Twist Drill Type N — HSS‑G, 4.2 mm, 135°, short, bright finished, fully ground shaft, DIN 338

The Twist Drill short Type N for Drilling Machines is engineered for precise metalworking, offering high stability and fast penetration in hardened materials.

• Short HSS‑G drill for high stability
• 4.2 mm diameter with 135° point angle
• Fully ground shank for secure clamping
• Conforms to DIN 338 for metalworking
• Optimised for drilling machines and hand drills

Faster drilling performance with less feed force

Designed for efficiency, the short HSS‑G construction delivers up to 40% faster drilling while requiring 50% less thrust compared with conventional HSS drills. The combination of HSS‑G material and a ground flute geometry reduces friction and heat build‑up, so holes are produced more quickly and with lower machine load. This makes the tool particularly effective for repetitive metalworking tasks where cycle time and operator effort matter.

Built for stability and accuracy in hard materials

The reduced overhang of the short design increases rigidity and minimises deflection during cutting, resulting in straighter holes and improved tolerances. With a 135° point angle the drill resists wandering and is optimised for tougher materials such as stainless steel and hardened alloys. The Type N normal spiral offers a reliable balance between chip evacuation and cutting edge strength for standard metalworking applications.

Secure clamping and machine compatibility

A fully ground shaft ensures concentricity and a snug fit in chucks, improving run‑out and enabling consistent performance on both bench and portable Drilling Machines. The overall length of 75 mm with a spiral length of 43 mm provides a compact, robust working length that suits confined setups and reduces vibration. These mechanical features support longer tool life and more predictable results in daily workshop use.

Simple technical background explained

For users less familiar with tooling: HSS‑G stands for ground high‑speed steel, which combines toughness with a sharper cutting geometry after grinding. DIN 338 specifies short twist drills with cylindrical shanks and helps you compare dimensions and tolerances across manufacturers. The 135° point angle indicates a flatter tip suited to harder metals and reduced drilling start time compared with steeper tips.

Who benefits most from this drill

Workshops, maintenance technicians and metal fabricators value the combination of speed, stability and durability offered by this short HSS‑G Type N drill. It is particularly suited to tasks where precision in steel, castings and non‑ferrous metals is required and where a compact, reliable tool reduces rework and tool changes.

We recommend MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N with HSS‑G for demanding metalworking tasks — for further technical advice or to confirm compatibility with your application contact METAV Werkzeuge: info@metav-werkzeuge.com, Tel. +49 2822 7131930, WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Twist Drill
• Marke: MetavCUT
• SKU: 27042-FDA
• Diameter: 4.2 mm
• Point angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Execution: short
• Finish/Colour: bright finished
• Shaft design: fully ground
• Spiral length: 43 mm
• Overall length: 75 mm
• Material: HSS‑G
• Standard: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• Series: Basic Line
• For drilling machine: Drilling Machine
• Hersteller: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What is the Twist Drill used for and which materials is it suitable for?
The Twist Drill from MetavCUT, Type N, is primarily used for machining high‑strength materials and larger drill diameters; it is well suited to alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast steel, cast iron, sintered iron, malleable iron, non‑ferrous metals and hard plastics, offering easy regrinding and reliable performance under heavier loads.

Which three drill types exist?
The main categories are metal drills (often HSS), wood drills, and stone/concrete drills; the MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N belongs to the metal drill group and is optimised for metalworking applications.