might want to look at using a drill press at around 400rpm and a friction
lube from a hardware store

"Mike" wrote in message
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Hello,
I've been trying to drill a one and one eighth inch hole in the side
of a glass aquarium but everytime I get near to the end of the hole the
glass begins to crack. I am using a Diamond glass hole saw (with a drill
guide) and applying water for lubrication according to the manufacture.
They also suggest using a drill speed of 150 rpm (which I have no way of
telling on my drill) and applying light pressure. Has anyone in this
group
have had any success with drilling their own holes? Thanks! -MIKE