File/Rasp BAHCO 168-8-5.5-6 — hand file/rasp model 168-8-5.5-6

BAHCO 168-8-5.5-6 is a hand file/rasp designed for shaping, deburring and finishing surfaces in workshop and maintenance environments. Supplied by BAHCO, this model is intended for manual filing tasks on materials such as wood, soft metals and plastics depending on the selected rasp profile. The tool is appropriate for routine repair and fabrication work where controlled material removal and surface preparation are required.

Advantages

This hand file/rasp provides consistent cutting action and dimensional stability thanks to controlled manufacturing and quality checks at each production stage. It is produced to meet professional expectations for durability and predictable wear, giving reliable performance across repeated use. The product design supports comfortable handling for manual operations and allows precise shaping and smoothing of workpiece edges and contours.

Suitable for

• Carpentry tasks: shaping and smoothing timber components
• Metalworking: deburring and light finishing on soft metals
• Plastic fabrication: trimming and fitting plastic parts
• General maintenance and repair work in workshops and service facilities

Key specifications

• Tool type: hand file / rasp suitable for manual material removal
• Shape: round profile for accessible contour and curved surfaces
• Packaging: multiple files supplied together for repeated use or professional settings
• Target user: professional and workshop users requiring consistent cutting performance
• Quality: production includes material selection and process controls to ensure uniform performance

How to use

Select the appropriate rasp profile for the material and the shape you need to achieve. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vice or clamp to prevent movement. Hold the file with both hands — one guiding on the handle and the other applying steady pressure on the tip — and use controlled forward strokes so that the cutting edges engage the material. Regularly check progress and remove debris from the rasp teeth to maintain cutting efficiency. For best results when working on metals or plastics, avoid excessive force and make several light passes rather than deep cuts.

Usage recommendations

Keep the file clean and store it dry to prevent contamination and preserve cutting performance. Replace or rotate files as they wear to maintain consistent finish quality. Use appropriate personal protective equipment such as eye protection and gloves when filing. Match the rasp profile to the workpiece material and required finish for efficient, predictable results.