Value Collection SC70573431 Mill File 8 in Smooth Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70573431 is an 8-inch smooth cut, single cut mill file in the American pattern. Designed for finishing and deburring work on metal surfaces, this file removes minimal material per stroke, making it the right choice when a refined surface finish is the goal. At 25/32 inches wide and 9/64 inches thick, the blade profile fits standard mill file handles and works well in confined areas. A tang is included for use with a file handle, which is recommended for controlled, safe operation. Machinists, toolmakers, pipefitters, and general metalworkers are the primary users of this file type.

This mill file is suited for finishing flat or slightly curved metal surfaces in both shop and field environments. Smooth cut files are typically used as the final step in a multi-file sequence, following bastard or second cut files, to refine edges, remove burrs, and bring surfaces to a clean finish. The American pattern profile makes it compatible with standard file handle sizes found in most professional tool kits.

Key Features

• 8-inch file length for reach and leverage on flat workpieces
• Smooth cut coarseness for fine finishing and deburring on metal
• Single cut tooth pattern produces a smoother surface than double cut files
• American pattern profile at 25/32 inches wide and 9/64 inches thick
• Tang included for use with a standard file handle

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard addition for professional tool kits requiring an 8-inch American pattern mill file with smooth cut coarseness.

Installation Notes

Always mount the tang into a properly sized file handle before use to prevent hand injury from an exposed tang. Files should be used with forward-stroke pressure only and lifted on the return stroke to preserve tooth life. Inspect the file for cracks or missing teeth before use. Keep files stored separately to prevent tooth-to-tooth contact, which dulls cutting edges prematurely.