[gchappel]

I need to drill a 5/32" hole in a plastic printer ink cartridge.
The big issue with this particular type of cartridge is there is no sponge or filter between the ink cartridge and the printer hoses and print head. So if any plastic shavings from the drilling fall into the cartridge I will likely brick the printhead.
I can not drill it upside down, as some of the cartridges will be partially full.
Any great ideas? I was considering just putting an attachment to my shop vac at the drill site and vacuum up the shavings. I was also thinking of an airhose from the air compressor blowing across the drill site- it would have more air volume than the shop vac but could possibly blow down into the cartridge?
I have 12 of these to drill.
I am likely over thinking this, but this place has really smart people.
Any ideas?
Thanks
Merry Christmas all
Gary