DSPIAE AT-FX01 #400/#800 DLC stainless steel file and its white box on a workbench lit in red

DSPIAE AT-FX01 DLC Coated Stainless Steel File #400/#800

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DSPIAE AT-FX01 #400/#800 DLC stainless steel file and its white box on a workbench lit in red
  • DSPIAE AT-FX01 #400/#800 DLC stainless steel file and its white box on a workbench lit in red
  • DSPIAE AT-FX01 white box printed 400 and 800 beside the dark grey file on white
  • DSPIAE DLC Coated Stainless Steel File title panel: two files marked 400 and 600
  • DSPIAE CNC teeth panel: a file cutting a grey putty block with an even tooth pattern
  • DSPIAE Excellent Flatness panel: a file laid flat on a steel block with no gap
  • DSPIAE panel Two grits on one file: AT-FX01 #400 and #800 double cut, AT-FX02 #600 double cut and #1200 single cut
  • DSPIAE panel: 420 martensitic stainless steel file on ABS, resin and epoxy putty, with filing results at each grit
  • DSPIAE panel: DLC-coated file rinsed under a tap, and grit numbers laser engraved under the coating
  • DSPIAE panel: teeth-free side faces stop the file scratching the next surface on a blue model part
  • DSPIAE panel: micro-bevelled edges, and black AT-FX01 and red AT-FX02 protective sheaths
  • DSPIAE specification for AT-FX01/02: 165 x 10 x 2 mm, 25 g, stainless steel, with precautions
DSPIAE AT-FX01 DLC Coated Stainless Steel File #400/#800
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DSPIAE AT-FX01 DLC Coated Stainless Steel File #400/#800

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Product overview

AT-FX01 is a flat DSPIAE hand file with a different grit on each face: #400 for shaping and #800 for the first round of smoothing, both double cut. The body is 420 martensitic stainless steel with a DLC coating over the whole surface, so you can rinse it under the tap without it rusting, and the grit numbers sit under the coating where they will not wear off. The narrow sides have no teeth, so they will not mark the neighbouring face. It suits ABS, polystyrene, resin and epoxy putty.

  • #400 and #800, double cut
  • 165 × 10 × 2 mm, 25 g
  • Comes in a black protective sheath; store it there after use
  • Not for iron, aluminium or other hard metals, nor soft metals such as tin or gold
  • Brush lightly along the teeth to clean; no wire brushes. Not for children under 14

Notes · Q & A

What's the difference between a needle file and a sanding stick?

Needle files are steel, cut faster and hold their shape for tight spots and metal. Sanding sticks are foam or paper-backed abrasive, kinder to plastic and better for smoothing broad, flat surfaces without gouging.

Which grit should I start with on mould lines?

For plastic, start around 400 grit to knock the line back, then refine with 600–800. Coarser than 400 leaves scratches you then have to chase out, so only go lower for resin flash or heavy work.

Should I file wet or dry?

Wet sanding with a drop of water reduces dust and clogging and gives a finer finish, which matters on resin where the dust is best not inhaled. Dry filing is fine for quick metal work and steel needle files.

How do I stop a file clogging with plastic or resin?

Brush it out with a stiff brass brush along the cut direction. For sanding sticks, tap them clean often. Clogged abrasive stops cutting and starts burnishing, which just polishes the high spots rather than removing them.

Notes · Logistics

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Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

Table · Specification

Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
DSPIAE
Product code
AT-FX01
Type
Tools
Tool type
Hand file
Shipping weight
42 g
Barcode
6977151546814
Dimensions & contents
Net weight
25 g
Tool length
165 mm
Tool width
10 mm
Tool thickness
2 mm
In the box
Protective sheath (black) ×1
Materials & finish
Grit
400 / 800
Material
420 stainless steel

Product

DSPIAE AT-FX01 DLC Coated Stainless Steel File #400/#800

Code (proj)

AT-FX01

Ship. weight

42 g

Brand

DSPIAE

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