Twist Drill Type N — 0.9 mm | 118° Tip Angle | HSS | Short | Black | DIN 338 (MetavCUT)

The Twist Drill Type N by MetavCUT is a precision metalworking drill bit designed for accurate, low-deflection drilling in metal using hand drills or drilling machines.

• Twist Drill Type N, 0.9 mm Diameter
• Short HSS design for greater Stability
• Conforms to DIN 338 for short spiral drills
• 118° Tip Angle for reliable centring on curved surfaces

Higher precision through short HSS construction

The combination of HSS Material and a Short Design reduces vibration and bending during machining, resulting in consistently round holes and extended tool life. For jobs that demand accuracy—such as fitting dowels, producing locating holes or small-bore metalwork—the reduced free length improves Stability and prevents chatter. The 0.9 mm Diameter makes this bit suitable for fine, precise work in both alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast iron and non‑ferrous Metals while remaining easy to regrind if necessary.

Reliable standardisation and machine compatibility

Manufactured to DIN 338, this twist drill provides uniform geometry and repeatable performance across batches. The standard specifies short spiral drills with cylindrical shanks, which are especially suited to operation on both stationary and portable machines. As a result, workshops benefit from predictable behaviour and simplified tool management. The Type N spiral geometry is the classic choice for general metal drilling and performs stably in conventional Drilling Machines and Hand Drills without the need for specialised holders.

Practical advantages for metalworking professionals

For professional users, the bit’s construction translates into two clear benefits: easier centring on the workpiece and lower risk of breakage at small diameters. The 118° Tip Angle promotes self-centring on softer faces while the HSS composition ensures elasticity that reduces fracture risk for holes below 6 mm. This makes the tool appropriate for precise tasks in maintenance, prototyping and small-series production where repeatability and handling safety are priorities.

Simple explanation of tips and maintenance

A smaller Tip Angle like 118° decreases the effective cross‑cut at the point and improves starting behaviour on curved or non-flat surfaces, reducing the tendency to wander. Occasional resharpening restores geometry; HSS material allows low-temperature manufacturing and efficient regrinding compared with some coated or high-alloy alternatives. Keep cutting speeds moderate and use appropriate lubrication for long tool life when drilling harder materials.

For precision metalwork choose the MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N — expert technical advice and order support are available from METAV Werkzeuge: info@metav-werkzeuge.com | Tel +49 2822 7131930 | WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 40009-FDA
• Type: Type N
• Diameter: 0.9 mm
• Spiral Length: 11 mm
• Overall Length: 32 mm
• Execution: short
• Material: HSS
• Standard: DIN 338
• Tip Angle: 118°
• Colour: black
• For Use With: Drilling Machine / Hand Drill
• Application: Drills for Metal
• Packaging Unit: 10
• Hersteller: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What is a Twist Drill used for?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N is mainly used for machining high‑strength materials and larger drill diameters; it is a common choice when working with Metals because its form is easy to regrind and it withstands greater mechanical loads.

Which three drill types exist?
In general tool classification there are Metal drill bits, Wood drill bits and Masonry/Concrete drill bits; the MetavCUT Twist Drill (Type N) belongs to the Metal drill bit group and is optimised for metalworking tasks.

Why are twist drills pointed?
The pointing of a Twist Drill reduces the cross‑cut at the tip, which significantly lowers friction and therefore the required feed forces; this geometry also improves centring of the tip in the Workpiece during the first contact.

Can the MetavCUT Twist Drill be used in wood?
A Metal drill bit such as the MetavCUT Twist Drill can be used in Wood, but guidance is reduced and the hole finish will usually be less clean; these bits are easier to resharpen and tend to have less self‑feeding action compared with dedicated wood drill bits.

For which drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
A through‑hole or a hole in the solid up to typical diameters of 20 mm and depths up to around 100 mm is commonly executed with Spiral or Twist Drills; for the MetavCUT short design, the bit is optimised for precise, shallow to moderate depths where stability matters most.

What is better, HSS or HSSE?
The common view that HSSE steels are always superior to standard HSS is incorrect; when choosing between HSS and HSSE for a MetavCUT Twist Drill, assess whether the specific working conditions justify the higher investment in HSSE.