is there a particualar bur used to drill through glass? iv tried 3 of them and it has not worked...do i need to apply more pressure? it is in water.
1555379
I recommend the barrel or the round shaped burrs. You want as many diamonds touching the glass as possible.
135829
You can try pushing from the holes inthe top.... I had no problem, I just pinched the bottom of mine and bent it. There are actually 2 of them inside... hope this helps
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In the water tank, make sure both the supply tube and the air check valve are clear. You can use a straw or piece of aquarium tube to blow air through the supply tube(the male tube). If the water tank is half full it should bubble. Put the straw in the hole(air valve) next to the supply tube. If the cap is on the tank, water should squirt out of the supply tube. My air valve hole was plugged. I cleaned/opened it with a plastic tooth pick. It feels like there is a rubber check valve in there. If it is plugged, I believe it creates a vacuum in the tank and prevents water feeding up the supply tube. Worked fine after I did this. In the water tank, make sure both the supply tube and the air check valve are clear. You can use a straw or piece of aquarium tube to blow air through the supply tube(the male tube). If the water tank is half full it should bubble. Put the straw in the hole(air valve) next to the supply tube. If the cap is on the tank, water should squirt out of the supply tube. My air valve hole was plugged. I cleaned/opened it with a plastic tooth pick. It feels like there is a rubber check valve in there. If it is plugged, I believe it creates a vacuum in the tank and prevents water feeding up the supply... » Read More In the water tank, make sure both the supply tube and the air check valve are clear. You can use a straw or piece of aquarium tube to blow air through the supply tube(the male tube). If the water tank is half full it should bubble. Put the straw in the hole(air valve) next to the supply tube. If the cap is on the tank, water should squirt out of the supply tube. My air valve hole was plugged. I cleaned/opened it with a plastic tooth pick. It feels like there is a rubber check valve in there. If it is plugged, I believe it creates a vacuum in the tank and prevents water feeding up the supply tube. Worked fine after I did this. « Show Less
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mema666, i think the issue would be how hard you thing is sucking. i have not seen my do this. maybe test the pressure that is being sucked up?
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I'd agree with the other answers. I'd tried a masonry bit with no luck and had no problem with this bit. I didn't use water and the bit still had life in it after two holes. So I'm guessing with proper care (ie water for cooling) you should be fine.
2002131
You have to push it down REALLY hard, more so than you would think. There appears to be a two-step system to lock it in. It snaps in at first, but don't assume it is all the way in. When it is fully locked in, it will be flush with the edge of the glass , with no gap. Make sure it snaps in TWICE.
956967
I haven't but after drilling glass twice the blade is starting to dull. So probably not.
486548
I haven't tried that yet...I suppose a thicker piece might fare better than a thinner piece, but for some reason I doubt it. Thinking of how it works, the blades, etc. leads me to this theory. If I ever get a scrap piece of plexi glass I will give it a try and post the results.
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Am so sorry I cannot answer your question. I bought this as a gift for my son. Guessing you have kind of a vapor lock. Maybe put a very thin knife in and try to release the pressure that has built up. Know I need to do that when I open goods I have canned. Good luck.
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Wow, that is a hard question to answer (get it?). What i have found is that they will drill very well so long as there is ample amounts of water to cool the bits. We have used them to cut holes through over 20 wine bottles and they still cut. We use lots of water to lubricate and cool the bits as well as to flush away the sludge. Heck if it takes a bit per two holes you're still doing well. These are not expensive bits to begin with. But they do cut through glass well.
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The drill size or type doesn't matter. Take your time and when you do drill try to make a dam around the hole with plumbers putty. Add a little water and this will help keep the bit cool and not wear out too fast.
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It works very well on ceramic tile. I would guess, though haven't tried, it would work on glass. You might try a glass bit (the "V" shaped ones, which I have used with success. When using the hold bits, such as this, be sure to start the drill at an angle and use plenty of water to cool the bit and the material.
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Have only used it on glass. We cut holes in bottles with it. Sorry I couldn't help.
1608673
Make sure it is snapped in all the way as it is hard to push in. The end should go through the second slotted hole when fully inserted. If it is just loose you might try heating it and spreading the split end a bit so that it is tighter. The only other option I see is a strong waterproof glue of just sending it back.
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Hi, Chris. You will have to use a drill-bit especially for glass tiles. Ask ur Home Depot rep to give u a hand picking it out. We drilled into porcelain and it looks awesome.
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I used this in my fiberglass one. I applied a lot pressure to it as well and didnt have an issue. ..that being said tho I'd try an area thats not noticeable and apply pressure to make sure before you do the whole tub.
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Fill it up with isopropyl until the internal glass tube is submerged, let it sit for as long as you can, see it helps. .. temporarily