Blue Spot Tools 3 Piece 200mm (8") Soft Grip Carbon Steel File Set 22658

Blue Spot Tools 3 Piece 200mm (8") Soft Grip Carbon Steel File Set

MPN: 22658

Barcode: 5028734226584

Size: 200mm (8")

Weight: 0.64kg

Overview:

This carbon steel file set from Blue Spot Tools covers three standard profiles - flat, half round, and round. All three files are heat-treated and hardened, delivering consistent cutting performance across filing and shaping tasks.

The soft grip handles reduce hand fatigue during extended use. Each file measures 200mm (8") in length, useful for shaping, smoothing, and deburring across common metalwork and woodwork tasks. This set is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.

What's Included

• Flat File: x1
• Half Round File: x1
• Round File: x1

Key Features and Benefits

• Heat-Treated and Hardened: The carbon steel blades maintain their cutting performance under regular use.
• Soft Grip Handles: Reduce hand fatigue during extended filing tasks.
• Three File Profiles: The flat, half-round, and round profiles cover both flat and curved surfaces in a single set.

Specs & Attributes

• File Length: 200mm (8")
• Weight: 0.64kg
• Material: Heat-treated and hardened carbon steel
• Handle Type: Soft grip

Typical Applications

• Smoothing flat metal surfaces and straight edges
• Deburring metal parts after cutting or machining
• Shaping concave and convex curved surfaces
• Enlarging or cleaning up round holes
• Removing material from inside circular grooves
• Sharpening garden tools and hand tool blades
• General shaping and stock removal on metal and wood

How to Use

• Choose the Correct Profile: Use the flat file for flat surfaces and the half round for curved areas. Choose the round file for holes and circular channels.

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

• Hold the File Correctly: Grip the handle firmly in one hand. Rest the opposite hand lightly on the tip of the file.

• Apply Pressure on the Forward Stroke: Push the file forward with moderate pressure. Lift it on the return stroke to avoid dulling the teeth.

• Clean the Teeth During Use: Use a file card or stiff wire brush to remove metal particles from the teeth. Clear them after each use to keep the file cutting well.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a flat file used for?
  A flat file is designed for general-purpose filing on flat surfaces and straight edges. It removes material from metal, wood, and plastic.

• What is a half-round file used for?
  A half-round file has one flat side and one curved side. The flat side works on flat surfaces and outside curves. The rounded side handles concave shapes, internal curves, and the inside of round holes.

• What is a round file used for?
  A round file is used for enlarging round holes, creating curved channels, and working in tight cylindrical spaces. It reaches areas where flat profiles cannot.

• How do you clean a metal file?
  Use a file card - a stiff wire brush - to clear metal particles from the teeth. Run it along the direction of the teeth after each use. Keeping the teeth clear helps maintain cutting performance.

• How do you use a metal hand file correctly?
  Apply pressure on the forward (push) stroke only. Lift the file slightly on the return stroke to prevent the teeth from dulling. Keep strokes straight and consistent across the workpiece.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 3 Piece Soft Grip Carbon Steel File Set covers three hardened profiles - flat, half round, and round. Each file measures 200mm (8") and handles a range of metalwork and woodwork filing tasks. The soft grip handles keep the tool comfortable throughout.