RS PRO 250 mm, Engineers File, Round

RS PRO Round Bastard Cut Rasp

Introducing round rasp engineer files from our trusted and reliable own brand RS PRO, a range of durable rasp files ideal for deburring softer materials such as leather and wood. Rasp files are ideal for use between the cutting stages of a saw and sandpaper. This versatile hand tool is made with sturdy high carbon content steel providing long life and efficiency. RS PRO round rasps are tapered, allowing them to be used in small and confined spaces whilst shaping a hole in materials such as wood. Round rasps files are also compatible with our RS PRO file handles for improved comfort and control.

Features and benefits

• Compatible with our range of ergonomic file handles
• Made with durable high carbon content steel
• A round design that is ideal for deburring and shaping convex surfaces
• Bastard cut rasp for rapid deburring and removal of material

Common applications

• Engineers files and rasps are a type of hand tool designed to deburr, cut and shape a range of materials such as wood, metal, plastic and more. Flat, half-round, round, square and triangular files and rasps can be used in a variety of applications such as:
• Workshops
• Carpentry
• Sculpting
• DIY

What is a rasp file?

• A rasp is a coarse type of hand file that is designed to rapidly deburr and remove excess wood. Rasp teeth tend to be more coarse to allow for the wood to be easily cut and shaped at a faster rate.

What material can this file be used with?

• Rasp files are ideal for filing and shaping softer materials such as wood.

What is the cut of the file?

• The cut of a file or rasp refers to how fine or rough the teeth are. In this case, the RS PRO round rasp features a bastard cut which is rough, allowing for rapid removal of material. 

What other types of rasps are there?

• Like files, rasps are available in a range of shapes to suit a variety of tasks. The following rasps are the most common:
• Cabinet rasp - Ideal for the initial shaping stages
• Round rasp - Perfect for concave and convex surfaces
• Half-round rasp - Similar to a round rasp, with the addition of a flat surface
• Square rasp - Great for angular shapes and notches
• Needle rasp - Excellent for finer detail and tight spaces