Q: What can I use to drill a hole in glass?

A: We do not have an accessory bit that will drill through glass. Working with glass is exceptionally hot. It requires a bath or wash on the accessory and the material. We do not recommend using a bath/wash with our tool, as the centrifugal force will send the liquid up the shaft of the tool into the motor.

A: This will depend on the hardness of the stone. If you need a precision hole, the first thing you need is an actual drill bit. Grinding wheels and cutters will make a hole at least twice the size of their own diameter. They are not fluted like a drill bit. While cutters are fluted, it is not in the same way. If the stone you have is a harder stone, we would recommend a tungsten carbide drill bit. While we do not supply one, they do exist.

Q: What can I use on seashells to drill holes?

A: If you just need a hole and are not concerned about the exact size, a tungsten carbide cutter can work to grind through the material, although the hole could get quite large. If you require a precise hole, you will need a drill bit and it will need to be made of at tungsten carbide or diamond.

Q: What will work to drill porcelain?

A: If you just need a hole and are not concerned about the exact size, a tungsten carbide cutter can work to grind through the material, although the hole could get quite large. If you require a precise hole, you will need a drill bit and it will need to be made of at tungsten carbide or diamond.

Q: How can I drill a small hole in beads?

A: Never hold the bead in your fingers to drill a hole, you must secure the bead. Dremel makes a vice called the D-vise that can clamp various items including beads. The Dremel 212 drill press (discontinued) or 220 Work Station will allow you to make accurate holes.