Twist Drill (Type N) — Short HSS‑G Drill, 6.2 mm, 135° Point, Bright Finished, Fully Ground, DIN 338 — MetavCUT

The Twist Drill (Type N) is a short HSS‑G drill designed for precise metalworking tasks on drilling machines and hand drills, optimised for hard materials and stable, accurate hole creation.

• Short design for higher stability
• 6.2 mm diameter for precise holes
• 135° point angle for hard materials
• Fully ground HSS‑G for sharp, accurate cuts
• Conforms to DIN 338 for industrial compatibility

High performance for demanding metal drilling

Built to deliver measurable productivity, this Twist Drill in HSS‑G quality combines a short overall length with a fully ground geometry to reduce vibration and improve centring. The 135° Point Angle eases penetration into harder metals such as stainless steel, while the CNC grinding of the flutes yields very sharp cutting edges and excellent runout accuracy. As a result, users experience up to 40% faster drilling and require 50% less feed force compared with conventional HSS variants, making this tool a rational choice where efficiency and repeatability matter.

Short geometry that increases stability and precision

A shorter projection from the chuck significantly reduces lever forces and deflection during drilling. The short design is therefore particularly suitable for operations where tight tolerances and straight, burr‑reduced holes are required. Because the flutes and cutting lips are produced by grinding rather than rolling, the drill achieves a cleaner hole surface and better dimensional consistency, especially when used with appropriate coolant and stationary or well‑supported setups.

Material and cutting geometry explained for every user

The HSS‑G (ground high speed steel) construction provides a balance of hardness and toughness for machining a wide range of metals. The designation Type N denotes the classic normal helix geometry tailored for metalworking; it is not optimised for soft timbers. Compliance with DIN 338 ensures standardised dimensions and shank form for easy mounting in chucks and toolholders. For less experienced users: a larger point angle reduces the tendency to wander on tough surfaces and shortens the time to break through the material.

Where this drill delivers the most value

This short Twist Drill is aimed at professional workshops and maintenance teams that work with alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast materials, non‑ferrous metals and hard plastics. It excels in jobs on bench drills and machine tools where stiffness is available and precise hole geometry is required. If the work involves deep, flexible setups or timber, consider dedicated long‑form or wood drills instead to match the application.

MetavCUT recommends this Type N short HSS‑G Twist Drill for precision metalwork — for technical advice or to check suitability for a specific task, contact METAV Werkzeuge: info@metav-werkzeuge.com • Phone +49 2822 7131930 • WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

Technical Information

• Designation: Twist Drill (Short)
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 45062-FDA
• Diameter: 6.2 mm
• Point Angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Material: HSS‑G (ground high speed steel)
• Finish/Colour: Bright Finished
• Shank Execution: Fully Ground
• Overall Length: 101 mm
• Spiral Length: 63 mm
• Application: Drills for Metal / Drilling Machine / Hand Drill use
• Norm: DIN 338
• Execution: Short
• Model Series: Standard Line
• Shaft Treatment: Geschliffen (ground)
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What is a Twist Drill used for and which materials suit the MetavCUT Type N short drill?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N is primarily used for drilling metal; it is well suited to alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast materials, non‑ferrous metals and hard plastics, offering reliable centring and clean hole walls when used on drilling machines or supported hand drills.

Why choose a short Twist Drill like the MetavCUT Type N for precision work?
A short Twist Drill reduces overhang and bending, improving stability and rotational accuracy; the ground geometry of the MetavCUT Type N gives sharp cutting edges that help achieve precise diameters and reduce burr formation.

For what is a Twist Drill mainly used?
A Twist Drill is primarily applied in the machining of high‑strength materials and for larger hole diameters; its ground form is easy to sharpen and withstands greater loads, making it suitable for difficult metalworking tasks.

Which three drill types exist?
There are three main drill categories: Metal drills, Wood drills, Stone/Concrete drills.

Why are Twist Drills points de‑pointed (split)?
Splitting the point reduces the cross‑edge at the tip, lowering friction and therefore the required feed force; it also improves centring of the tip in the workpiece.

Can a metal Twist Drill be used to drill wood?
A metal drill can be used in wood, but guidance is poorer and hole finish is less clean; metal drills are easier to resharpen and have a lower self‑feed tendency compared with dedicated wood drills.

At which drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
Twist Drills are typically used for through‑hole drilling; for diameters up to 20 mm and depths up to 100 mm, the Twist Drill remains the most commonly employed tool.

Is HSS or HSSE better?
The general assumption that HSSE is categorically superior to HSS is not universally correct; when choosing, evaluate whether the working conditions justify the higher cost of HSSE for your specific application.