Twist Drill — short, 12.6 mm, 135° tip, Type N, bright finished, HSS‑G, DIN 338

The Twist Drill short Type N 12.6 mm is engineered for precise metal drilling in demanding workshop and industrial applications, offering high stability and standardised performance.

• Short design for improved stability
• HSS‑G ground for sharp, precise holes
• 135° tip optimised for hard materials
• Fully ground shank for excellent runout accuracy
• Made to DIN 338 for standardised quality

Exceptional stability and precise hole quality for metalworking

The Twist Drill in a short execution is designed to reduce overhang and vibration, delivering higher stability and consistent results when drilling metal. The compact geometry shortens the exposed length from the chuck, which lowers the tendency to bend and improves centring at the start of a hole. This makes the tool especially suitable for precise operations on steel components where dimensional accuracy and surface finish matter.

Faster cutting and lower feed forces thanks to HSS‑G grind

A HSS‑G (ground High Speed Steel) geometry provides very sharp cutting edges and a clean flute profile, enabling up to 40% faster drilling and requiring less feed force compared with conventional HSS drills. The 135° tip reduces initial thrust and is better suited to tough or work‑hardened materials; it shortens dwell time on contact and improves chip formation for a cleaner bore.

Engineered for metal and compatible with common drilling equipment

This short Type N twist drill is intended primarily for metal drilling and is compatible with standard Drilling Machines, both stationary and portable, when used with appropriate clamping and coolant. The fully ground cylindrical shank ensures excellent runout characteristics for use in chucks and collets, while the DIN 338 conformity guarantees dimensional and manufacturing consistency for workshop scheduling and tool replacement.

Who benefits from this tool and recommended use conditions

Machinists, toolroom technicians and maintenance professionals who require reliable, repeatable holes in alloyed and unalloyed steels, castings and hard plastics will find this tool advantageous. For best performance, use with appropriate coolant and moderate spindle speeds for the given diameter, and prefer stationary or well‑supported setups to mitigate breakage risk inherent to very hard or brittle ground tools.

Strong recommendation: Choose MetavCUT’s short HSS‑G Twist Drill Type N 12.6 mm for demanding metalwork — METAV Werkzeuge offers expert, personalised advice and technical support via email info@metav-werkzeuge.com, telephone +49 2822 7131930 and WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 45126-FDA
• Diameter: 12.6 mm
• Total length: 151 mm
• Spiral length: 101 mm
• Tip angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Execution: short
• Colour: bright finished
• Shank design: fully ground
• Material: HSS‑G
• Standard: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• For use in: Drilling Machine
• Model series: Standard Line
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

Is the Twist Drill (MetavCUT Type N) suitable for stainless steel?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N with a 135° tip and HSS‑G ground geometry is well suited for drilling harder materials including stainless steels; the larger tip angle reduces initial thrust and the ground cutting edges produce cleaner chips, though appropriate coolant and moderate speeds are recommended for optimal tool life.

For what are Twist Drills used?
Twist Drills are primarily applied to the machining of high‑strength materials and larger drill diameters; they are relatively simple to regrind and withstand higher loads, making them a common choice for metalworking and heavy‑duty bores.

Which 3 drill types exist?
There are three common drill types: Metal drills, Wood drills, and Masonry/Concrete drills.