Value Collection SC70574512 Flat File 10 in Bastard Cut

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SC70574512 is a 10-inch flat American-pattern file designed for general machining and metalworking applications. It features a double cut bastard cut pattern, which removes material quickly and leaves a moderately smooth finish. At 31/32 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick, the file maintains a rigid profile that holds its shape under firm hand pressure. A tang end is included for use with a compatible file handle, providing better grip and control during use. This tool is well-suited for deburring, shaping, and smoothing ferrous and non-ferrous metals on the bench or in the field.

This flat file fits standard hand-filing tasks in machining, fabrication, and maintenance environments. The bastard cut grade positions it as a general-purpose option where a coarser single cut would be too aggressive and a second cut would be too slow. It is appropriate for removing weld spatter, fitting parts, cleaning up castings, or dressing tool edges. Machinists, maintenance technicians, pipefitters, and general tradespeople commonly keep this size and cut on hand as a shop staple.

Key Features

• 10-inch length of cut provides reach and leverage for flat surface filing
• Double cut bastard pattern removes material efficiently while maintaining control
• Flat file profile suitable for flat and slightly convex surfaces
• 31/32-inch width covers broad contact area per stroke
• 1/4-inch thickness keeps the file rigid and resistant to flex
• Tang end compatible with standard file handles sold separately

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose American-pattern flat file compatible with standard file handles accepting a tapered tang. Suitable for use on mild steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, and similar workpiece materials in typical hand-filing applications.

Installation Notes

Always fit a proper handle onto the tang before use to prevent injury from an exposed tang end. Secure the workpiece in a vise or fixture before filing to ensure consistent strokes and avoid slipping. Do not use this file on hardened steel surfaces harder than the file itself, as this will damage the teeth. Clean the file regularly with a file card or brush to prevent pinning and maintain cutting efficiency.