drill bit for live rock

[uchin]

Are reg drill bits safe to drill some holes into live rock? I have the reg black and silver concrete bites.

 

[inactive]

Yep. They will work fine.

 

[Smartfish]

I was drilling the other day and almost pulled out the hammer drill. I wish I had, but it was a little cold out to keep running back to the shed. So I just used the dewalt bits, some holes were easier than others. But I think if I broke out the hammer drill I may have broken a large piece of rock. I may have to try it sometime.

 

[Reef Empire]

Careful with the hammer drill idea... It certainly helps through the more dense parts of the rocks, but can cause much unintentional damage when you hit the airy/less dense parts. We've drilled many holes in LR (up to 2") and use a standard masonry bit on a standard drill with water for cooling/lube.

 

[wishntoboutside]

Careful with the hammer drill idea... It certainly helps through the more dense parts of the rocks, but can cause much unintentional damage when you hit the airy/less dense parts. We've drilled many holes in LR (up to 2") and use a standard masonry bit on a standard drill with water for cooling/lube.

you guys have lube...lol :wink:. not going to say anything further..hehe