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Description
This premium extruded acrylic yellow tube is a high-quality rigid plastic tube designed for demanding visual and engineering applications. With its bright translucent yellow colour, high rigidity and smooth glossy finish, it is ideal wherever you need durable tube sections that also offer strong visual impact.
Commonly used in point-of-sale displays, lighting features, protective covers and general fabrication projects, this acrylic tube combines excellent optical clarity with reliable mechanical performance. Available in a choice of outside diameters and supplied in a standard 1830 mm length with a 3 mm wall, it is easy to cut, machine and bond for custom installations.
Product Features
- Translucent yellow extruded acrylic tube with a high-gloss exterior finish for striking visual presentation.
- Available outside diameters: 19 mm, 25 mm, 38 mm and 51 mm to suit a range of design and fabrication requirements.
- Consistent 3 mm wall thickness across all diameters for predictable strength and machining performance.
- Standard 1830 mm length, suitable for most display, lighting and protective cover applications, and easily cut to size.
- Rigid construction offering good dimensional stability and resistance to bending under normal service conditions.
- Good optical clarity and light transmission, ideal for illuminated features and decorative lighting effects.
- Compatible with typical acrylic fabrication techniques, including cutting, drilling, bonding and polishing.
Key Features and Benefits
- High-impact visual appeal: The bright yellow tint and glossy surface help your displays and lighting installations stand out and attract attention.
- Reliable structural rigidity: The 3 mm wall thickness and inherent stiffness of acrylic provide form stability for guards, sleeves and structural display elements.
- Easy to fabricate: Can be cut, machined and bonded with suitable tools and adhesives, allowing straightforward customisation on site or in the workshop.
- Lightweight alternative to glass: Offers a similar transparent effect at a fraction of the weight, with improved shatter resistance and easier handling.
- Consistent size options: A clear range of outside diameters simplifies design work and ensures repeatable results across multiple installations.
- Low maintenance surface: Smooth, non-porous exterior is easy to wipe clean and maintain in retail, commercial and industrial environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Extruded acrylic (PMMA), translucent yellow |
| Available outside diameters | 19 mm, 25 mm, 38 mm, 51 mm |
| Wall thickness | 3 mm (all diameters) |
| Standard length | 1830 mm (approx. 1.83 m) |
| Finish | High-gloss exterior, smooth internal bore |
| Typical service temperature range | Approx. -20°C to +70°C (not for high-temperature use) |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This premium acrylic yellow tube is suited to both decorative and functional roles where a rigid, visually appealing tube is required.
- Retail and exhibition displays, including illuminated stands and product supports.
- Decorative lighting features, such as diffusers, sleeves and colour accents.
- Protective guards, covers and shrouds for equipment where visibility is important.
- Architectural and interior design elements, including feature rails and partitions.
- General fabrication projects, models and prototypes requiring rigid coloured tubing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this acrylic yellow tube be cut to shorter lengths?
Yes, the tube can be cut to shorter lengths using suitable tools such as a fine-toothed saw or dedicated plastic cutting equipment. For best results, support the tube during cutting, use slow, steady feeds and deburr the cut edges afterwards.
Is the tube suitable for outdoor use?
Acrylic generally offers good weather and UV resistance, so the tube can be used outdoors in many cases. However, prolonged exposure to harsh conditions may affect appearance over time, so it is advisable to assess the specific environment and consider additional protection if required.
Can I bond this tube to other materials?
Yes, the tube can be bonded to acrylic and many other plastics using appropriate acrylic adhesives or solvent cements, and to metals or other substrates with compatible structural adhesives. Always follow the adhesive manufacturer’s guidelines and test on a small area if in doubt.