Drilling rock

[Cake_Boss]

I'm going to make a structure for the new tank. So I'm going to be drilling the rock. I've researched a little, sounds like I need to drill dense rock with a hardened masonry bit and slight constant pressure. I've done this before and ended up breaking the rock, not what I want to do. Do you guys have any tips on drilling? Where can I get the acrylic rods? I've got the aquamend already.

 

[KhensuRa]

If you can get a drill press that would work the best. Are you drilling live rock? If so you can probably get away with any drill bit as live rock is so soft, but a masonary bit would probably work best.

 

[chrislorentz]

masonry bit and hammer drill

 

[Heffe01]

Just turn down the tourqe setting really low. I avoid masonry bits cause they are usually dull and work better on hammer drills. A good metal bit works good...just take breaks to avoid over heating. Fiberglass rods also work better cause the flex slightly and wont crack.

 

[Cake_Boss]

Hammer drill?

 

[deadrock]

Yeah it hits and spins at the same time. You can buy manual masonary bits that's you hit and spin , but don't hit it too hard, or just use your blender