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Tutorial Lesson 6, Cutting Glass | |
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The first two methods listed here work well for smaller diameter rod and tubing. For larger diameters consider methods 3 and 4 will almost certainly be required.
![]() | Tip: Do this step once creating a scratch approximately 1/8 inch long. Do not saw the glass. Sawing the glass will not make the process of breaking the glass any easier. It is not necessary to make a long scratch. A short, single sharp scratch is more likely to produce a clean and even edge. |
![]() | Tip: If done correctly, you will observe a crack forming at and extending from the scratch. If the crack does not travel completely around the circumference tap the crack lightly. This action may chase the crack around the tube. Alternatively, reheat the glass rod and reapply to the crack. Again, be sure the rod does not extend beyond the end of the crack. |
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