6 best files

One of the oldest tools for processing parts and blanks is a file. Even today, he enjoys high popularity among home craftsmen as well as professional mechanics, carpenters and carpenters. The tool is simple and reliable, it consists of a working part (blade) and a handle. To choose a useful and effective set of files, you should listen to the recommendations of experts of expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/.

How to choose a file

The shape of the working part. There are several popular blade shapes in files. They are selected taking into account the features of the treated surface.

1. Flat is best suited for machining flat surfaces.
2. Triangular is convenient when working with grooves, grooves and internal holes.
3. The square working part helps the master to increase the hole, to make right angles in the internal cavities.
4. Round is required for sharpening chains, processing holes and concave surfaces.
5. Semicircular are versatile. With their help, it is possible to make roundings and smooth surfaces.

Features notches. The working part of the files is different in size and direction of the notches. When choosing a tool, a potential buyer should take into account a simple rule. The larger the notch, the faster the surface of the workpiece is processed. But after performing the operation on the parts there will be risks, scratches and high roughness. To get a smooth surface, you should choose a file with small notches.

Blade length. The choice of the length of the working part depends on the size of the workpiece. A tool with a blade length of 200-350 mm is optimal for working with large parts. Small surfaces are more convenient to handle with a tool length of 150-180 mm. Files with a length of 200 mm have universal qualities.

Lever. When the tool is used for machining parts for a long time, the ergonomics of the handle become an important parameter. Manufacturers use materials such as wood, plastic, polyurethane, rubber.

1. Wooden handles are traditionally used to equip files and rasps. But they eventually crack, rot, get dirty.
2. Plastic is the cheapest option. The material is not afraid of moisture, it does not crack, just serviced. But the plastic handle is not the most convenient and safe option.
3. Most users like two-component handles, in which the outer surface has a rubberized insert. These pens lie comfortably in your hand and do not slip out during operation.

We have selected 6 best files for review. All of them are widely represented in the trade network of Russia. In compiling the rating, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic consumers were taken into account.

Top file rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top Metal Files	1	nforce 06-09-54 5 pieces	2 300 ₽
	2	TOPEX 200 mm grit 2	764 ₽
	3	COBALT number 2, 200 mm, 5 pcs. 247-750	752 ₽
The best wood files	1	NEO 3pcs. 37-600	727 ₽
	2	TOPEX 200 mm, 3 pcs. 06A330	410 ₽
	3	Top Tools 3 pcs. 06A530	158 ₽

Top Metal Files

A distinctive feature of metal files is hard tool steel, which is used in the manufacture of the blade.Kits for metal processing are distinguished by a wealth of forms of working parts. The experts selected several quality tool kits.

Inforce 06-09-54 5 pieces

Rating: 4.9

To handle the entire range of metal surfaces allows a set of files Inforce 06-09-54. It consists of 5 tools that differ in the shape of the blade. With the help of files you can handle flat, angular, rounded, concave and convex surfaces. The experts liked polyurethane handles the most. They do not slip in the hand, which makes the work as safe as possible. In addition, polyurethane is resistant to gasoline and oil. For high-quality manufacturing, safety and reliability, the Russian-Chinese set becomes the winner of our rating.

Users flatter about strong, durable blades, ergonomic handles and comfortable shape. Of the disadvantages of a high price.

A set of files for metal 200 mm grit 2 TOPEX

Rating: 4.8

Polish-Chinese product TOPEX 06A250 is perfect for handicraft with metal. All tools have a length of 200 mm, the grain of the blades is 2. The experts noted the high strength of the working part. It is made of steel T12, the material makes the blades wear-resistant and durable. All tools are equipped with ergonomic two-component handles that lie comfortably in the palm of your hand. For good steel, a smooth notch and an affordable price, the set takes an honorable second place.

Consumers include rubber-coated handles, their tight fit on the working part, an acceptable price. Among the shortcomings should be noted rough handling of the end of the files.

COBALT number 2, 200 mm, 5 pcs. 247-750

Rating: 4.7

A variety of work, starting with chamfering and ending with the expansion of holes, can be performed using COBALT 247-750. The kit consists of 5 products that differ in the shape of the blade. The working part has a double cross notch, it is made at an angle of 45 and 65 degrees. Thanks to this design, the accuracy of the surface to be treated is 0.02 ... 0.15 mm. Blades of files are made of U13 tool steel, hardness reaches 62 Rockwell units. For convenience, the manufacturer has equipped the files with two-component handles. Rubber linings prevent slipping even in a wet hand.

Users appreciated the quality of manufacture and affordable price. The disadvantages of the set they include the fragility of the working surface.

The best wood files

Razor notch possess blades files on the tree. Manufacturers use less hard steel, paying more attention to the ergonomics of the handle. The specialists liked the following sets of files for wood.

NEO 3pcs. 37-600

Rating: 4.9

The wooden surface can be qualitatively processed using the NEO 37-600 set of rasps. The kit includes a flat, round and semi-circular tool that allows you to perform a wide range of operations. The experts liked T12 alloy steel, all blades were made of it. A distinctive feature of the working part of the rasp was high hardness, thanks to which the tool will serve for many years. The manufacturer also took care of safety during the work. Handles of a rasp are made of two-component non-slip material. The product ranks first in our ranking.

Domestic carpenters and carpenters speak flatteringly about the reliability and durability of the Polish-Chinese set of rasps. The tool is convenient and safe in work.

TOPEX rasps set of 200 mm, 3 pcs. 06A330

Rating: 4.8

Another Polish-Chinese set of rasps falls into our ranking. Experts gave the second line to the TOPEX 06A330 kit. It consists of 3 rasps with a flat, round and semicircular shape of the working part. The set is designed for processing wooden blanks. The tool length is 200 mm, which allows it to be used in a variety of situations. The versatility of the set is organically supplemented by an affordable price. It should also be noted, and two-component handles, they lie comfortably in your hand and do not slip during operation.

Users consider the strengths of the rasps to be very comfortable handles, the brush does not get tired even after prolonged use. The disadvantages include rough wood processing.

Top Tools 3 pcs. 06A530

Rating: 4.7

At the most attractive price sold on the Russian market Top Tools 06A530. It consists of three tools with traditional blade shapes (round, flat, semicircular). The length of the tools is 280 mm, and the weight is 0.19 kg. The working part is made of carbon steel, which ensures durability of the tool when working with wood of any species. Bright red pens have a convenient shape, for their manufacture the manufacturer used plastic. Experts have appreciated the availability of a set, good technical parameters, for which he falls into the top three of our rating.

Users when buying do not expect miracles from the budget set. They point out such tool flaws as uncomfortable handles and rough blade handling.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.