Twist Drill (Type N) — MetavCUT; 4.3 mm; Short; HSS‑E; 135° point angle; 5% cobalt‑alloyed; Fully Ground; DIN 338

The Twist Drill (Type N) from MetavCUT is a short HSS‑E metal drill designed for precise, stable drilling in harder materials on drilling machines.

• Short design for higher rigidity and precision
• 4.3 mm diameter for precise metal holes
• 135° point angle for harder materials
• HSS‑E with 5% cobalt for enhanced durability
• Fully ground shank and DIN 338 conformity

Precise holes through higher rigidity and stability

The Twist Drill with a short design reduces the out‑of‑chuck overhang, resulting in noticeably less vibration and improved concentricity when machining metal. With a nominal 4.3 mm diameter and compact 47 mm spiral length, this drill delivers higher stability compared with longer variants, which directly benefits hole quality and repeatability. For workshop environments where accuracy matters, the reduced tendency to bend means fewer rejects and a steadier process, especially when using a dedicated Drilling Machine.

Material choice and tip geometry tailored for hard materials

Constructed from HSS‑E with 5% cobalt, the tool offers improved red hardness and wear resistance for demanding cuts. The 135° point angle is specifically chosen to ease entry and reduce chipping when working with harder steels and alloyed materials, while the Type N normal spiral remains the proven choice for general metalworking. Conformity to DIN 338 signals compatibility with industry expectations for short, cylindrical shank drills, and helps you match the right tool to the machining task.

Fully ground geometry for accurate, clean drilling

A fully ground flute and point geometry produce sharp cutting edges and excellent runout behaviour, resulting in clean bores and precise diameters. Grinding (CNC‑grind) creates the typical HSS‑G characteristics: high edge sharpness and excellent concentricity. Note that ground drills can be more brittle than rolled alternatives and benefit from correct clamping, moderate cutting parameters and adequate cooling to avoid premature fracture. The short variant reduces these risks further by minimising leverage on the cutting edge.

Application focus, user guidance and workshop compatibility

Designed primarily as a Drill for Metal, this short HSS‑E twist drill is ideal for workshop machinists, toolrooms and maintenance departments that require repeatable, accurate holes in alloyed and unalloyed steels, cast iron, non‑ferrous metals and plastics. The tool is best used in stationary or portable drilling machines with secure chucking and appropriate coolant. For customers unsure about cutting speeds, feeds or suitability for a specific material, METAV Werkzeuge offers competent support and technical advice to match the tool to the job.

Strongly recommend MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N for precision metalworking — for expert guidance and ordering assistance contact METAV Werkzeuge at info@metav-werkzeuge.com, call +49 2822 7131930 or WhatsApp +49 170 2837271

• Designation: Twist Drill
• Brand: MetavCUT
• SKU: 47043-FDA
• Diameter: 4.3 mm
• Spiral length: 47 mm
• Overall length: 80 mm
• Point angle: 135°
• Type: Type N
• Version: short
• Shaft execution: fully ground
• Material: HSS‑E
• Colour: 5% cobalt-alloyed
• For drilling machine: Drilling Machine
• Application: Drills for metal
• Model series: Standard Line
• Norm: DIN 338
• Execution: kurz
• Hersteller: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What are Twist Drills used for?
The MetavCUT Twist Drill Type N is mainly applied when machining high‑strength materials and larger drilling diameters; its shape allows relatively easy re‑sharpening and it withstands higher loads, making it suitable for robust metalworking tasks.

Which three drill types are there?
Typical categories are metal drills, wood drills and stone/concrete drills, and the MetavCUT Twist Drill is positioned within the metal drill group for machining metals.

Why are Twist Drills point‑sharpened?
The point sharpening reduces the cross‑cut at the tip, which lowers friction and therefore requires less feed force; with the MetavCUT Twist Drill this also improves centring of the tip in the workpiece.

Can you use a metal drill for wood?
A metal drill such as the MetavCUT Twist Drill can be used in wood, but guidance is poorer and hole quality is usually inferior; the advantage is easier re‑grinding and less tendency for self‑feeding, but expect a rougher finish.

At what drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
A through‑hole is typically made with a Twist Drill; for diameters up to about 20 mm and depths up to approximately 100 mm the Twist Drill is the most frequently used tool, and the MetavCUT short variant is optimised for stability at such depths.

What is better, HSS or HSSE?
The common belief that HSSE steels are always superior to HSS is not universally correct; when choosing a MetavCUT Twist Drill, evaluate whether the specific working conditions justify a higher‑cost HSSE tool, since HSS‑E may already provide the required performance.