glaskutter

Glaskutter is a term that can refer to several things, primarily related to cutting glass. The most common meaning refers to a tool used for scoring and breaking glass. These tools typically have a hardened wheel, often made of steel or tungsten carbide, that is rolled across the surface of the glass to create a shallow scratch or "score." Once scored, the glass can be broken cleanly along this line, usually by applying pressure. Various types of glaskutter exist, differing in handle design, wheel material, and the presence of oil reservoirs to lubricate the cutting process.

In some contexts, glaskutter might also refer to a person who specializes in cutting glass, particularly in industries like stained glass fabrication, mirror manufacturing, or architectural glass installation. This individual would possess the skill and knowledge to accurately measure, score, and break glass to precise specifications. The term could also, less commonly, be used to describe a type of machine designed for automated glass cutting, often found in large-scale production environments. Regardless of the specific application, the core concept of glaskutter revolves around the precise manipulation and separation of glass.