Water Delivery Systems

Water is used with compatible wet drilling tools to help manage heat and remove material generated at the drilling area. It can also help control airborne dust during drilling. The required water flow and delivery method depend on the diamond bit, material, equipment, and manufacturer's operating specifications.

A water delivery system supplies water to a compatible diamond drill bit, core bit, or drilling area during wet drilling. Depending on the system, it can include a reservoir, pressurized tank, hose, valve, fittings, coolant delivery components, or other accessories for controlling and directing the water supply.

Diamond core bits, hole saws, and other drilling tools specifically designed for wet operation require water or another approved coolant according to their specifications. Other diamond bits are designed for dry drilling. Always check the individual bit rather than assuming every diamond drilling tool requires the same operating method.

Water delivery systems can be used with compatible wet diamond core bits and drill bits when drilling porcelain tile. The system should provide the water delivery required by the particular bit and drilling equipment. Follow the manufacturer's specifications for water supply, operating speed, and drilling procedure.

A pressurized water tank provides a portable water supply for compatible wet drilling equipment. It can be useful when a conventional water connection is unavailable or inconvenient near the drilling location. Tank capacity, operating pressure, hose connections, and compatibility vary between water delivery systems.

Water supplied to a compatible drilling area can help control airborne dust by wetting material generated during drilling. The amount of dust control depends on the equipment, material, water delivery, and drilling method. Applicable jobsite dust-control requirements and equipment instructions should still be followed.

Water delivery systems are commonly used with diamond core bits specifically designed for wet drilling. Compatibility depends on the core bit, drilling equipment, required water supply, and connection method. Dry-only bits or equipment should not be converted to wet operation unless the manufacturer specifically permits it.

Start with the diamond bit and drilling equipment being used. Check the required water delivery method, pressure, reservoir capacity, hose and fitting connections, drilling location, and portability requirements. Select a system that can provide the water supply specified for the particular wet drilling tool and application.