Value Collection SC70573639 Mill File 12 in Single Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70573639 is a 12-inch American-pattern mill file designed for smoothing, draw-filing, and deburring metal surfaces. It features a single-cut tooth pattern with a smooth cut grade, making it well-suited for finishing work where a fine, controlled surface is required. The file measures 1-5/32 inches wide and 7/32 inches thick across the cut length, with a tang end for use with a standard file handle. At 0.84 pounds, it carries solid heft for a hand file of this size. Machinists, pipefitters, fabricators, and maintenance tradespeople are the primary users of this tool.

This mill file is appropriate for general metalworking applications including deburring cut pipe, smoothing weld seams, refining keyways, and finish-filing flat surfaces. The single-cut, smooth-grade configuration removes material gradually and leaves a cleaner finish than a double-cut or bastard-cut file. It is suited to both shop bench work and field use where a portable finishing file is needed. The 12-inch length provides good leverage and surface contact for flat filing passes on larger workpieces.

Key Features

• Single-cut tooth pattern for smooth, controlled material removal
• Smooth cut grade suitable for finishing and draw-filing operations
• 12-inch cut length with 1-5/32-inch width for broad flat-surface coverage
• 7/32-inch thickness provides rigidity without excessive weight
• Tang end accepts standard aftermarket file handles
• Non-flexible construction for consistent file pressure across the stroke

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern mill file compatible with any file handle sized for a tang-end file of this length and profile.

Installation Notes

Always fit a secure handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury from an exposed tang during filing strokes. Secure the workpiece in a vise or clamp before filing to maintain control and consistent contact. Inspect the file for cracks or missing teeth before each use, and keep the file clean with a file card to maintain cutting efficiency. Files are hardened tools and should not be used to pry or strike, as they are brittle and can fracture.