RS PRO 160mm, Round Needle File / 1467352

RS PRO Round Needle File The round needle file from our trusted and reliable own brand RS PRO is an excellent hand file tool used to deburr and smooth curved and circular edges. Round needle files are ideal for working with concave and convex surfaces as well as enlarging circular surfaces due to the slimline tapered design. The durable RS PRO round needle file is also compatible with our range of file handles for enhanced control and grip. Features and benefits: • Compatible with our range of RS PRO file handles • A round design ideal for deburring concave and convex surfaces • Ideal for rounding out and enlarging holes • Can be used on a range of materials such as wood, metal and plastic • A tapered end that allows you to file intricate spaces Common applications: Needle files and rasps are a type of hand tool designed to deburr, cut and shape a range of materials such as wood, metal, plastic and more. Flat, half-round, round, square and triangular files and rasps allow you to carry out intricate work and can be used in a variety of applications such as: • Workshops • Carpentry • Sculpting • DIY • Jewellery making • Watchmaking What material can this file be used with? Round needle files are a great general purpose needle file that can be used to deburr, smooth and shape a range of materials such as wood, metal and plastic. What is the cut of the file? The RS PRO round needle file features second-cut edges to allow for removal of material and filing and smoothing at a faster rate. How many surfaces are cut? The RS PRO round needle file features a second-cut round tapered surface, making it ideal for deburring circular surfaces efficiently as all sides can be used. File maintenance In order to keep your files clean and working efficiently, it is important to regularly clean them before and after use. A file card or wire brush are ideal as they can easily access the grooves of the file and clear out any dirt or debris that has built up.