glass cutter with diamond tip

Working with glass can be a tricky task, but when it comes to precision cuts, a glass cutter is an absolute must. Perhaps the most recognisable type of glass cutter is the wheeled type.  laser cutter for metal jewelry  is used to create a score along the surface of the glass - and with the right amount of pressure, this score line serves as guide for cutting with precision.

After the score line is drawn, the glass is carefully broken along it. The wheeled glass cutter is the most popular device utilized, for its precision. However, due to the difficulty of controlling it, and as thick or tempered glass call for specialist capabilities, it may not be the appropriate choice in all cases.

The ring of a carbide-tipped glass cutter is unmistakable as it skates across the surface. This isn't just any tool – it is designed to make use of the durability of carbide, a material renowned for its hardness and capable of leaving behind a notably precise score line. Unfortunately, carbide is also notoriously brittle, and the cutter may suffer irreparable damage if it happens to come in contact with an object too hard for it to handle.

Costing substantially more than alternative options, the diamond-tipped glass cutter employs the hardest material we know of - diamond - to achieve a pinpointed impression along the glass surface. This precision allows for incredibly exact results yet comes at a high price.

Craftsmen and women working with glass can rely on a glass cutter to fashion windows, mirrors, and stained glass among other objects. Without a doubt, a glass cutter is indispensable for those seeking to craft with panes of glass.