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Drilling holes in aquariums

spottedturtleman Mar 07, 2004 09:13 PM

Is it possible to drill/ cut holes in glass aquariums to install a bulk head drain? Thanks for any responces.
Tom

Replies (2)

TurtleyEnuff Mar 08, 2004 10:30 AM

It is possible, but not easy. You need a special diamond tipped drill bit which are very costly. As an alternative you can have a glazier do this - not sure how much they charge.
D

tkavan01 Mar 08, 2004 11:19 AM

its possible with the correct drill bit as said before, and the glass must not be tempered, if it is, then no luck, bc touching it with anytype of cutting device will result in the entire piece shattering...

here's a website with glass drilling bits
http://www.ukam.com/core_drills_glass.htm
a little pricey, yes but to make your tank operate and look good its worth it...

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