RS PRO 160 mm, Needle File, Crossing

RS PRO Crossing Needle File

Introducing the barrette needle file from our trusted and reliable own brand RS PRO, a durable tapered needle file ideal for deburring and smoothing a range of materials. This filing hand tool is perfect for accessing narrow spaces and filing convex and concave surfaces. The RS PRO crossing file is also compatible with our RS PRO file handles.

Features and benefits

• Durable filing hand tool
• A slimline design ideal for working with confined spaces
• Two varied rounded surfaces to accommodate for a range of concave and convex surfaces
• Compatible with our RS PRO file handles
• Easy to use
• Lightweight design

Common applications

• Crossing needle files feature two rounded cut surfaces that vary in shape sizes allowing you to deburr and cut various concave and convex surfaces. Crossing needle files are commonly used by jewellers and watchmakers and are ideal for use in locksmithing and silversmithing due to the tapered slimline design.

What is the difference between a needle file and a standard file?

• Needle Files and standard files both come in a range of lengths, sizes, shapes and cuts to suit a wide range of applications and materials such as wood, plastic, metal and more. Need files are designed to be used for finer detail filing and access tight spaces with precision due to their slimline design whereas standard files are ideal for rapidly removing excess material and deburr larger areas quickly and efficiently.

Can it be used with a handle?

• RS PRO crossing files are compatible with our range of ergonomic RS PRO file handles to provide extra comfort and control.

File maintenance

• To keep your files clean and working efficiently, it is important to regularly clean them before and after use. A file card or wire brush are ideal as they can easily access the grooves of the file and clear out any dirt or debris that has built up.