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NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular, Bastard Cut, 16 in Lg without Tang, 1 9/16 in Wd - Tapered Double-Cut Rectangular Files
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NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular, Bastard Cut, 16 in Lg without Tang, 1 9/16 in Wd

The NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular is a tapered double-cut rectangular file with a bastard cut, measuring 16 in length without tang, 1 9/16 in width, and 11/32 in thickness (MPN 03980NN). It features a…

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Machinists File: Rectangular, Bastard Cut, 16 in Lg without Tang, 1 9/16 in Wd
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Manufacturer Part Number
03980NN
Type
Bastard Cut
Wd
1 9/16 in
Thick
11/32 in
Lg Without Tang
16 in
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Product Description

The NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular is a tapered double-cut rectangular file with a bastard cut, measuring 16 in length without tang, 1 9/16 in width, and 11/32 in thickness (MPN 03980NN). It features a natural finish. 3G Electric interprets customer demand and delivers genuine industrial equipment across 14 departments—and far more—with specialist depth in combustion, pumps and controls as an authorised distributor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular used for?

This NICHOLSON tapered double-cut rectangular file with a bastard cut is used for rapid material removal and shaping on metal, wood, and plastic. Its 16 in length without tang and 1 9/16 in width provide leverage for heavy stock removal in industrial machining and fabrication applications.

What are the specifications of the NICHOLSON 03980NN file?

The NICHOLSON 03980NN is a 16 in long without tang, 1 9/16 in wide, 11/32 in thick rectangular file with a bastard cut and natural finish. It is a tapered double-cut file designed for aggressive material removal in metalworking and general industrial tasks.

Where to buy a NICHOLSON Machinists File in worldwide?

3G Electric supplies and delivers the NICHOLSON Machinists File: Rectangular (MPN 03980NN) to worldwide locations. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics and customs clearance to ensure your order arrives at your facility, wherever it is located.

How to select the right NICHOLSON file for metalworking?

Select a NICHOLSON file based on cut, shape, and length. A bastard cut like this 16 in rectangular file is ideal for rapid stock removal on ferrous metals. For finer finishing, choose a second-cut or smooth-cut file. Always match the file shape to the workpiece contour for best results.

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Common applications for NICHOLSON
Industrial steam condensate removal — Nicholson FTN series C-pattern steam traps in process heating systems
Commercial building radiator control — Nicholson N25-FO radiator valves for hot water and steam heating
High-pressure steam line drainage — Nicholson NFT 250 series in-line traps for 250 psi applications
Space-constrained piping layouts — Nicholson H-pattern steam traps for tight installations in manufacturing plants
Corrosive environment steam trapping — Nicholson stainless steel float traps for chemical processing facilities

NICHOLSON Products

3G Electric supplies NICHOLSON tapered double-cut rectangular files. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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