Why a Tile Drill Chips Porcelain

Chipping comes from impact, excessive pressure, poor cooling, vibration or a worn tile bit.

Tile & Glass Drills: selection checklist

  • Use the correct carbide or diamond tile bit.
  • Keep the tool cool and start gently.
  • Support the tile and reduce pressure at breakthrough.

How to choose the right option

  1. Stop and inspect the tool, workpiece and machine interface.
  2. Correct the size, geometry, setup or cutting condition involved.
  3. Run a controlled test and inspect the result before returning to production.

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