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    About Files
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    Choose files by texture—coarse for quick and heavy removal of material, extra fine for precision and a smooth finish.

    Electrical Insulating Rectangular Files

    An insulated handle protects against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These files meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505 standards, so they’re certified to protect you from a maximum of 1,000 volts of electricity. Tested up to 10 times their certified level, they have a significant safety margin. They also meet several workplace safety standards including OSHA, NFPA, and CSA. A guard on the front of the handle keeps your hand from slipping forward into the work area. The plastic handle helps you get a good, comfortable grip on these files.
    The faces of these files have two sets of diagonal teeth for rapid material removal; the edges have one set of diagonal teeth for slow material removal and sharpening tool-cutting surfaces.
    Tapered Rectangle
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Files. Electrical Insulating Rectangular Files.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Double-Cut Face. Electrical Insulating Rectangular Files.
    For Fine Finish
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Edge Tooth
    Style
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    For Use On
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Double Cut Flat Face
     
    Rigid
    8"5/8"1/8"Flat Single CutSteel
    		PlasticSteel, IronASTM F1505, IEC 609003180N11000000
     

    Electrical Contact Files

    Clean contacts on electrical components such as spark plugs, switches, relays, and ignition points.
    Files with Tungsten-Coated Teeth
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Electrical Contact Files, Files with Tungsten-Coated Teeth.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Double-Cut Face. Electrical Contact Files.

    Double-Cut Face

    Files with tungsten-coated teeth are best for hard materials commonly found on ignition points and high-amperage electrical contacts, such as tungsten and iridium. They are double cut—two sets of diagonal teeth remove material rapidly.
    Fine Grit
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Face Tooth
    Style
    Edge Tooth
    Style
    For Use On
    Material
    Each
    5 1/4"5/16"0.044"Double CutWithout TeethTitanium, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Nickel, Ceramic, Stone, Glass, Carbide, Carbon Fiber, GraphiteSteel
    		4275A200000
    Files with Diamond Abrasive Grit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Electrical Contact Files, Files with Diamond Abrasive Grit.
    Files with diamond abrasive grit clean contacts with a minimal amount of pressure. The sharpest and hardest abrasive we offer, diamond smooths any material. It’s especially good for delicate tasks where you need to remove very little material at a time.
    Medium Grit
    (120-150 Grit)
    Extra-Fine Grit
    (240-320 Grit)
    Abrasive
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    For Use On
    Material
    Each
    Each
    3/4"4 9/16"3/16"0.015"Titanium, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Nickel, Ceramic, Stone, Glass, Carbide, Carbon Fiber, GraphiteSteel
    		4275A1060000004275A105000000

    Thin-Face Electrical Contact Files

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Thin-Face Electrical Contact Files.
    The spatula-like end lets you access contacts in tight spaces. Use on electrical components such as spark plugs, switches, relays, and ignition points. The diamond abrasive cleans the contacts with a minimal amount of pressure while removing very little metal.
    Fine Grit
    (150 Grit)
    Abrasive
    Material
    Diamond
    Surface Lg.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Handle
    Material
    Each
    Diamond0.875"7/8"1/4"1/16"5 5/8"Plastic6304T110000000

    Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders

    When you can’t access an outlet or air compressor, these battery-powered sanders tackle quick sanding jobs. Often used for smoothing spot welds, the narrow belt squeezes into corners, grooves, and other tight areas. Turn the speed dial with your thumb as you sand to adjust how much material you’re removing. These sanders have brushless motors, which means fewer parts, less friction, and slower wear compared to brushed motors. The LED light illuminates your surface as you work. All require sanding belts.
    Milwaukee Sanders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Milwaukee Sanders. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders.
    Milwaukee sanders have an arm that pivots 360°, so you can easily maneuver these sanders in awkward spaces.
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Max. No-Load
    Speed, sfpm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery Charger
    Included
    Includes
    Features
    Certification
    Each
    360° Pivoting Arm—12V DC
    2482-201/2"18"3,60015 1/2"2.1NoNoSanding BeltsLED LightUL Listed
    		8201N190000000
    2483-203/8"13"3,60015 1/2"2.1NoNoSanding BeltsLED LightUL Listed
    		8201N21000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Sanders
    Chargers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Battery Chargers. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Milwaukee Sanders.
    Electrical
    Mfr.
    For Battery Voltage,
    V DC
    For No. of
    Batteries
    Charging
    Time, min.
    Input Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    For Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries
    Milwaukee12/18260120Straight Blade2629735A128000000
     
    Batteries
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Batteries. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Milwaukee Sanders.
    Mfr.
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Battery
    Cap., A·h
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
    Milwaukee123129735A616000000
     
    Replacement Contact Arms
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sander Contact Arms. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Milwaukee Sanders.
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Each
    Milwaukee
    14-46-05941/2"18"8201N230000000
    14-46-05963/8"13"8201N22000000
     
    DeWalt Dust-Collecting Sanders
    Image of Product. Sander. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. DeWalt. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Batteries Not Included, Battery Charger Not Included.
    Image of Product. Sander with Battery and Charger. Front orientation. DeWalt. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Batteries Included, Battery Charger Included.

    Sander

    Sander with Battery and

    Charger

    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Max. No-Load
    Speed, sfpm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery Charger
    Included
    Includes
    Features
    Certification
    Each
    104° Pivoting Arm—20V DC
    DCM200B1/2"18"5,60011 1/2"2.6NoNoSanding Belts, Side HandleLED LightCSA Certified
    		8201N160000000
    DCM200E11/2"18"5,60011 1/2"2.6YesYesSanding Belts, Side HandleLED LightCSA Certified
    		8201N17000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Sanders
    Chargers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Battery Chargers. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, DeWalt.
    Electrical
    Mfr.
    For Battery Voltage,
    V DC
    For No. of
    Batteries
    Charging
    Time, min.
    Input Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    For Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries
    DeWalt12/20/60160120Straight Blade2629835A1130000000
     
    Batteries
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Batteries. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, DeWalt.
    Mfr.
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Battery
    Cap., A·h
    Each
    Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
    DeWalt20529835A10000000
     
    Replacement Contact Arms
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sander Contact Arms. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, DeWalt.
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Each
    DeWalt
    DCM2012OS1/2"18"8201N18000000
     
    Makita Dust-Collecting Sanders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Makita. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sander Replacement Parts. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders.

    Dust Collection

    Hose Adapters

    Makita sanders are compatible with additional contact arms (sold separately) that change the size of the belt the sander works with.
    Dust Extraction Port—Sanders with a dust extraction port connect to a vacuum system to suck up debris and keep your workspace and the surrounding air clean. Removing dust and debris also prevents clogs that reduce the life of your sanding abrasives. You’ll need a dust collection hose adapter (sold separately) to connect the port to a vacuum system.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Makita sanders cannot be sold outside the United States due to product regulations.
    Sanders
    Dust Collection
    Hose Adapters
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Max. No-Load
    Speed, sfpm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery Charger
    Included
    Includes
    Features
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    Each
    160° Pivoting Arm—18V DC
    XSB01Z3/8"21"5,60020"4.5NoNoSide HandleDust Extraction Port, LED LightOutside United States8201N1100000008201N2500000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Sanders
    Chargers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Battery Chargers. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Makita.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Makita chargers cannot be sold outside the United States due to product regulations.
    Electrical
    Mfr.
    For Battery Voltage,
    V DC
    For No. of
    Batteries
    Charging
    Time, min.
    Input Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    For Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries
    Makita14.4/18155120Straight Blade22Outside United States27875A170000000
     
    Batteries
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Batteries. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Makita.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Makita batteries cannot be sold outside the United States due to product regulations.
    Mfr.
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Battery
    Cap., A·h
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
    Makita185Outside United States27875A270000000
     
    Contact Arms
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sander Contact Arms. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Makita.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Makita contact arms cannot be sold outside the United States due to product regulations.
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    Makita
    125157-71/4"21"Outside United States8201N13000000
    125159-31/2"21"Outside United States8201N1500000
     
    Replacement Contact Arms
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sander Contact Arms. Cordless Narrow-Belt Sanders, Makita.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Makita contact arms cannot be sold outside the United States due to product regulations.
    For
    Belt
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    Makita
    125158-53/8"21"Outside United States8201N14000000
     

    Pocket-Size Electrical Contact Files

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Pocket-Size Electrical Contact Files.
    A pen-shaped holder stores six files. Use to clean contacts on electrical components such as spark plugs, switches, relays, and ignition points.
    Rods are used for cleaning pits on contacts.
    Files
    Replacement
    Files
    Replacement Rods
    File
    Handle
    Fine Grit
    (220 Grit)
    Abrasive
    Material
    No. of
    Files
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Lg.
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Steel61 1/2"3/16"0.004"4 1/2"PlasticSix 1 1/4" Length × 0.02" Diameter Rods4575A73000000———04575A8700000
    Steel61 1/2"3/16"0.007"4 1/2"Plastic—4575A71000004575A8500000———0

    Electric Narrow-Belt Sanders

    With a narrow belt that reaches into tight spaces, these sanders handle detail work on contours, corners, and recessed areas that wider belt sanders and disc sanders cannot access. Sanding belts are sold separately.
    Fixed Arm
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Fixed Arm. Electric Narrow-Belt Sanders.
    A fixed arm holds the belt in a consistent position for flat and uniform sanding where repeatable results matter more than angular flexibility.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Sanders that cannot be sold outside the United States are restricted due to product regulations.
    For
    Belt
    No-Load
    Speed, sfpm
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Min.
    Max.
    No. of
    Speeds
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Motor
    Type
    Certification
    Features
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    1 1/8"21"6563,280Variable15"4.51205BrushedCSA Certified, UL Listed
    		Removable Side Handle, Speed Lock-On ButtonOutside United States8235A140000000
    Pivoting Arm
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pivoting Arm. Electric Narrow-Belt Sanders.
    The arm pivots to adjust the belt angle, letting you sand curved surfaces, inside corners, and irregular shapes without repositioning the workpiece.
    For
    Belt
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Max. No-Load
    Speed, sfpm
    No. of
    Speeds
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Motor
    Type
    Arm Range
    of Motion
    Features
    Each
    1/2"18"2,400119"51207Brushed360°Reversible Handle46215A240000000

    Electric Planes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Planes. Electric Planes.
    Shave wood surfaces quickly to reduce thickness and chamfer edges. These electric planes remove just enough wood to get the surface thickness you need, leaving you with a smooth, flat finish along the grain.
    Connect the included dust bag to the discharge port to contain chips and dust.
    Planes
    Replacement
    Plane Blades
    Blade
    Wd.
    Max. Cutting
    Dp.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Cutting
    Direction
    Adjustment
    Dimension
    Dp. Adjustment
    Increments
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    Electrical
    Connection
    No. of Blades
    Included
    Certification
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    For Wood
    3 1/4"1/8"11 1/4"High-Speed SteelForward StrokeDepth1/128"1206Straight Blade2ETL Listed
    		3228A23000000123228A24000000
     

    Cordless Planes

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Planes. Cordless Planes, DeWalt.
    Image of Product. Back orientation. Planes. Cordless Planes, Milwaukee.

    DeWalt

    Milwaukee

    Cut with the speed of an electric plane without being tied to an outlet. These planes remove just enough wood to get the surface thickness you need, leaving you with a smooth, flat finish along the grain.
    Dust Port Adapter—To contain wood chips, use these adapters to connect your wet/dry vacuum to the dust port.
    Planes
    Required Batteries
    Required
    Battery Chargers
    Dust Port
    Adapter
    Replacement
    Plane Blades
    Blade
    Wd.
    Max. Cutting
    Dp.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Blade
    Material
    Adjustment
    Dimension
    Dp. Adjustment
    Increments
    For Vacuum
    Hose Dia.
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Batteries
    Included
    No. of Blades
    Included
    Certification
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Each
    Each
    Pair
    DeWalt
     
    For Wood
    3 1/4"5/64"13 3/4"CarbideDepth1/256"1 1/4"20No2—9877N110000000129835A4000000029835A11300000009877N120000003228A22000000
     
    Milwaukee
     
    For Wood
    3 1/4"5/64"12 3/8"CarbideDepth1/256"1 1/4"18No2UL Listed
    		9877N13000000129735A21100000029735A128000009877N15000009877N1400000
     
    Vacuum Cleaners
    Each
    Wet/Dry Vacuum with 1 1/4" Hose7439T510000000

    Flexible Electrical Contact Files

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Flexible Electrical Contact Files.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrical Contact Files. Flexible Electrical Contact Files.
    Bend and twist these files to clean contacts in hard-to-reach spots. Use on electrical components such as spark plugs, switches, relays, and ignition points.
    Each
    Package
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Medium Grit (80 Grit)
    4 3/4"3/8"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A2800000124610A61000000
    4 3/4"1/2"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A110000124610A4900000
     
    Medium Grit (120 Grit)
    4 3/4"3/8"0.025"Aluminum Oxide4610A120000124610A5100000
    4 3/4"1/2"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A170000124610A5500000
    4 3/4"7/8"0.03"Aluminum Oxide4610A240000124610A5800000
     
    Fine Grit (180 Grit)
    4 3/4"3/8"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A290000124610A6200000
    4 3/4"1/2"0.025"Aluminum Oxide4610A130000124610A5200000
    4 3/4"1/2"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A190000124610A5600000
    4 3/4"7/8"0.03"Aluminum Oxide4610A250000124610A5900000
     
    Extra-Fine Grit (240 Grit)
    4 3/4"3/8"0.025"Aluminum Oxide4610A140000124610A5300000
    4 3/4"3/8"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A310000124610A6300000
     
    Extra-Fine Grit (320 Grit)
    4 3/4"3/8"0.015"Aluminum Oxide4610A150000124610A5400000
    4 3/4"3/8"0.025"Aluminum Oxide4610A220000124610A5700000
    4 3/4"3/8"0.04"Aluminum Oxide4610A330000124610A6400000
     
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