Covington Machines - Manual Gem Drill
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Add precision and repeatability to your shop with a sturdy manual-feed gem drill—ideal for clean, controlled hole drilling in glass and stone when your work demands accuracy you can trust.
Item Name:
Covington Machines - Manual Gem Drill
SKU:
COV605MGD
Description:
The Manual Gem Drill is a compact, bench-top drilling machine designed for precision drilling in hard materials used in lapidary and glass arts. It is built with a motorized drill head and a manual feed system that lets the user control pressure and drilling speed as the bit advances into the workpiece. This style of drill is commonly used with diamond drill bits and drill tubes to create clean holes in glass, stone, and similar dense materials where controlled feed and steady alignment are critical. In lampworking and related glasswork, it is used when you need accurately drilled holes for pendants, bead components, and coldworked assemblies, especially when a hand-held rotary tool does not provide enough stability or repeatability.
How it is used:
- Secure the drill to a stable bench and verify the drill head is aligned square to the work surface
- Install the appropriate diamond drill bit or drill tube for the hole size you need
- Use water as a coolant and lubricant to reduce heat and extend bit life while drilling glass or stone
- Feed the drill manually with light, consistent pressure to prevent chipping and minimize breakout
- Use it for repeatable hole placement when producing multiple matching components for jewelry or coldworked glass assemblies
Dimensions:
- 16" x 8" x 6"
- 9 lbs
- 1/15 HP motor
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