Blue Spot Tools 200mm (8") Soft Grip Round File Carbon Steel 22664

Blue Spot Tools 200mm (8") Soft Grip Round File

MPN: 22664

Barcode: 5028734226645

Size: 200mm (8")

Weight: 0.12kg

Overview:

This Blue Spot Tools 200mm (8") Soft Grip Round File handles general-purpose metalwork on contoured and round surfaces. Carbon steel construction gives the body the hardness to cut cleanly through metal workpieces. Tasks include enlarging circular holes, deburring curved edges, and shaping concave metal profiles. The soft grip handle reduces hand fatigue and provides a comfortable hold during use.

Key Features and Benefits

• Carbon Steel Construction: Cuts through metal workpieces and retains its cutting edge across repeated use.

• Soft Grip Handle: Provides a comfortable hold to reduce hand fatigue during extended filing sessions.

• Round Profile: The circular cross-section fits inside holes and curved recesses that flat files cannot reach.

• Tapered Body: Allows the file to work across a range of hole sizes and curved profiles.

• General Purpose Use: Suited to contoured and round metal surfaces across a variety of metalwork tasks.

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 200mm (8")
• Material: Carbon Steel
• Handle Type: Soft Grip
• Weight: 0.12kg

Typical Applications

• Enlarging circular openings in metal workpieces
• Deburring the inside of holes and pipe ends
• Filing curved and contoured metal profiles
• Shaping concave surfaces on steel components
• Removing material from rounded recesses
• Smoothing edges around drilled holes

How to Use

• Secure the Workpiece: Fix the material firmly in a vice or clamp before starting.

• Grip the Handle: Hold the soft grip handle in your dominant hand for control.

• Apply Forward Strokes: Push the file in smooth, controlled strokes away from you.

• Maintain Even Pressure: Apply moderate, steady pressure throughout each stroke.

• Rotate the File: Turn the file slightly between strokes when working in round holes to maintain an even profile.

• Clean After Use: Remove metal filings from the teeth with a file card or wire brush after each session.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a round file used for?
  Round files work on the inside of circular holes, remove material from curved recesses, and shape grooves in metal. Their tapered form also suits finer applications such as jewellery making and working on intricate curved profiles.

• What is a round file also called?
  A round file is also known as a rat-tail file. The name comes from the tool's tapered, cylindrical shape, which narrows towards the tip.

• What sizes do round files come in?
  Round files are generally available in lengths from 100mm (4") up to 350mm (14"). The right size depends on the scale of the task and the hole diameter you are working with.

• What is the difference between a round file and a half-round file?
  A round file has a fully circular cross-section and works on the inside of holes and curved recesses. A half-round file has one flat side and one curved side, making it suited to both flat and concave surfaces.

• What does the cut of a file mean?
  The cut refers to the coarseness of the file's teeth. A rougher cut removes material faster but leaves a coarser finish. A finer cut takes off less material and produces a smoother result. Common grades include bastard, second cut, and smooth.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 200mm (8") Soft Grip Round File is a carbon steel hand tool for general metalwork. It targets round and contoured metal surfaces, covering tasks from enlarging circular holes to deburring curved edges. The file comes with the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.