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|similar=[[Acrylic Glass|acrylic glass]] | |similar=[[Acrylic Glass|acrylic glass]], (some) casting [[resins]] | ||
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Glass is tricky to work with as it tends to shatter upon the slightest mistreatment - make sure to wear adequate [[Personal Protection|protection]]! | Glass is tricky to work with as it tends to shatter upon the slightest mistreatment - make sure to wear adequate [[Personal Protection|protection]]! | ||
Revision as of 13:55, 21 January 2018
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| Synonyms: | DE: Glas |
| Suggested Tools: | glass cutter, laser cutter, diamond bits |
| Contains: | silicon |
| Similar (More or Less): | acrylic glass, (some) casting resins |
Glass is tricky to work with as it tends to shatter upon the slightest mistreatment - make sure to wear adequate protection!
Shaping
Use a glass cutter for straight cuts or diamond drill bits to create holes.
A laser cutter is also potentially able to score a break line (please let us know if you've tried it!)
Engraving
A laser cutter and diamond rotary tool bits are suitable for engravings.
