Value Collection SC70574231 Flat Double Cut File 6in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70574231 is a 6-inch flat American-pattern file designed for precision material removal and surface finishing in machining applications. Built with a double cut pattern and a smooth cut coarseness grade, this file is suited for fast stock removal followed by a refined surface finish on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. At 5/8 inches wide and 5/32 inches thick, the flat profile gives machinists and tool-and-die tradespeople consistent contact across flat workpiece surfaces. The tang end accepts a standard file handle. Weighing 0.18 pounds, it is lightweight enough for extended hand-filing sessions without fatigue.

This flat double cut file is intended for bench and hand-filing operations in machine shops, maintenance departments, and fabrication environments. The smooth cut grade makes it appropriate for finish-filing operations where surface quality matters, such as deburring machined edges, fitting mating parts, or refining keyways and slots. It is a general-purpose hand tool used by machinists, maintenance technicians, and tool-and-die makers working on metal components requiring close-tolerance finishing.

Key Features

• Double cut tooth pattern for efficient material removal with smooth finish capability
• Smooth cut coarseness grade suitable for finish-filing and deburring operations
• Flat profile at 5/8 inches wide and 5/32 inches thick for flat surface work
• 6-inch length of cut provides control in confined workspaces
• Tang end compatible with standard replaceable file handles
• Non-flexible construction for consistent filing pressure and accuracy

Compatibility

Designed as a standard American-pattern flat file suitable for general bench-filing and machining applications on metal workpieces.

Installation Notes

Always fit a proper file handle onto the tang before use to prevent hand injury from the exposed tang point. Secure the workpiece in a vise or fixture before filing to maintain control and prevent movement. File in one direction only on the forward stroke, lifting the file on the return stroke to preserve tooth sharpness. Inspect the file regularly for clogging and use a file card or brush to clear metal particles from the teeth.