Custom Acrylic Rods & Tubes
Acrylic rods and tubes—also known as plexiglass rods and acrylic tubing—offer crystal-clear visibility, durable plastic strength, and UV resistance for countless applications. Whether you need a sturdy acrylic rod for a display fixture or a tube for fluid routing, understanding extruded and cast options helps you cut-to-size the perfect piece. Read on to learn why clear acrylic rods and tubes are worth considering and how to select the right product for your project.
What Are the Advantages of Extruded Acrylic Rods and Tubes?
Extruded acrylic rods and tubes are made from high-quality plastic through a continuous extrusion process. This method yields extruded acrylic with consistent diameter and thickness, ideal for applications demanding varying degrees of tolerance. Extruded clear acrylic tubing is lightweight—about half the weight of glass—yet offers impressive tensile strength and durability. Use acrylic extruded rods for pop displays, signage, or aquarium supports, where optical clarity and impact resistance are essential.
Compared to cast tubes, extruded versions are more economical and readily available in a vast selection of sizes (from 1 inch diameter to custom small tubing). They resist shatter and provide chemical resistance for lab tubing. If you need custom-cut lengths, many suppliers like Tap Plastics or Acme Plastics offers cut-to-size service to cut to any length.
How Do You Choose the Right Diameter and Cut-to-Size Tubing?
Selecting the correct plastic rod or acrylic tube starts with determining the application: fixture supports require thicker rods, while fluid handling needs precise internal diameters. Decide if you want opaque, translucent, or frost finishes—frosted tubing diffuses light for soft illumination in lighting fixtures. Measure your required specific length, and use suppliers’ cut-to-size options to order custom pieces without waste.
Consider tolerances for acrylic sheet thickness when fitting rods into holes or connectors. If your project demands tight tolerances, specify custom-cut acrylic extruded rods with high precision. Many distributors provide rods and tubes in clear plastic sheets or standalone tubing, with professional tools ensuring smooth, squared ends for easy installation.
Where to Find High-Quality Clear Acrylic Rods and Plastic Tubing?
For the highest quality acrylic, look to established supplier networks. Acme Plastics and Tap Plastics both carry acrylic extruded rods, plexiglass rods, and plastic tubing in a huge selection of range of sizes and range of colors. Their custom-cut services let you cut-to-size clear acrylic rods and tubes quickly online or in-store.
If you need cast or extruded acrylic, contact us today for quotes on cast tubes or extruded acrylic rods. Contact us to discuss customizable options—whether for large-scale architectural installations or small DIY home improvement projects.
