DSPIAE Leviathan AT-F01 Extra Fine hobby file with its box and a small brush on a dark workbench lit in red

DSPIAE AT-F01 Leviathan Ultimate Hobby File – Zirconia Ceramic

£35.09

DSPIAE AT-F01 Leviathan Ultimate Hobby File – Zirconia Ceramic

Name: DSPIAE AT-F01 Leviathan Ultimate Hobby File – Zirconia Ceramic
Brand: DSPIAE
SKU: AT-F01
Price: 35.09 GBP
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Product overview

Leviathan AT-F01 is DSPIAE's Extra Fine ceramic hobby file for cleaning up sprue marks and flat faces without leaning on the part. DSPIAE says it has a zirconia coating for hardness and wear resistance, and compares the finish to 1000–1200 grit sandpaper, only sharper and more accurate. Unlike a steel file it does not rust, and running water washes it clean. A soft brush or an old toothbrush clears the dust out.

Grade printed on the box and the file: Extra Fine
Ceramic file with a zirconia coating, rust-proof and washable
Finish compared by DSPIAE to 1000–1200 grit sandpaper
Photos show it with a small brush and a clear storage case

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

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

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.

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