File/Rasp Bahco 168-COMBI-4.8 Length 200 mm

The BAHCO File/Rasp 168-COMBI-4.8 in 200 mm length is a combined-cut hand tool designed for shaping, smoothing and refining edges on a variety of materials. Its overall length of 200 mm provides a balance between reach and control, while the combi cut pattern integrates cutting and rasping action in one tool. The tool is suitable for work on soft metals, wood, plastics and other common workshop materials where a medium-coarse abrasive action is required.

Advantages

This combined file/rasp offers durable cutting performance with a consistent tooth pattern that helps maintain shape and control during use. The 200 mm length is practical for both detailed work and moderate material removal. The combi cut gives a compromise between fast stock removal and finer finishing, allowing a single tool to perform multiple steps. The tool's construction supports reliable handling and stable results across repeated operations.

Suitable for

• Shaping and deburring soft metals such as aluminum and brass
• Smoothing and profiling wooden components
• Trimming and shaping plastic parts
• General workshop maintenance and DIY repair tasks

Key specifications

• Tool type: combined-cut file/rasp
• Effective length: 200 mm
• Cut style: combi (mixed/coarse and medium teeth)
• Application materials: wood, soft metals, plastics and similar materials
• Primary function: shaping, smoothing, deburring and material removal

How to use

Secure the workpiece before filing to prevent movement and ensure consistent results. Hold the file with one hand on the handle and the other hand guiding the tip; apply steady forward strokes using the full length of the file's teeth, lifting on the return stroke to avoid dulling. For controlled stock removal, use moderate pressure and increase stroke count rather than excessive force. Use the coarse side of the combi cut for rapid material removal and the finer side for final shaping and smoothing. Clean accumulated debris from the teeth with a suitable file card or brush to maintain cutting efficiency.

Recommendations

Use appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and gloves. Match the file’s combi cut to the material hardness and the required finish: start with the file for medium removal and progress to finer abrasives if a smoother surface is required. Store the file dry and protected from impacts to preserve tooth geometry and performance.