I need to drill small holes in glass and Im not sure what is the best way to do this. Sometimes near the ends for hanging crystals What kind of bit and where can I get it? Or is a dremmel the way to go? I wonder if anyone has it figured out.
2007-09-14 23:33:00 · 6 answers · asked by mechanicalvalve 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
I recently got told that you best keep the whole object under water. You need to be careful that the water does not come into your (electric) drill, and of course do you need a bit that is right for the job. (Diamond?)
The water is dampening the vibrations of drilling and they are what makes the most of the breakage. And on top of that it will keep the bit cool and keep the glass dust from flying round.
2007-09-15 06:16:53 · answer #1 · answered by Willeke 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are quite some drill bits on the industry now which will drill glass as properly as brick and timber. in case you circulate into your community diy and ask for a muti objective drill bit you need to be waiting to do it without difficulty. solid success.
2016-11-15 07:05:08 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can drill in glass but you need a very sharp bit and a drill that turns at a high rate of speed. start with the very smallest size and work your way up to the size you need this staep is very important. and dont get to close to the edge or it will crack very easy
2007-09-14 23:42:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dremel has diamond drills for this purpose. You have to cool the glas with water and be very carefull with the mains!!!
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2007-09-15 00:22:25 · answer #4 · answered by pinata 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
There are special bits made for this.
For larger holes, I have used 'valve lapping compound' and a dowel, and actually 'grind' the hole through the glass.
2007-09-15 07:49:16 · answer #5 · answered by f100_supersabre 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dremel would befine if you get the glass cutting bit.
2007-09-14 23:40:31 · answer #6 · answered by EXPECTING 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋