dremel glass cutting

[aha24]

Has anyone ever tried or found an attachment you can use on a Dremel tool to cut holes in tanks?

Adam

[prof]

These are the diamond tip engraving tools that I have used. I have had no problems and would do it again in a heartbeat. I think there is a good write up on reefcentral but their search is down right now.

Dremel Tools (http://www.dremel.com/en-us/attachments-and-accessories/attachment-accessory-group.htm?H=188537&G=66239)

Use point 7105 to cut the initial hole.
Use point 7134 to work your way around the circle.

Take your time and use water to cool the cutting point. It takes some time and the hole won't be a perfect circle but as long as the rubber gasket completely covers the edges you will be fine. The thicker the glass the longer it will take but it can be done.

If the glass is thicker than 3/8 of an inch I would look at getting it professionaly drilled or get a drill press and an abrasive glass cutting bit.

Make sure the glass is not tempered(most side glass isn't) and take your time.

PM if you have any questions.