Twist Drill Type N — 5.2 mm, 135°, HSS‑G, short, bright finished, DIN 338 (MetavCUT)

The Twist Drill Type N is a short HSS‑G metal drilling bit designed for stable, precise drilling in hard materials and for use in drilling machines and hand drills.

• Short HSS‑G bit for stable, precise drilling
• 135° point angle for harder materials
• Fully ground shank for accurate centring
• Conforms to DIN 338 for short twist drills
• Spiral length 52 mm with total length 86 mm

High‑efficiency HSS‑G performance for tough metals

This short HSS‑G Twist Drill delivers a measurable increase in drilling speed and reduced thrust compared with conventional HSS bits. Because the substrate is ground and optimised for harder alloys, the 135° point angle is particularly effective when working with stainless steel and other high‑strength materials. The result is less heat build‑up and a lower risk of workpiece deformation, which translates into consistent hole quality and longer tool life. The Type N geometry preserves chip evacuation while maintaining sufficient cutting edge strength.

Short design for greater stability and precise results

A short design as defined by DIN 338 reduces overhang and therefore minimises deflection during machining. With a spiral length of 52 mm and a total length of 86 mm, this configuration improves concentricity and repeatability when used in fixed drilling machines or handheld drills. The fully ground shank ensures secure clamping and accurate centring in the chuck, lowering the chance of wobble and producing cleaner bores even in demanding metalworking tasks.

Tailored for metalworkers and maintenance professionals

Engineered for metal applications, this Type N bit is suitable for alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast steel, cast iron, sintered iron, non‑ferrous metals and hard plastics. Workshops, mechanical maintenance teams and precision fabricators benefit from the combination of robust HSS‑G material and the short, stable geometry. The focused design reduces rework and improves throughput in serial operations while the familiar twist geometry keeps the tool simple to handle and resharpen.

Practical guidance and the advantage of the 135° point

The 135° point angle increases the contact area at the tip and reduces the likelihood of walking on curved or hardened surfaces. Sharpening and the specific point geometry lower friction and, consequently, the required feed forces. For best results, match cutting speeds and feeds to the workpiece material and use appropriate coolant when machining stainless or high‑alloy steels. This approach extends service life and maintains hole accuracy over multiple cycles.

Strong recommendation: the MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N with HSS‑G construction is ideal for demanding metal drilling tasks — for technical advice or support contact METAV Werkzeuge via eMail info@metav-werkzeuge.com, phone +49 2822 7131930 or WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill 5.2 mm Type N
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 27052-FDA
• Diameter: 5.2 mm
• Material: HSS‑G
• Point angle: 135°
• Execution: short
• Spiral length: 52 mm
• Total length: 86 mm
• Shank execution: fully ground
• Colour / Finish: bright finished
• Applicable for: Drilling Machine, Hand Drill
• Standard: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• Model series: Basic Line
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

For what is a Twist Drill used?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N is primarily used for machining high‑strength materials and larger drill diameters; its geometry and HSS‑G construction make it suitable for demanding metal drilling tasks where higher loads and abrasion resistance are required. The shape is relatively simple to resharpen and remains robust under heavy use.

Which three drill types exist?
Commonly distinguished drill types are metal drills, wood drills and stone/concrete drills; the MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N belongs to the metal drill category and is optimised for machining a range of ferrous and non‑ferrous materials.