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Diamond core drill bits are essential tools for drilling through hard materials such as glass, stone, ceramics, and concrete. Below is a breakdown of the key points and a summary of the information:

Key Features of Diamond Core Drill Bits

Material Compatibility:

• Ideal for drilling through hard materials such as:

  • Glass: Sea glass, beach glass, fused glass.

  • Stone: Gemstones, rocks, pebbles.

  • Ceramic: Porcelain, tiles, glazed pottery, plates.

  • Other Materials: Shell, antler, bone, fossil, very hard wood.

• Not Suitable For:

  • Metal or soft wood (diamonds can clog).

Applications:

• Jewellery Making: Small diamond drill bits with solid, flat ends are recommended for precision holes (as small as 0.75mm).

• General Drilling: Diamond core drills are recommended for plates, fused glass, and dense sea glass (sizes starting from 1mm).

Alternative Tools:

• Soft Metals and Wood: Use High-Speed Steel (HSS) drill bits.

• Hard Metals: Use Carbide Drill Bits.

Performance Considerations:

• Diamond is the hardest material, making it suitable for cutting or drilling through extremely hard materials like sapphire.

• **Drilling through very hard materials requires patience and may consume more drill bits compared to softer materials like glass or opal.

Summary of Recommendations

• For Precision Work:

  • Use small diamond drill bits with flat ends (0.75mm and up).

• For General Drilling:

  • Use diamond core drill bits (1mm and up) for glass, stone, and ceramics.

• Avoid Using Diamond Bits On:

  • Metal or soft wood (use HSS or carbide bits instead).

• Hard Materials:

  • Be prepared for slower progress and potential wear when drilling materials like sapphire.

Key Phrases and Their Meanings

• Diamond Core Drill Bits:

  • Tools designed for drilling holes in hard materials using diamond-coated edges.

• Diamond Hole Saws:

  • Another term for diamond core drill bits, emphasizing their cylindrical, hollow design.

• High-Speed Steel (HSS) Drill Bits:

  • Suitable for softer materials like wood and soft metals.

• Carbide Drill Bits:

  • Designed for drilling hard metals.

• Clogging:

  • Occurs when soft materials (e.g., wood or metal) stick to the diamond coating, reducing effectiveness.

Applications and Use Cases

Key Takeaways

• Diamond core drill bits are versatile tools for hard materials but are not suitable for metals or soft wood.

• For precision tasks (e.g., jewellery making), use small, flat-ended diamond bits.

• For general drilling in glass, stone, or ceramics, diamond core bits are ideal.

• Always match the tool to the material to ensure efficiency and avoid damage to the drill bits.