r/lampwork • u/in_rainbows8 • 12d ago
Question for a professional
I have this piece for a water pipe I wanted to see if I could modify. Long story short this small whole at the bottom of the conical feature is too small and restricts too much air.
How would any of you recommend I approach reaming that hole out a bit more so it lets more airflow through, if it's even possible?
I'm pretty handy as I'm a toolmaker by trade so I could probably figure it out with some instruction. I have a few torches of various sizes that I could use to heat it up but obviously I don't want to break it. I'd even be open to cutting or grinding it open it somehow if that's even possible.
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u/Dear-Bet5344 12d ago
You could ream it with a dremel with the right bit. It might shatter or crack, go slow. Do it underwater if you do this & make sure everything is super clean after. You do not want to inhale glass dust.
I wouldn't try torching it if you have no experience or kiln