MetavCUT Twist Drill (4.6 mm, 135°) — Type N, HSS-G, short, Bright Finished

The MetavCUT Twist Drill is a short Type N drill designed for precision metalworking on Drilling Machines and suitable for demanding materials.

• Short HSS-G design for greater stability
• 4.6 mm diameter for precise metal holes
• 135° point angle for hard materials
• Fully ground shank for high runout accuracy
• Conforms to DIN 338 for reliable quality

Engineered for precise metal drilling and clean holes

This short Twist Drill is manufactured from HSS‑G and optimised for metal applications, delivering consistently clean holes in alloyed and unalloyed Steel, Cast Steel and Non‑Ferrous Metals. The fully ground geometry provides very sharp cutting edges and improved concentricity, which reduces wobble and produces accurate bores. For workshop environments where repeatable hole quality matters, this tool translates machine settings into predictable results and reduces rework.

Short length reduces deflection and increases control

A reduced overall length and a shorter flute length mean markedly improved stiffness and less tendency to bend under load. This design yields higher dimensional accuracy when drilling in tough materials and allows for more confident feed rates. The shorter HSS variant can enable up to 40% faster drilling and requires about 50% less feed force compared with conventional HSS drills of similar diameter, making it especially suitable for precision work on stationary or portable Drilling Machines.

Optimised geometry and material for demanding applications

With a 135° point angle and Type N normal spiral, the cutter is tailored to penetrate harder workpieces with less walking and better centring. The HSS‑G (ground) fabrication process results in sharp flutes that excel at chip evacuation and produce clean hole walls; however, for best life expectancy the tool is recommended for use with appropriate coolant and controlled speeds. Typical applications include machining Steel, Cast Iron, Sintered Iron, Tempered Materials and Hard Plastics where stability and hole quality are priorities.

Who benefits and practical recommendations for use

Metalworkers, toolrooms and industrial maintenance teams gain the most from this short, stable design when accuracy and surface finish are critical. Use the drill in a proper chuck or collet with minimal overhang and maintain coolant or cutting fluid for long runs. Because ground drills can be more brittle than rolled variants, avoid heavy side loads and prefer controlled, axial drilling in fixed or supported setups. For questions about optimal speeds or machine compatibility, METAV Werkzeuge offers competent technical advice and workflow support.

For precision metal drilling choose the MetavCUT short HSS‑G Twist Drill for stable, fast and accurate results — for technical questions or purchase guidance contact METAV Werkzeuge by email at info@metav-werkzeuge.com or by phone at +49 2822 7131930; WhatsApp support is available at +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 45046-FDA
• Diameter: 4.6 mm
• Point Angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Execution: short
• Material: HSS-G
• Spiral/Flute Length: 47 mm
• Overall Length: 80 mm
• Shank Execution: fully ground
• Colour / Finish: bright finished
• For Drilling Machine: Drilling Machine
• Model Series: Standard Line
• Norm: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What materials is the MetavCUT Twist Drill suitable for?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill (Type N) is primarily intended for drilling Steel, Cast Steel, Cast Iron, Sintered Iron, Tempered Metals, Non‑Ferrous Metals and Hard Plastics, offering reliable performance where a stable short HSS‑G geometry is required.

Is this Twist Drill suitable for hand drills or only machine tools?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill is designed for use on Drilling Machines; while it can be used in robust portable drills, optimal results and tool life are achieved in stationary or well‑supported machine setups due to the short, stiff design.

For what is a Twist Drill used?
A Twist Drill is mainly applied to the machining of high‑strength workpieces and larger hole diameters. The ground geometry is easy to re‑grind and withstands higher loads.

Which 3 drill types exist?
The three primary drill types are Metal Drill, Wood Drill and Masonry/Concrete Drill.

Why are Twist Drills pointed?
Pointing reduces the cross‑cut at the tip of the Twist Drill, lowering friction and therefore required feed force, while improving centring of the tip in the workpiece.

Can a metal drill be used to drill wood?
A Metal Drill can be used in Wood, but guidance and hole finish are poorer; however, metal drills are easier to re‑grind and exhibit less aggressive self‑feed.

For which drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
Spiral drilling into solid material is commonly performed with Twist Drills; they are most frequently used for diameters up to 20 mm and drilling depths up to 100 mm.

Which is better, HSS or HSSE?
General assumptions that HSSE materials are always superior to HSS are incorrect; the right choice depends on working conditions and whether the higher purchase cost of HSSE is justified.