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How Files Work in Material Removal

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What is the purpose of the teeth on a file?

To act as small chisels, removing small chips of material (correct)

To hold the handle in place

To increase the weight of the file

To provide a comfortable grip for the user

What is the area between the tang and the teeth of a file called?

The heel (correct)

The point

The edge

The back

What is the main surface of a file where the teeth are cut?

The back

The point

The faces (correct)

The edge

Why is it important to choose the correct file for the job?

Because there are many different types, shapes, and sizes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the surface being filed when pressure is applied to the file?

The teeth penetrate the surface (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a safe edge on a file?

To allow for the cleaning of corners without damaging adjacent faces (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of cutting and the finish given to the work in filing?

The depth and spacing of the file's cutting teeth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a roughing process in filing?

To alter the size of a part by removing a considerable amount of material (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a single-cut file?

It has one set of parallel teeth (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of varying the direction of the cutting motion in filing?

To produce a curved surface (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the grade of cut that refers to the fineness of the file's teeth?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the file with curved teeth?

Dreadnaught (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a bastard cut file?

To remove material quickly (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of file is used for filing near 90° shoulders?

Hand safe edge file (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the flat side of a half-round file?

It is double-cut (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which grade of file cuts the most slowly?

Smooth cut (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of a flat file blade?

Rectangular (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where can the flat side of a half-round file be used?

For filing in corners and grooves where the angle is less than 60° (A) Signup and view all the answers