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    Thin-Face Rectangular Diamond Files

    Thinner than standard diamond files, these are good for reaching into small slots and narrow spaces. Diamond is the hardest, longest-lasting abrasive available and strong enough to file hard materials.
    Straight Rectangle
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. 0.591" Diamond Surface Length. Thin-Face Rectangular Diamond Files.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. 0.984" Diamond Surface Length. Thin-Face Rectangular Diamond Files.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Thin-Face Rectangular Diamond Files.

    0.591" Diamond

    Surface Length

    0.984" Diamond

    Surface Length

    File Holders

    File Holders—A file holder (sold separately) is required.
    Files
    File Holders
    For Medium Finish
    (120 to 150 Grit)
    For Fine Finish (150
    to 180 Grit)
    Diamond
    Surface Lg.
    Overall Lg.
    with Holder
    Wd.
    For Use On
    Thk.
    Each
    Thk.
    Each
    Lg.
    Handle
    Material
    Each
    Rigid
    0.591"6 3/8"0.591"Titanium, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Nickel, Ceramic, Stone, Glass, Carbide, Carbon Fiber, Graphite0.047"8142A120000000.039"8142A110000005 13/16"Plastic8142A21000000
    0.984"6 3/4"0.984"Titanium, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Nickel, Ceramic, Stone, Glass, Carbide, Carbon Fiber, Graphite0.047"8142A14000000.039"8142A13000005 13/16"Plastic8142A2100000
     

    Thin-Face Diamond File Sets

    Thinner than standard diamond files, these are good for reaching into small slots and narrow spaces. Diamond is the hardest, longest-lasting abrasive available and strong enough to file hard materials.
    5 Pieces
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Files. Thin-Face Diamond File Sets.
    Image of Specification. 0.984" Diamond Surface Lg.. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Files. Thin-Face Diamond File Sets.

    0.984" Diamond

    Surface Lg.

    Image of Specification. 0.591" Diamond Surface Lg.. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Files. Thin-Face Diamond File Sets.

    0.591" Diamond

    Surface Lg.

    Includes
    For Use On
    Each
    One Medium-Finish Rectangular File with 0.591" Sq. Diamond Surface—0.047" Thick.
    One Medium-Finish Rectangular File with 0.984" Sq. Diamond Surface—0.047" Thick.
    One Fine-Finish Rectangular File with 0.591" Sq. Diamond Surface—0.039" Thick.
    One Fine-Finish Rectangular File with 0.984" Sq. Diamond Surface—0.039" Thick.
    One File Holder with a Plastic Handle    		Titanium, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Nickel, Ceramic, Stone, Glass, Carbide, Carbon Fiber, Graphite8142A310000000

    Sanding Strip File Handles

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. File Handles. Sanding Strip File Handles.
    Attach a 1" wide sanding sheet to create your own file. Sheets and rolls are sold separately.
    For
    Sheet
    For Abrasive
    Mount Type
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Holder
    Lg.
    Handle
    Lg.
    Each
    Adhesive Back1"11"1"4 3/4"5 1/2"4647A5700000

    Two-Hand File Holders for Flexible Scratch-Free Files

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Two-Hand File Holders for Flexible Scratch-Free Files.
    Improve control and comfort when you file. These holders are compatible with flexible scratch-free files.
    File Mounting
    Style
    For File
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Screw On12" to 14"14"Steel4316A18000000

    Jaw-Grip File Handles

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Jaw-Grip File Handles, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Jaw-Grip File Handles, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Jaw-Grip File Handles, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Jaws clamp down to grip file tangs and shanks securely, but they are easily released to change files.
    For
    File Tang
    Style
    For File
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    A5 1/2" to 8"7/64" to 5/32"—3 1/2"Plastic42215A2400000
    B1" to 16"—1/16" to 5/8"5"Plastic4255A1200000
    C5 1/2" to 7"1/8" to 11/64"—3 5/8"Wood4255A12100000

    Push-On File Handles with Changeable Inserts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles with Changeable Inserts, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles with Changeable Inserts, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles with Changeable Inserts, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Change the insert to accommodate different files.
    Style A—Style A handles give you good leverage to apply heavy pressure.
    Style B—Style B handles give you good leverage to apply heavy pressure. Handles are rubber coated for a cushioned grip.
    Style C—Style C handles are good for precision work on intricate parts. They fit in the palm of your hand like a ball to improve control.
    Style
    For File
    Lg.
    For File
    Tang Wd.
    Lg.
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    A6" to 10"5/32" to 3/8"4 1/2"PlasticFour Changeable Inserts42215A11100000
    B6" to 10"7/32" to 23/64"4 1/2"Rubber-Coated PlasticTwo Changeable Inserts42215A210000
    C6" to 10"5/32" to 3/8"2 1/4"PlasticFour Changeable Inserts42215A1120000

    Twist-On File Handles

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Twist-On File Handles, Wood.

    Wood

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Twist-On File Handles, Plastic.

    Plastic

    A steel insert cuts into file tangs for a secure hold.
    For File
    Lg.
    For File Tang
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Material
    Ferrule
    Material
    Each
    4"1/16" to 7/64"3 1/2"WoodSteel4322A200000
    5"1/8" to 5/32"4"WoodSteel4322A30000
    6"11/64" to 7/32"4"WoodSteel4322A40000
    8"15/64" to 17/64"4 1/2"WoodSteel4322A50000
    10"9/32" to 11/32"4 1/2"WoodSteel4322A60000
    12"21/64" to 3/8"5"WoodSteel4322A70000
    14"13/32" to 29/64"5"WoodSteel4322A80000
    4" to 6"11/64" to 7/32"3 3/4"Plastic—4322A1010000
    6" to 10"13/64" to 1/4"4 1/8"Plastic—4322A1020000
    8" to 12"5/16" to 23/64"4 1/8"Plastic—4322A1030000
    10" to 14"25/64" to 7/16"4 3/4"Plastic—4322A1040000
    12" to 16"7/16" to 31/64"5"Plastic—4322A1050000

    Push-On File Handles

    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. File Handles. Push-On File Handles, Style D.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Push one of these handles onto a file tang. They’re shaped to fit comfortably in your hand.
    Style C—Style C handles have ridges for a secure grip even when your hands are greasy or wet.
    Style D—Style D handles keep your round files from rolling away. They have beveled edges and a comfortable grip.
    For
    File Tang
    Style
    For File
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Material
    Ferrule
    Material
    Each
    A8" to 12"15/64" to 1/4"—5"WoodSteel4318A300000
    A12" to 16"19/64" to 5/16"—5 1/2"WoodSteel4318A40000
    A3" to 6"7/64" to 1/8"—4"WoodSteel4318A10000
    A6" to 8"5/32" to 11/64"—4 1/2"WoodSteel4318A20000
    A16" to 20"21/64" to 11/32"—6"WoodSteel4318A50000
    B4" to 6"11/64" to 3/16"—4"WoodSteel4320A520000
    B10" to 14"23/64" to 3/8"—5"WoodSteel4320A550000
    B3" to 4"7/64" to 1/8"—3 1/2"WoodSteel4320A510000
    B6" to 8"13/64" to 7/32"—4 1/4"WoodSteel4320A530000
    B8" to 10"17/64" to 9/32"—4 3/4"WoodSteel4320A540000
    C4" to 6"—11/64" to 1/4"3 1/2"Plastic—42215A110000
    C8" to 10"—15/64" to 19/64"4 1/2"Plastic—42215A120000
    C12" to 14"—15/64" to 5/16"4 1/2"Plastic—42215A130000
    D4" to 6"—13/64" to 7/32"4 1/4"Plastic—4318A1110000
    D8" to 10"—7/32" to 17/64"4 1/2"Plastic—4318A1120000
    D12" to 14"—15/64" to 13/32"4 1/2"Plastic—4318A1140000
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