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Hand Files and Rasps - Free UK Delivery Over £25 - Buy Online | Zoro

A selection of popular engineer's files suitable for filing and deburring on a wide variety of materials. Double cut teeth for rapid metal removal. Ideal for workshop or garage. 

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS498:1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-F-3256

Contents (1 of each)
• Bastard cut hand, second cut flat, round and half round.

Features and Benefits
• Suitable for filing and deburring on a wide variety of materials
• Ideal for workshop or garage
• Double cut teeth for rapid metal removal

Parallel edges, one edge uncut. For flat filing, corner filing and deburring. Multi-purpose and for other work where a 'safe' or uncut edge is needed. Double cut. Available in a comprehensive range of shapes and sizes. 

Features and Benefits
• Highly durable construction for long-lasting files
• Compatible with most handles 
• Suitable for use with a range of materials

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

Fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable improved grip, these files are manufactured from T12 CH-Moly alloy tool steel, hardened and tempered. Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage.

Features and Benefits
• Available in a range of sizes and styles to suit your requirements
• Ergonomically designed handles improve user comfort and control when filing
• Supplied in a woven wallet for ease of storage and transportation
• Manufactured from alloy tool steel that has been hardened and tempered for ultimate durability

Typical Applications
• DIY
• Construction
• Engineering

Standards
• BS498:1990
• American Federal Standard GGG-F325B

Second Cut Needle File Set. Cut 2.

Features and Benefits
• Supplied in convenient PVC Wallet
• Files are extremely durable 

Contents
• (1 of each): Warding, Hand, Half Round, Round, Square, Three Square

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990.

High-quality, ultra-durable engineers half round files, available in multiple sizes to suit every filing need. Enables the rapid removal of metal thanks to effective construction. 

Features and Benefits
• Edges and surfaces taper towards point
• Dual application; suitable for concave surfaces and flat filing
• For rapid removal of metal

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b

For fine filing and polishing jobs, these round cut needle files are typically used by engravers, precision engineers, instrument makers, watchmakers and goldsmiths. Each product tapers to a precision point for accurate filing and the product can be purchased in a variety of sizes.

Features and Benefits
• Designed for precision working with an accurately ground tip
• Available in a range of sizes and specifications to suit your needs

Typical Applications
• Jeweller's
• Engineering
• Watchmaker's

Handle needle files are designed for filing, finishing and polishing soft and hard metals.

Features and Benefits
• Available in a range of cut types to suit a variety of jobs
• Round, knurled metal handle

Notes
• Available in 140mm and 160mm lengths and a complete range of shapes. 

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Parallel edges, one edge uncut. For flat filing, corner filing and deburring. Multi-purpose and for other work where a 'safe' or uncut edge is needed. Double cut. Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Notes
•   UK Cut Sizes

Second Cut Needle File Set.

Features and Benefits
• Supplied in PVC Wallet
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• For soft and hard metals
• Non-slip grip handle

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Contents (1 of each)
• Flat, Hand, Half Round, Round, Square, Three Square.

Second Cut Needle File Set.

Features and Benefits
• Supplied in PVC Wallet
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• For soft and hard metals
• Non-slip grip handle

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Contents (1 of each)
• Hand, Flat, Knife, Round, Half Round, Square, Three Square, Crossing, R/Edge Joint, Slitting, Warding, Barrette

These class-leading, ultra-durable diamond hand files are available in seven shapes and two grain sizes, offering the perfect solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. Plated with finely selected diamond powder, 120 - 150 mesh. 

Features and Benefits
• Solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective
• Plated with finely selected diamond powder
• Non-slip grip handle

Typical Applications
• Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Second Cut Engineers File Sets.

Features and Benefits
•	Made from high-quality metal
•	Supplied in a PVC wallet for easy storage

Contents 
•	1 of each - flat, hand, round, half-round three-square and square. Plus two file handles, supplied in PVC wallet

Standards Met 
•	Manufactured to BS498 : 1990 & US Federal Standards.

Engineers Round Files with a diameter that tapers towards the point. 

Features and Benefits
• Versatile, suitable for internal and external concave surfaces

Standards
• Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

Available in 14cm and 16cm lengths and a complete range of shapes. 

Features and Benefits
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• For soft and hard metals
• Round, knurled metal handle

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Edges and surfaces taper towards point. Dual application: suitable for concave surfaces and flat filing. For rapid removal of metal. Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Parallel edges, surfaces tapered towards end. Narrow version of hand file. For use where access is restricted. These files are designed for millwrights and mechanics for use in enlarging key-ways, slots, etc, close to the shoulder.
Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Designed for general use and best suited to softer materials such as wood, plastics, fillers, leather and lead.

Round diamond files offering the solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. 

Features and Benefits
• Non-slip plastic grip handle
• 120 - 150 mesh finely selected diamond powder plated 

Typical Applications
• Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Notes 
• Length: 160mm
• Available in seven shapes and two grain sizes

Fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable, improved grip, this range of flat files are manufactured with engineers in mind. Each file is manufactured from T12 CH-Moly alloy tool steel, hardened and tempered and is supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage.

Features and Benefits
• Hardened and tempered for maximum durability
• Manufactured from alloy tool steel for resilience
• Ergonomically designed handle bolsters user comfort and grip
• Available in a range of sizes to suit your requirements
• Supplied in a woven wallet to protect your tool

Typical Applications
• Construction
• DIY
• Engineering

Standards
• BS498:1990
• GGG-F325B

Fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable improved grip, these half round files are manufactured from T12 CH-Moly alloy tool steel, hardened and tempered. Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage, the product is available in a range of sizes to suit your needs.

Features and Benefits
• Hardened and tempered for maximum resilience and overall tool longevity
• Manufactured from alloy tool steel for durability
• Ergonomically designed handle bolsters user comfort and grip
• Available in a range of sizes to suit your requirements
• Supplied in a woven wallet to protect your tool

Typical Applications
• DIY
• Construction
• Engineering
• Woodworking

Standards
• BS498:1990
• American Federal Standard GGG-F325B

High quality, ultra-precise needle files used by engravers, precision engineers, instrument makers, watchmakers and goldsmiths.
Shape: Surfaces taper to a point, flat and convex surfaces double cut.

Features and Benefits
• Perfect for fine filing and polishing jobs
• Class-leading profile cutting and finishing of many common workshop materials

File Care
• Extend the life of your needle file by using a careful forward motion, rather than a sawing motion when filing
• Files can be cleaned of dust and debris with a dry toothbrush

High-quality, cost-effective flat smooth files. Hardened and tempered for enhanced durability and reliability. 

Features and Benefits 
• Edges taper towards front
• Perfect for flat filing, corner filing and deburring
• Preferred where taper allows access into tight corners and angles
• For general work on iron, steel, etc.

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

These Warding files have parallel surfaces with edges tapered to a point. Each file is ideallt suited for narrow grooves, keyways and slots. Warding Files are used by locksmiths in repairing or filing ward notches in keys. All sides are double cut for resilience.

Features and Benefits
• Suited for use in locks, keyways , slots and grooves
• Edges are tapered to a point for access into confined spaces
• Available in a range of sizes to suit your exact requirements

Typical Applications
• Locksmith's
• Manufacturing
• Construction

Standards
• BS 498:1990
• American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b

This range of double ended second cut saw files are designed for sharpening saws to have 60° angle. The edges taper towards a point instead of the product having a tang, and the points are left uncut. The teeth are cut from each end towards the centre. Available in an array of sizes.

Features and Benefits
• Available in a range of sizes to suit your exact needs
• Tapered both ends for precision working
• Double ended design allows for twice the product life and use
• Used for sharpening saws to have a 60° angle
• Points are left uncut to help deliver a fine angle

Typical Applications
• Engineering
• Construction
• Automotive

Standards
• BS 498:1990
• GGG-f-325b

High-quality, ultra-durable half round needle files, available in 14cm and 16cm lengths in a complete range of shapes. 

Features and Benefits 
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• For soft and hard metals
• Round, knurled metal handle

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Half Round Diamond Needle File 16cm.
Available in seven shapes and two grain sizes offering the solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. Plated with finely selected diamond powder, 120 - 150 mesh. 

Features and Benefits 
• Solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective
• Extremely Durable - Plated with finely selected diamond powder
• Non-slip grip handle

Typical Applications
• Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Set of 4 engineer's files fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable improved grip. Files are manufactured from T12 carbon steel, hardened and tempered to ensure a long lasting tool. Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage. 

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS498:1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-F325B.

Features and Benefits
• Ergonomic grip with anti-slip finger placement pads ensures the tool stays tight and comfortable in your hand
• Lanyard hole in handle for extra protection when working at height
• Second cut teeth for quick and efficient removal of moderate material
• Woven wallet designed for easy removal and storage

Notes
• Sets available in 6"" (150mm), 8" (200mm) and 10" (250mm) versions
• Set contains Hand, Flat, Round and Half Round second engineer's files

Fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable improved grip, these round files are manufactured from T12 CH-Moly alloy tool steel, hardened and tempered. Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage. Available in a range of sizes to suit your requirements, the file can be used on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Features and Benefits
• Blades are manufactured from CH-moly alloy tool steel for durability
• Hardened and tempered for ultimate resilience
• Can be used on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals for versatility of use
• Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage and to protect your tool
• Ergonomically designed handles are designed for user comfort and control
• Available in a variety of sizes to suit your needs

Typical Applications
• Engineering
• Construction
• Automotive

Standards
• BS498:1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-F325B

Parallel edges, surfaces taper towards point. For groove, rectangular hole and internal corner filing. 

Features and Benefits
• Designed for effective groove, rectangular hole and internal corner filing
• Preferable to a flat file because of its heavier section
• Made to provide durability and efficiency 

Standards Met
• Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b

Available in 14cm and 16cm lengths and a complete range of shapes, these warding needle files are designed for use when filing, polishing or finishing jobs. Complete with a knurled hand grip.

Features and Benefits
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• For use with soft and hard metals for versatility
• Round, knurled metal handle bolsters user grip
• Available in a range of specifications to suit your needs

Typical Applications
• Construction
• Automotive
• Engineering

Standards
• BS 498:1990

Equilateral section (60° angles). Tapered towards point. For filing acute angles, internal corners and flat filing, clearing out square corners and for filing HSS tools after machining. Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

Parallel edges, surfaces tapered towards end. Narrow version of hand file. For use where access is restricted. These files are designed for millwrights and mechanics for use in enlarging key-ways, slots, etc., close to the shoulder.Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

Available with one or two round edges. Parallel edges, both edges cut for filing and sharpening saws. Manufactured to BS 498 : 1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-f-325b.

These square needle files are available in 14cm and 16cm lengths and can deliver a variety of cuts depending on your selection. Complete with a round, knurled metal handle, each file can be used on either soft or hard metals and are suited for use on filing, polishing or finishing jobs.

Features and Benefits
• Suitable for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs
• Can be used on both soft and hard metals for versatility
• Round, knurled metal handle improves user grip
• Available in a variety of sizes to suit your preferences and needs

Typical Applications
• Engineering
• Automotive
• Construction

Standards
• BS 498:1990

Three Square Diamond Needle File 16cm
Available in seven shapes and two grain sizes offering the solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. Plated with finely selected diamond powder, 120 - 150 mesh. Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Diameter tapers towards point. Suitable for internal and external concave surfaces. Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

For filing holes, large fillets and concave surfaces.
Shape: Tapered towards the point.
4" and 6" fully pointed, 8" and longer semi-pointed.
Double cut.

Designed for general use and best suited to softer materials such as wood, plastics, fillers, leather, Horses Hoofs and lead.

For filing narrow grooves and passages, etc.
    Particularly well-suited to filing cuts on keys
    Shape: edges tapered to a point, surfaces parallel
    Type of cut: 1 = bastard, 2 = second, 3 = smooth
    Surfaces double cut, edge single cut
    For filing narrow grooves
    Surfaces double cut, edge single cut, edges tapered towards the tip

Available in 14cm and 16cm lengths and a complete range of shapes. Manufactured to BS 498:1990.

Parallel edges, surfaces taper towards point. For groove, rectangular hole and internal corner filing. Preferable to a flat file because of its heavier section.
Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Equilateral section (60° angles). Tapered towards point. For filing acute angles, internal corners and flat filing, clearing out square corners and for filing HSS tools after machining.
Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Parallel surfaces, edges tapered to a point. For narrow grooves, keyways, slots etc. Warding files are used by locksmiths in repairing or filing ward notches in keys. Also suited for use in narrow spaces. Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

Narrow Pillar (Tanged only) - Narrow alternative to standard pillar file. Available in tanged pattern 100mm (4") and 150mm (6") lengths. Manufactured to BS 498: 1990.

For filing flat surfaces, sharp corners and shoulders as well as for deburring. Double cut on both sides - with one safe edge; permits work in corners.

Multi Cut Engineers File.
Triangular file, each face with a different cut: smooth cut, second cut and bastard cut.
Complete with bi-material handle designed for maximum comfort and added grip.
File length: 200mm (8").

Fitted with ergonomically designed handles for a comfortable improved grip. Files manufactured from T12 CH-Moly alloy tool steel, hardened and tempered. Supplied in a woven wallet for easy storage.
Manufactured to BS498:1990 and American Federal Standard GGG-F325B.

File handle developed according to the scientific ERGO™ process
For filing flat surfaces, sharp corners and shoulders as well as for deburring
To work in high-alloy tool steels, for the sharpening of heavy implements

High removal rate
Shape: Edges and surfaces parallel
Surfaces double cut, one edge uncut, one edge single cut

Edges tapered towards the tip, surfaces parallel.
Surfaces double cut, edges single cut.

File handle developed according to the scientific ERGO™ process
For filing concave and flat surfaces and large holes. Suitable for deburring work
Shape: Edges and surfaces tapered towards the tip
4" and 6" fully pointed, 8" and longer semi-pointed
Double cut

Perfect for fine filing and polishing jobs. 

Features and Benefits
• Shape: Edges and surfaces parallel
• Surfaces double cut, edges single cut

Typical Applications
• Used by engravers, precision engineers, instrument makers, watchmakers and goldsmiths.

Straight Tooth Milled Hand File.
Manufactured from alloy steel and featuring undercut teeth that produce a more aggressive cut than conventional files and require less operator effort. Suitable for use on a wide variety of materials including aluminium, steels, alloys, brass, copper, wood, plastics etc. Available as standard cut in four blade lengths and two tooth forms. Other styles are available on request.
Please note: Handles are not supplied as standard and should be ordered separately as required.

Swiss Pattern.
Available in a complete range of shapes, the 15cm are used by diemakers, jewellers, silversmiths, engravers etc. 
All are double ended with the same cut both ends.

Edges taper towards point. For filing and sharpening hand saws. Points are left uncut. Taper Saw Files are used for filing every type of handsaw which have 60° angle teeth. These files are single cut with edges that are set and cut for filing the

High quality needle files, perfect for a range of filing and finishing applications. 

Features and Benefits
• Durable construction makes the files ideal for both soft and hard metals
• Round, knurled metal handle ensures accuracy and stability on the job 

Typical Applications
• Use for fine filing, polishing and finishing jobs

Standards Met 
• Manufactured to BS 498:1990

Notes
• Available in 14cm and 16cm lengths and a complete range of shapes

Square Diamond Needle File 16cm.
Available in seven shapes and two grain sizes offering the solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. Plated with finely selected diamond powder, 120 - 150 mesh. Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Swiss Pattern. Second Cut.

The 150mm files are used by die makers, jewellers, silversmiths, engravers etc. All are double ended with the same cut both ends.
 
File Set A content (1 x Style): 900, 911, 914, 916, 918, 940, 952, 957, 981, 983, 985 and 987.
File Set B content (1 X Style): 905, 913, 915, 917, 931, 943, 955, 963, 982, 984, 986 and 996.

Dia-Sharp® diamond surface sharpening stones provide cutting edge performance and are recognised for their superior quality particular to all DMT® products. Features an uninterrupted diamond sharpening surface that allows users to quickly put a razor edge on small contact area and pointed tools. 
Size: 83 x 51 x 1mm.

For filing concave and flat surfaces and large holes.
Suitable for deburring work.
Shape: Edges and surfaces tapered towards the tip.

4" and 6" fully pointed, 8" and longer semi-pointed
Double cut.

File handle developed according to the scientific ERGO™ process.
Pointed shape enables the user to reach more easily into angles and corners.
Shape: Edges tapered towards the tip, surfaces parallel

Suited for fine filing and polishing jobs, these three square needle files are most commonly used by engravers, precision engineers, instrument makers, watchmakers and goldsmiths. Each product is triangular in shape with surfaces that then taper to a point for precision working. Each surface is double cut and the product can be purchased as a cut 2 (smooth) or cut 4 (dead smooth) style.

Features and Benefits
• Triangular with a tapered point making the product suited for accurate and precise filing
• Available as cut 2 (smooth) or cut 4 (dead smooth) style to suit your needs

Typical Applications
• Engineering
• Automotive
• Model Making

Available in seven shapes and two grain sizes offering the solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective. Plated with finely selected diamond powder, 120 - 150 mesh. Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

Features and Benefits
• Solution to finishing problems where material hardness makes conventional files ineffective
• Plated with finely selected diamond powder
• Length: 160mm
• Non-slip grip handle
• Can be used on tungsten carbide, ceramics, carbon, glass, fibreglass and hardened steels such as stainless steel, nimonics, titanium etc.

These Curved Tooth Milled Hand Files are ideal for use in automotive body shops for smoothing and polishing body panels. The teeth are arranged in curved contours across the file face. Supplied in a variety of sizes, the files are supplied without handles.

Features and Benefits
• Manufactured from alloy steel for resilience even with regular use
• Available in a range of sizes to suit your requirements
• Make easy work of precision smoothing and polishing for a guaranteed tidy finish every time
• Curved tooth design for a finer, more smooth finish

Typical Applications
• Jeweller's
• Manufacturing
• Automotive
• Engineering

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