Twist Drill — Type N short, 3 mm, 135° tip, TIN-coated, HSS‑G, DIN 338

A Twist Drill (Type N) from MetavCUT for precise metal drilling with a short design suited to drilling machines.

• Short design for improved stability
• TIN-coated for extended tool life
• 135° tip angle for hard metals
• Fully ground HSS‑G for precise holes
• Conforms to DIN 338 for short twist drills

Precision and durability that improve metalworking results

The MetavCUT Twist Drill combines a 3 mm diameter with a 135° tip angle and a short overall length to deliver high precision when machining hard materials. The HSS‑G material and fully ground flute geometry enable sharp cutting edges and consistent concentricity, which produce cleaner holes and reduce wobble. This design reduces required feed forces and supports stable drilling on both stationary and portable drilling machines, making it well suited for professional metalworking tasks.

Short length for greater stability and accuracy

A shorter working length reduces overhang and thus vibration, which directly improves hole quality in demanding operations. The short configuration of this Type N twist drill increases stiffness and lowers the risk of deflection when drilling alloys, cast iron or tempered steels. For operators, this means fewer rejected parts and less rework, especially when precise hole position and diameter tolerance are critical in assemblies and components.

Coating and material explained — longer lifetime under load

The TiN coating (TIN‑coated) provides a hard, low-friction surface that reduces wear and heat buildup during metal cutting. When combined with HSS‑G construction, the coating extends tool life and maintains sharpness, especially under intermittent cooling or light lubrication. For users unfamiliar with the term, HSS‑G refers to high‑speed steel that has been ground (G) to produce very sharp cutting edges and high concentric accuracy, which is particularly beneficial for drilling small diameters such as 3 mm.

Application advice and practical use cases

This short Type N twist drill is designed primarily for metal: alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast iron, sintered metals, copper, bronze and hard plastics. The 135° tip angle shortens the initial penetration time for harder materials and improves centring. Use with appropriate coolant or cutting fluid for best wear performance, and prefer steady clamping and minimal overhang to exploit the stability advantages of the short design. For handheld drilling machines, ensure the chuck grip is secure and use steady feed to avoid breakage.

Who benefits most from this tool

Engineers, machinists and maintenance technicians who require repeatable, precise holes in metal parts will find the short Twist Drill especially valuable. The combination of fully ground geometry and TiN coating supports applications where hole quality matters — toolrooms, small-batch fabrication and repair workshops. The tool is also suitable for use in production where short, accurate drill cycles reduce scrap and improve throughput.

Strongly recommended: choose the MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N for demanding metal drilling tasks thanks to its short, stable design and TiN coating — for personal technical advice or further specifications contact METAV Werkzeuge by email at info@metav-werkzeuge.com or by phone on +49 2822 7131930, WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 46030-FDA
• Diameter: 3 mm
• Overall length: 61 mm
• Spiral length: 33 mm
• Tip angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Material: HSS‑G
• Coating/Colour: TIN-coated
• Shank execution: fully ground
• Execution: short
• Standard: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• For use with: Drilling Machine
• Model series: Standard Line
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

For what is a Twist Drill used?
A Twist Drill from MetavCUT, Type N, is primarily used for machining high‑strength materials and larger bore diameters. The geometry of this short, fully ground HSS‑G drill allows relatively easy regrinding and withstands higher mechanical loads, making it suitable for demanding metalworking operations where durability and sharpness are required.

Which three drill types are there?
When selecting drills, the main categories are Metal drills, Wood drills and Stone/Concrete drills. The MetavCUT Twist Drill (Type N) falls into the Metal drills category and is optimised for steel, cast iron and other non‑ferrous metals.