When drilling a hole in different kinds of materials, the diamond blade is your tool. This holds true in glass, too. When drilling holes in a glass block, what you need is the right core bit for the job because like diamond blades, there is a wide variety of diamond core bits for different applications. For this you will need the help of the store personnel in your local store.
There are harder materials that the conventional bits cannot cut. Diamond core bits come to the rescue as it can cut much harder materials, the diamond being the hardest substance on the planet. The thing with glass blocks when drilling a hole is you have to make a good cut without damaging other parts of the glass, or worse, shattering it to pieces. If you have chosen the right diamond core bit, then you are now ready for the job.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to drill holes in a glass block:
1. Place the glass block on the operating surface of the drill press. With the power still off, lower the press. Make sure it is matched with the right spot on the block. This way you will have a solid grip to avoid spinning as you go on operating.
2. Before you actually start your drilling techniques, first make a guide hole. This will ensure an accurate, cleaner hole. When you have made a guide hole, you are ready to drill.
3. Time to turn the drill press on. Lower the core bit pointing to the glass block and make a small hole. Pull back the press and see if you are on the right track. Allow the core bit as well as the glass surface to cool down with some running water. This will also help eradicate harmful dust.
4. Drill deeper to complete the hole. Do this by carefully lowering the press and steadily moving it through the glass block. Remove the press and turn off the drill when you are done. Repeat the process if you have to drill more holes. As with any project, remember to wear the necessary safety gears.
Always remember that measurements matter so make sure you have them dialed before you actually started drilling. You may have made perfect holes. But imperfect spaces will probably mean a waste of time. Remember this every time you are doing kind of project, or any project that involves measurements.
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