking, fabrication, and maintenance tasks across mechanical trades.

Installation Notes

File handles are sold separately and should be properly seated on the tang before use to prevent hand injury. Always wear appropriate eye protection and gloves when filing metal. File in one direction, applying pressure on the forward stroke and lifting on the return to preserve tooth life. Dispose of worn files according to local shop safety protocols.