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Description
This premium extruded frosted acrylic tube in medium orange offers a visually striking yet practical solution for a wide range of engineering, display and protective applications. Manufactured from high-quality acrylic, it provides an attractive frosted finish that diffuses light while maintaining excellent clarity and colour consistency.
Lightweight yet robust, the tube combines good impact resistance with excellent weatherability, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Its precise dimensions and smooth extrusion make it ideal for fabrication, machining, and integration into larger assemblies across retail, architectural, industrial and hobbyist projects.
Product Features
- Medium orange frosted finish for attractive light diffusion and reduced glare.
- Outside diameter: 51 mm, providing a practical balance between rigidity and internal space.
- Wall thickness: 3 mm, offering good strength while remaining lightweight and easy to handle.
- Standard length: 1830 mm, suitable for cutting into multiple sections or use as a full-length component.
- Extruded acrylic construction for consistent wall thickness and smooth, uniform surfaces.
- Good impact resistance compared with standard glass tubing of similar size.
- Excellent weather and UV resistance for long-term outdoor or high-light applications.
Key Features and Benefits
- Lightweight alternative to glass, reducing handling risks and transport costs while simplifying installation.
- Frosted surface helps diffuse light sources, minimising hotspots and creating an even, soft illumination for displays and lighting features.
- High clarity acrylic core with a coloured finish provides strong aesthetic appeal without compromising on performance.
- Good machinability allows the tube to be cut, drilled and fabricated with standard plastic-working tools.
- Weather and UV resistant material maintains colour and mechanical properties in outdoor environments.
- Durable and easy to clean surface supports long service life with minimal maintenance.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Extruded acrylic (PMMA) |
| Colour / Finish | Medium orange, frosted (translucent) |
| Outside Diameter | 51 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 3 mm |
| Length | 1830 mm (nominal) |
| Typical Service Environment | Indoor and outdoor, weather and UV resistant |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This medium orange frosted acrylic tube is well suited to projects where visual impact, light diffusion and durability are important, from decorative features to protective guarding.
- Decorative lighting housings, illuminated displays and signage elements.
- Point-of-sale stands, retail fixtures and product presentation components.
- Architectural details, balustrade infills and interior design features.
- Protective sleeves, guards and covers for non-load-bearing applications.
- Hobby, model-making and custom fabrication projects requiring coloured tubular sections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this frosted acrylic tube be cut to shorter lengths?
Yes, the tube can be cut to size using suitable tools for plastics, such as a fine-toothed saw or dedicated plastic cutting equipment. For best results, support the tube during cutting and deburr the edges afterwards.
Is the acrylic tube suitable for outdoor use and exposure to sunlight?
Yes, acrylic offers good resistance to weathering and UV light, so this tube is suitable for outdoor use. Over time, exposure conditions may affect surface appearance, but the material is designed to retain its key properties in typical exterior environments.
Can the tube be used for pressurised fluids or structural load-bearing applications?
This acrylic tube is intended for decorative, protective and general-purpose engineering use and is not rated for pressurised fluid systems or critical structural applications. For safety, do not use it where certified pressure or structural performance is required.