MetavCUT Twist Drill 12.5 mm — Short, TIN-coated, HSS-G, 135° (Type N, DIN 338)

A MetavCUT Twist Drill for precision metalworking, a short Type N bit designed for Drilling Machine use and reliable holes in hard materials.

• Short design for high stability in drilling
• TIN-coated for reduced friction and wear
• 135° point angle for hard materials
• Fully ground HSS-G for precise holes
• Conforms to DIN 338 for short twist drills

Increased productivity through robust material and coating

The short HSS-G construction delivers a tangible productivity advantage when working with metals. Thanks to the TIN-coated surface, friction and wear are significantly reduced during cutting, which prolongs tool life under continuous use. This short execution minimises overhang, resulting in greater stability and less tool deflection; as a result, operators achieve more reliable hole quality with lower scrap rates and fewer rework cycles.

Precise results for hard and alloyed steels

Designed with a 135° point angle, this short Twist Drill penetrates harder materials more effectively than standard acute-point drills. The geometry reduces the initial bite and improves centring on tough surfaces such as alloyed steel or temper castings, so precise hole position and dimensional accuracy are easier to reach. For users requiring clean, repeatable bore characteristics, the fully ground flute geometry ensures sharp cutting edges and a high runout accuracy.

Practical benefits for workshop and machine use

Short overall length means improved handling on both portable Drilling Machines and stationary equipment; vibration and chatter are minimised, which benefits surface finish and tool lifetime. The fully ground (HSS-G) manufacturing method produces very sharp cutting lips and clean chip evacuation — this enables up to 40% faster drilling and requires lower feed forces compared with conventional HSS equivalents, provided proper coolant and feed are used.

Compliant design and recommended applications

Manufactured to DIN 338, this Type N short Twist Drill is specified for metalworking tasks and suits materials such as alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast iron, bronze, copper and hard plastics. The bit’s proven combination of HSS-G material and TIN-coated finish makes it particularly appropriate for repetitive production drilling where durability and consistency are required. Explainers: fully ground means the flute geometry is produced by CNC grinding for higher precision; TIN-coated (Titanium Nitride) forms a hard, wear-resistant surface layer that lowers thermal wear during cutting.

For demanding precision metalworking, choose the MetavCUT short Twist Drill — METAV Werkzeuge provides expert technical advice and support: info@metav-werkzeuge.com │ +49 2822 7131930 │ WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 46125-FDA
• Diameter: 12.5 mm
• Overall length: 151 mm
• Spiral length: 101 mm
• Point angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Execution: short
• Colour: TIN-coated
• Material: HSS-G
• Shaft execution: fully ground
• Norm: DIN 338
• Application: Drills for metal
• Model series: Standard Line
• Verpackungseinheit: 5
• Hersteller: 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 Twist Drill (Type N)?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill (Type N) is primarily used for drilling metal; it is applied especially when working with high-strength materials and larger diameters. Its short design and TIN-coated HSS-G composition make it suitable for alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast and sintered irons, copper alloys and hard plastics, offering durable cutting performance under coolant-assisted conditions.

Which three drill types exist and how does the MetavCUT Twist Drill relate to them?
Commonly distinguished drill types are metal drills, wood drills and stone/concrete drills. The MetavCUT Twist Drill belongs to the metal drill category (Type N), optimised for machining metals rather than timber or masonry, and designed to meet the demands of workshop and industrial metalworking.