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Description
This premium extruded acrylic red rod delivers outstanding visual impact with high luminance, excellent light diffusion and a superb high gloss finish. Manufactured to tight tolerances, it offers a consistently smooth, bright appearance that makes it ideal for precision display, decorative and design applications.
Supplied in a practical 2,000 mm length with a 4 mm diameter (pack of 5 rods), this lightweight yet rigid engineering plastic is easy to machine, cut and polish. It is widely used in point-of-sale displays, feature lighting, contemporary furniture detailing and architectural accents where both performance and aesthetics are essential.
Product Features
- High luminance red acrylic for vibrant, eye-catching visual effects.
- Optimised light diffusion for use with illuminated and edge-lit designs.
- High gloss surface finish for a premium, glass-like appearance.
- Extruded 4 mm diameter rod supplied in a convenient pack of 5.
- Standard 2,000 mm length suitable for cutting into multiple components.
- Manufactured from quality acrylic (PMMA) for clarity and rigidity.
- Consistent round profile and smooth surface for reliable machining and fabrication.
Key Features and Benefits
- Delivers vivid colour and brightness, enhancing the impact of displays, signage and decorative elements.
- Diffuses light evenly to minimise hotspots, making it ideal for illuminated features and backlit designs.
- High gloss finish provides a professional look that can often replace glass in decorative applications with lower weight and improved safety.
- Easy to cut, drill, bond and polish using standard acrylic fabrication techniques, reducing production time and cost.
- Good rigidity and dimensional stability help components maintain their shape in service.
- Supplied in 2 m lengths and packs of 5 rods, offering efficient stock management for workshops and production environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Extruded acrylic (PMMA) |
| Colour | Red, high luminance with light diffusing properties |
| Diameter | 4 mm (circular cross-section) |
| Length | 2,000 mm per rod |
| Pack size | Pack of 5 rods |
| Finish | High gloss, smooth extruded surface |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This premium extruded acrylic red rod is designed for visually striking engineering and design projects where light management and a high quality finish are important.
- Point-of-sale and retail displays, including illuminated product stands and feature elements.
- Furniture design details such as inlays, trims, handles and decorative rods.
- Architectural accents, balustrade features and interior design installations.
- Lighting projects, including edge-lit signs, LED diffusers and decorative light features.
- Model making, prototyping and custom decorative components for exhibitions and events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the acrylic red rod be cut to shorter lengths?
Yes, the 2,000 mm rods can be cut easily to shorter lengths using a fine-toothed saw or suitable cutting tools for plastics. For the best finish, support the rod during cutting and deburr or lightly polish the ends after cutting.
Is this acrylic rod suitable for use with LED lighting?
Yes, the high luminance red colour and light diffusing properties make it well suited to use with LEDs. It can help spread light more evenly along its length, reducing glare and hotspots in illuminated features and edge-lit applications.
Can the rod be bent or formed with heat?
The acrylic rod can be thermoformed using appropriate heating equipment and controlled techniques. It should be heated evenly and bent over a suitable former. Allow it to cool fully while supported to maintain the desired shape and avoid internal stress.