CONQUER ANY MATERIAL WITH BAUCOR:
THE DRILL BITS BUILT FOR UNSTOPPABLE PERFORMANCE.
CONQUER ANY MATERIAL WITH BAUCOR:
THE DRILL BITS BUILT FOR UNSTOPPABLE PERFORMANCE.
What is a Glass and Tile Drill Bit?
Glass and tile drill bits are specialized tools designed to drill through hard, brittle materials like:
Other Brittle Materials: Can sometimes be used on materials like sea shells or fiberglass.
How Glass and Tile Drill Bits work?
Lubricant: Reduces friction and prevents overheating.
Chip Removal: Helps flush away the fine glass or tile powder.
Raw Materials:
Key Manufacturing Steps:
Shank Formation: The steel shank is shaped to the desired form, including creating the portion that will fit into a drill's chuck.
Carbide Tip Formation:
Powder Preparation: Tungsten carbide powder is mixed with a binder (often cobalt) to improve adhesion and toughness.
3. Brazing: The carbide tip is carefully brazed (joined using a filler metal) onto the steel shank. This process requires precise heat control to ensure a strong bond.
4. Grinding: The carbide tip is ground to its final spear-point shape with specialized diamond grinding wheels. The cutting edges are also ground to achieve the desired width and profile.
5. Quality Control: The finished bit undergoes inspection to ensure dimensional accuracy, sharpness, and the absence of defects.
Additional Considerations
When it comes to glass and tile drill bits, Baucor is your one-stop shop for finding the perfect size to match any project requirement.
Common Size Ranges
Small Diameters:
Standard Sizes:
Popular sizes include 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" for most projects.
Specialty Sizes
Baucor can manufacture drill bits for you ranging from very small sizes like 0.05 mm to large sizes up to 180 mm, accommodating a wide spectrum of drilling requirements.
Please contact us for the appropriate dimensions. Baucor can produce drill bits in the most specialized sizes tailored to your needs.
Glass and Tile Drill Bit Materials: The Right Tool for Delicate Work - Baucor
Core Materials
Specialized Materials
Rare or Theoretical Materials
Do Coatings Enhance Glass and Tile Drill Bits? - Baucor Insights
Potential Coatings
Less Common, Specialized Coatings
Why Coatings Are Less Prevalent
The Importance of Quality and Technique
For glass and tile drill bits, prioritize the following:
Primary Areas of Use
Home Improvement and DIY: Essential for various projects around the house, including:
Construction and Remodeling: Employed by contractors and tile installers for:
Creating holes for shower doors and enclosures
Running plumbing or electrical lines through tile
Accommodating fixtures on tiled walls or floors
Arts and Crafts: Used by artists and hobbyists for working with:
Specific Examples
Why Glass and Tile Drill Bits Are Ideal
Glass and Tile Drill Bits: Essential Tools Across Industries
Primary Industries
Additional Industries with Notable Use
Why Glass and Tile Drill Bits Are Popular Across Industries
Powering Glass and Tile Drill Bits: The Right Machines for Delicate Work
Primary Machines
Important Considerations
Safety First
At Baucor, we are more than just manufacturers of glass and tile drill bits. We are your dedicated partners in achieving successful and precise drilling in these challenging materials.
Selection Guidance
Best Practices & Techniques
Technical Support
At Baucor, we are committed to providing comprehensive support and expertise to ensure your success with glass and tile drill bits. Your projects are our priority.
Glass and Tile Drill Bit Design: Optimizing Performance for Delicate Materials - Baucor Guide
Key Design Elements
Spear-Point Tip:
Carbide or Diamond Tip:
Flattened Cutting Edges
Shank:
Typically made of steel for strength.
Must fit standard drill chucks.
Design Trade-offs
Choosing the Right Design for Your Needs