Twist Drill — Type N short, 10.5 mm, 135° tip, TiN-coated, short execution, DIN 338, HSS‑G

The Twist Drill is a short Type N HSS‑G metalworking drill designed for stable, precise holes in hard materials and suitable for use in drilling machines.

• Short design for increased stability
• 10.5 mm diameter for precise metal holes
• 135° tip for harder materials like stainless steel
• TiN-coated for extended tool life
• Fully ground shank for high runout accuracy

Precise results in demanding metalworking

A short, fully ground HSS‑G twist drill delivers concentrated stability that reduces bending and runout during cutting. The 10.5 mm diameter combined with a 135° tip is tailored for harder materials; the larger tip angle shortens the initial penetration and helps centre the tool when starting a hole. Type N (normal spiral) describes the classical geometry for metal drilling and is therefore ideal when accurate, repeatable holes are required in steels and non‑ferrous metals.

Faster cutting with lower feed forces

Thanks to the ground flute geometry, this short drill requires significantly less axial pressure compared with conventional HSS drills, which improves operator comfort and reduces machine strain. The shorter overhang also increases stiffness, leading to cleaner bore surfaces and longer tool life under comparable conditions. For customers who value throughput, the ground design contributes directly to improved performance on stationary and portable drilling equipment.

Coating that extends service intervals

The TiN‑coating (Titanium Nitride) on the surface reduces friction and wear during metal cutting, especially when combined with appropriate coolant. This layer helps to lower thermal load at the cutting edge and thereby prolongs the effective life of the tool when working with alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast materials and non‑ferrous metals. For operations where maintenance intervals matter, the coating offers a tangible durability benefit.

Built for workshop machines and professional use

Engineered according to DIN 338 and manufactured as a short variant, this tool suits both stationary drilling machines and portable drilling setups when high precision is required. The fully ground shank ensures superior concentricity, making it especially suitable for machining centres and jig applications. The tool is part of the Standard Line and supports machining of tempered casts, sintered metals and harder plastics where controlled chip evacuation and edge quality matter.

For precision metalworking tasks choose the MetavCUT short Twist Drill; for expert guidance and to ensure the right tool choice contact METAV Werkzeuge at info@metav-werkzeuge.com or call +49 2822 7131930 (WhatsApp +49 170 2837271) — METAV Werkzeuge provides comprehensive, competent consultation.

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 46105-FDA
• Diameter: 10.5 mm
• Overall length: 133 mm
• Flute length: 87 mm
• Tip angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Execution: short
• Material: HSS-G
• Shank: fully ground
• Coating: TiN-coated
• Standard: DIN 338
• For machine: Drilling Machine
• Application: Drills for metal
• Model series: Standard Line
• Colour: TiN-coated
• 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 it best?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill (short Type N) is primarily used for drilling metal; it performs well in alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast irons, copper alloys and hard plastics, offering precise, repeatable holes in demanding applications.

For what is a Twist Drill mainly applied?
A Twist Drill is mainly applied in the machining of high‑strength materials and for larger drill diameters; its geometry is easy to regrind and withstands considerable loads during cutting.

Which three drill types exist?
The three common drill types are metal drills, wood drills and stone/concrete drills, with the MetavCUT Twist Drill belonging to the metal‑drill category.

Why are twist drills point‑ground?
Point‑grinding reduces the cross‑cut at the tip of a Twist Drill, which lowers friction and therefore reduces required feed forces; simultaneously the ground point improves centring in the workpiece.

Can a metal drill be used to drill wood?
A metal drill such as the MetavCUT Twist Drill can be used in wood, but guidance and finish are inferior compared with dedicated wood drills; metal drills are easier to regrind and typically show less self‑feeding in soft materials.

For which drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
A full‑bore hole is usually executed with a Twist Drill; for diameters up to 20 mm and hole depths up to 100 mm the Twist Drill is the most commonly used tool.

What is better, HSS or HSSE?
The common belief that HSSE is categorically superior to HSS is incorrect; when choosing between HSS and HSSE, evaluate the specific working conditions to determine whether the higher cost of HSSE is justified.