Body Drill (Karosseriebohrer) — Twist Drill, 5.3 mm, 135° point, double sided, bright finished, HSS‑G

The Body Drill (Karosseriebohrer) is a double‑ended Twist Drill for Drilling Machines, designed for clean, fast metalworking and reliable performance in demanding fabrication tasks.

• Double-sided design for two usable tips
• HSS-G ground for faster, cleaner drilling
• 135° point for hard and stainless steels
• Fully ground shank for precise concentricity
• Bright finish for corrosion resistance

Robust design for metalworking that reduces set-up and rework

The double‑ended construction of this Twist Drill delivers practical efficiency: when one tip dulls, the second tip is immediately available, effectively providing two usable ends in one tool and minimising downtime. The HSS‑G material and CNC grinding produce very sharp cutting edges that generate clean, precise holes in a wide range of metals. This combination helps reduce rework and improves throughput on shop jobs that demand repeatable hole quality.

Faster penetration and lower feed force for tougher materials

A 135° point angle is chosen specifically for harder materials such as stainless steel and hardened alloys; it shortens the initial bite and improves tip centring. Because the flute geometry is ground rather than rolled, cutting forces are lower and drilling speed can increase compared with conventional HSS drills. For tasks requiring consistent penetration and reduced operator force, this Twist Drill delivers measurable performance benefits.

Precision handling thanks to a fully ground shank

The fully ground shank provides superior concentricity and runout control in chucks and collets, which results in more accurate hole placement and less vibration. This advantage is particularly relevant when using portable Drilling Machines for panel work or when registering multiple holes in assemblies. The bright finished surface aids visibility and handling while offering basic corrosion resistance during storage and light use.

Clear application scope and simple maintenance advice

Engineered for metalworking, the Body Drill is suitable for alloyed and unalloyed steel, cast materials, sintered iron, non‑ferrous metals and hard plastics. For best lifetime performance, use appropriate cutting fluid and moderate speeds when drilling tougher materials; avoid impact loading and consider stationary machines with coolant for prolonged or deep drilling tasks. The double‑ended format is especially convenient for thin sheet and bodywork where short, stable drill lengths are preferred.

Choose MetavCUT’s precision HSS‑G Body Drill for dependable metalworking performance — for expert advice or to confirm fitment for your application, contact METAV Werkzeuge; eMail: info@metav-werkzeuge.com — Tel: +49 2822 7131930 — WhatsApp: +49 170 2837271

• Body Drill (Karosseriebohrer)
• Brand/Manufacturer: MetavCUT
• SKU: 58053-FDA
• Model Series: Standard Line
• Diameter: 5.3 mm
• Overall Length: 62 mm
• Spiral/Flute Length: 16 mm
• Point Angle: 135°
• Type / Execution: double sided
• Shank Execution: fully ground
• Material: HSS-G
• Colour / Finish: bright finished
• For Use With: Drilling Machine
• Application: Drills for metal
• Packaging Unit: 10
• Manufacturer: Metav Werkzeuge GmbH; Parkring 45; 46446 Emmerich; Germany; info@metav-werkzeuge.com

FAQ

What is the Body Drill (Twist Drill) used for and where is it best applied?
The Body Drill from MetavCUT is a Twist Drill designed primarily for metalworking applications; it is mainly applied when drilling high‑strength materials and larger diameters where a robust tip geometry and clean hole quality are required. Its double‑ended format suits sheet and bodywork where short, stable drills are advantageous.

Which three drill types exist in common workshop use?
Common drill categories are metal drills, wood drills, and masonry/concrete drills; the MetavCUT Body Drill belongs to the metal drill group and is optimised for cutting metals rather than timber or stone.

Why are Twist Drills pointed (sharpened) and what does that achieve?
A pointed tip reduces the cross‑cut at the centre of the Twist Drill and lowers friction at the cutting edges, which decreases the required feed force; sharpening improves centring in the workpiece and helps achieve a cleaner entry and better hole accuracy with less burr formation.

Can the MetavCUT Body Drill be used to drill wood?
A metal Twist Drill such as the MetavCUT Body Drill can be used in wood, but guidance and centring are generally poorer and the finish will not be as clean as with a dedicated wood bit. Metal drills are easier to resharpen and have less self‑feed, so they can serve in a pinch but are not optimised for woodworking.

At which drilling depths is the Twist Drill most commonly used?
Twist Drills are the standard choice for through‑hole drilling ("drilling into solid material") and are most frequently used for diameters up to around 20 mm and depths up to approximately 100 mm; the MetavCUT Body Drill is particularly suited to such applications in metalworking.

What is better, HSS or HSSE for Twist Drills?
There is no universal superiority; HSSE alloys can outperform standard HSS under specific conditions, but the choice depends on the working environment and cost‑benefit analysis. For many metalworking tasks the HSS‑G grade of the MetavCUT Body Drill offers an excellent balance of sharpness and durability at a reasonable price.