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Sintered Diamond Core Drills - Long-Life Metal-Bonded Core Drills for Stone, Glass and Ceramic

Our Sintered Diamond Core Drills are professional-grade metal-bonded diamond drilling tools engineered for precision, long-life core drilling in stone, glass, ceramic, gemstones, and hard minerals. Unlike electroplated bits with a single diamond layer, sintered core drills have diamonds distributed throughout the full depth of the metal matrix - as the cutting face wears, fresh diamonds are continuously exposed for consistent cutting performance from first use to last. Available in a complete size range from 3mm to 100mm, sold in convenient 2-piece sets.

Shop Sintered Diamond Core Drills - From $16.00 / 2-Piece Set

Available Sizes and Pricing

Diameter Range Pack Price Range
3mm - 10mm 2 pcs $16.00
11mm - 36mm 2 pcs $18.00 - $52.00
37mm - 50mm 2 pcs $52.00 - $72.00
51mm - 75mm 2 pcs $74.00 - $122.00
76mm - 100mm 2 pcs $124.00 - $172.00

Full size range: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100mm

Sintered vs. Electroplated

Feature Sintered Diamond Electroplated Diamond
Diamond distribution Throughout full matrix depth Single surface layer only
Cutting life Continuously exposes fresh diamonds Ends when surface layer wears
Longevity 5-20x longer than electroplated Standard service life
Cost per hole Lower over time Higher replacement frequency
Best for Professional and high-volume use Light-duty and occasional use

Compatible Materials

  • Natural stone - marble, granite, slate, sandstone, agate, jasper
  • Glass - art glass, fused glass, plate glass, stained glass
  • Ceramics - technical ceramics, porcelain tile, fired clay
  • Gemstones - hard minerals, lapidary stones, rough specimens
  • Engineered stone - quartz composite, terrazzo, concrete

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Why are sintered diamond core drills more expensive than standard diamond drill bits?
    A: Sintered drills have diamonds distributed throughout the full depth of the metal matrix, not just on the surface. As the cutting face wears, fresh diamonds are continuously exposed - giving sintered drills 5-20 times longer service life than electroplated bits. The higher initial cost is offset by dramatically lower replacement frequency, making sintered drills more economical for regular professional use.
  • Q: Should sintered diamond core drills be used wet or dry?
    A: Always use wet. Water cooling is essential - it prevents the sintered matrix from overheating, flushes away stone dust and swarf, and maximizes drill life. Use a water swivel adaptor for continuous flow through the hollow shank, or drill in a shallow water puddle for smaller bits.
  • Q: What drill speed should I use with sintered core drills?
    A: Use low to medium speed - 300-1,200 RPM depending on drill diameter. Larger diameter drills require lower speeds. Apply steady, moderate pressure without forcing. Sintered drills cut efficiently at controlled speeds - excessive speed and pressure generate heat and reduce drill life without improving drilling speed.
  • Q: Why are the drills sold in 2-piece sets?
    A: Selling in 2-piece sets ensures you always have a backup drill on hand - essential for professional and production drilling where downtime for reordering is costly. Having a second drill also allows you to continue working while the first drill cools between holes in heat-sensitive materials.