About Files
Files, also known as American-pattern and machinists' files, are used to remove material quickly.
Precision files, also known as Swiss-pattern files, are made to exacting measurements to ensure smoothness and are useful for finishing delicate and intricate parts.
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Files for Plastics, Laminates, and Fiberglass
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Extra-sharp teeth cut quickly. These files do not include a handle but do have a tang that fits into a handle. Length does not include the tang.
Single Cut—Surface has one set of diagonal teeth and is often used with light pressure to slowly remove material.
Rapid Cut—Diamond-shaped teeth quickly remove material.
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Lg. | Wd. | Thick. | Edge Tooth Style | For Use On | Each | |
Single-Cut Faces | ||||||
8" | 3/4" | 1/8" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 000000 |
10" | 15/16" | 3/16" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" | 1 1/8" | 3/16" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
14" | 1 5/16" | 1/4" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
Rapid-Cut Faces | ||||||
10" | 15/16" | 3/16" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" | 1 1/8" | 3/16" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
14" | 1 5/16" | 1/4" | Single Cut | Plastic, Laminate, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
Digital Durometer Hardness Testers
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Measure the hardness of flat materials, such as plastic, rubber, and laminate. For more information about durometer scales, please see the bottom of About Rubber.
These testers come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they’ve passed a test for accuracy. A maximum-reading indicator holds the highest reading until reset. Use the USB/RS-232 port for direct connection to your PC.
For Durometer Hardness Scale | Hardness Measuring Range | Measuring Increments | Accuracy | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Min. Material Thick. | Max. Display Rotation Angle | Batteries Included | Specifications Met | Features | Each | |
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A | 0-100 | 1 | ±1% | 6 1/8" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/8" | 1/4" | 270° | Yes | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator, Tolerance-Setting High/Low Buttons, USB and RS-232 Connectivity | 00000000 | 000000000 |
D | 0-100 | 1 | ±1% | 6 1/8" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/8" | 1/4" | 270° | Yes | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator, Tolerance-Setting High/Low Buttons, USB and RS-232 Connectivity | 00000000 | 00000000 |
Test Blocks for Durometer A Hardness—Seven 2" x 2" Test Blocks (Durometer 30A-90A) | 0000000 | Each | 0000000 |
Durometer Hardness Testers
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Measure the hardness of flat materials, such as plastic, rubber, and laminate. For more information about durometer scales, please see the bottom of About Rubber.
Style 1 testers can be held in your hand or mounted to a stand with the included knob.
Style 2 testers have a narrow base for access to confined areas. They can be held in your hand or mounted to a stand with the included knob.
Style 3 testers come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they've passed a test for accuracy.
Testers with maximum-reading indicator hold the highest reading until reset.
For Durometer Hardness Scale | Hardness Measuring Range | Measuring Increments | Accuracy | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Dia. | Min. Material Thick. | Specifications Met | Features | Each | |
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A | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 000000 | 000000000 |
D | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 000000 | 00000000 |
Style 2 | ||||||||||||
A | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 00000000 | 00000000 |
D | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 00000000 | 00000000 |
O | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 00000000 | 00000000 |
OO | 0-100 | 1 | ±2 | 4" | 2 1/4" | 1 3/4" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | __ | 00000000 | 00000000 |
Style 3 | ||||||||||||
A | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 6 1/8" | 2 1/4" | 1" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | __ | 00000000 | 000000 |
D | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 6 1/8" | 2 1/4" | 1" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | __ | 00000000 | 000000 |
O | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 6 1/8" | 2 1/4" | 1" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | __ | 00000000 | 000000 |
OO | 0-100 | 1 | ±2 | 6 1/8" | 2 1/4" | 1" | __ | 1/4" | ASTM D2240 | __ | 00000000 | 000000 |
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A | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/2" | 1/4" | __ | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
D | 0-100 | 1 | ±1 | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/2" | 1/4" | __ | Maximum-Reading Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
Test Blocks for Durometer A Hardness—Seven 2" x 2" Test Blocks (Durometer 30A-90A) | 0000000 | Each | 0000000 |