Which one of the following is a multi-point cutting tool?

Explanation:

• The filling is a method for removing excess material from a workpiece by using a file that acts as a cutting tool.
• File grades are determined by the spacing of the teeth.
• It comes under a multi-point cutting tool because at a time multiple teeth removes the material.
• There are the following types of files used:
  • A bastard file
  • A rough file
  • A second cut file 
  • A smooth file 
  • A dead smooth file 
  • A triangular file 

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Hammer

• Hammers are used for striking purposes while chipping, riveting, punching, forging, straightening, bending etc.
• Hammers are usually made of high carbon steels.

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Chisel

• Chisel is a hand cutting tool used by fitters for chipping and cutting-off operations.
• It comes under a single-point cutting tool.
• Common types of chisels:
  • Flat chisel
  • Cross-cut chisel
  • Diamond chisel
  • Half-round nose chisel

Scrapers

• Mechanical Scrapers Tool are made up of old files and the cutting edge of the scraper is hardened and tempered.
• They are mainly used to scrap metal surfaces by rubbing the work surface.
• It comes under a single-point cutting tool.
• The following types of scrappers according to shape are commonly classified as
  • Flat
  • Hook
  • Triangular
  • Half-round