Twist Drill — Type N short HSS metal drill, 7.5 mm, 118° tip, black, DIN 338, MetavCUT

The Twist Drill Type N short HSS bit is a compact metalworking drill designed for hand drills and drilling machines, delivering stable, precise holes in steel, cast iron and non‑ferrous metals.

• Short Type N design for high stability
• Suitable for metalworking on drilling machines
• 7.5 mm diameter with 118° tip for clean starts
• Made from HSS for long tool life
• Conforms to DIN 338 for short cylinder‑shank drills

Stable precision for demanding metalwork

The short construction specified by DIN 338 reduces overhang and dramatically increases rigidity, which means the bit resists bending and produces more accurate holes. As a Type N normal‑spiral tool, this 7.5 mm drill offers predictable chip evacuation and constant cutting geometry—advantages that translate directly into reproducible hole quality and less rework for workshops and maintenance teams. For tasks where repeatability matters, the compact design is the decisive practical benefit.

Easier centring and lower feed forces with a 118° tip

A 118° tip angle balances fast penetration and reliable centring on typical metal surfaces; the geometry reduces the initial cutting area so the drill starts cleanly without excessive wobble. The tip can be resharpened easily to restore cutting performance, and the reduced querschneide after precision sharpening lowers friction and required feed forces. These characteristics shorten cycle times on hand and bench drills while preserving drill life.

HSS material for versatility and resilience

Made from HSS (High Speed Steel), this short bit withstands higher temperatures and retains hardness under load, making it suitable for alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast iron, non‑ferrous metals and many plastics. The material choice enables controlled cutting at moderate speeds and allows straightforward resharpening in‑house, which keeps replacement costs down and supports continuous operation in busy workshops.

Recommended applications and machine compatibility

Built for metal drilling, this bit is optimised for use in Hand Drills and stationary drilling machines where short overhang improves stability. Typical uses include production drilling, maintenance, and repair where a reliable, durable hole is required. The normal spiral makes it less suited for soft‑wood applications but ideal where chip formation and evacuation are critical. For precision work on thin or plated parts, the short length reduces chatter and improves surface finish.

Strong recommendation: Choose the MetavCUT short Type N HSS Twist Drill for precise metalworking — METAV Werkzeuge offers expert advice and technical support via 📧 info@metav-werkzeuge.com, ☎️ +49 2822 7131930 or ✔️ WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

Technical Information

• Bezeichnung: Twist Drill
• Marke: MetavCUT
• SKU: 40075-FDA
• Typ: Type N
• Durchmesser: 7.5 mm
• Spitzenwinkel: 118°
• Ausführung: short
• Material: HSS
• Norm: DIN 338
• Spirallänge (Flute length): 69 mm
• Gesamtlänge (Overall length): 109 mm
• Farbe: black
• Anwendung: Drills for metal
• Für Bohrmaschine: Hand Drill / Drilling Machine
• Bezeichnung (englisch): Twist Drill
• Hersteller: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What is a Twist Drill used for and which materials suit this MetavCUT Type N drill?
A MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N is primarily used for metalworking; the short HSS design excels when drilling alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast iron, non‑ferrous metals and many plastics, providing reliable chip removal and durable cutting performance.

Why are Twist Drills ground to a tip angle like 118°?
The 118° geometry on the MetavCUT Type N Twist Drill reduces the cross‑cut at the tip, which lowers friction and feed forces; this sharpening makes centring easier and requires less push during drilling, improving start behavior and precision.

For what applications are Twist Drills typically used?
Twist Drills are widely applied when machining high‑strength materials and larger diameters; they are easy to resharpen and remain robust under higher loads, which makes the MetavCUT short HSS variant suitable for production and repair work.

Which three drill types exist?
The main drill categories are metal drills, wood drills and stone/concrete drills; the MetavCUT Type N Twist Drill belongs to the metal drill category and is optimised for those materials.

Can a metal drill be used to drill wood?
A metal drill, such as the MetavCUT Type N Twist Drill, can be used in wood but generally gives less guidance and a rougher finish compared with dedicated wood bits; however, metal drills are easier to regrind and typically show lower self‑feeding behavior.

At which depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
A full‑bore hole is often executed with a Twist Drill; for diameters up to 20 mm and hole depths up to 100 mm, the short HSS twist drill is among the most commonly used tools.

Is HSS or HSSE better?
The belief that HSSE steels are categorically superior to HSS is not universally true; evaluate working conditions first—higher cost of HSSE is justified only when the application demands its specific advantages over standard HSS.