How to Drill on the Glass with a Glass Drill Bit?

The glass is very hard and brittle, it is difficult to drill into.

So that use a metal drill bit or wood drill bit will not work.

 

There is a device that allows you to drill a hole in the glass, use the carbide-tipped bits made for drilling in glass, the tile drill bit!

4 cross tip spear point reduces cutting pressures for cleaner holes

A hex shank has 6 sides that are held into place by a chuck

 

 

 

Carbide-tipped feature cutting edges of carbide for wear resistance

Straight Shank is a very common shank type

Triangle Shank have high torque capabilities and good centering

The tile drill bit is pretty common, and you can buy them online

They have a spade-shaped head, it can make withstand the friction of drilling in glass or tile

 

The following are the methods and steps of drilling glass

First, you need to place the glass on a flat surface

• It is best to be in an open spot and not close to the water source so that it will not damage the items
• Put old newspapers or some cushioning materials under the glass and do not lift the glass when drilling

 

Second, tape a small piece of dense cardboard or tape to the glass

• This will help prevent the tile drill bit from slipping when you start drilling
• It can help you guide you to drill in the right position

Third, when you start drilling, use a very slow rpm

• Hold the drill perpendicular to the glass so that you prevent chipping
• You can find the chart online to help you find the best speed to drill on the different glass
• You need to keep the drill at low or medium speed when drilling on the glass
• Pour the water on the surface to prevent the glass get too hot to break, it is very important! The water can keep the tile drill bit cool, if the glass is hard, you will need more water

How to choose the tile drill bit?

 

Drilling on the glass sometimes very dangerous, so you need to find a high-quality tile drill bit, you can choose TENYU TOOLS, we can give you quality assurance

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