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Description
This premium opaque grey acrylic extruded rod offers a high-gloss finish and excellent dimensional consistency, making it a reliable choice for engineering, display and furniture applications. Manufactured from quality acrylic, it provides a rigid, durable and visually appealing alternative to metal or wood components.
Ideal for use in point-of-sale displays, interior fittings, bespoke furniture elements and light-duty structural features, this acrylic rod combines style with performance. Its neutral grey colour complements a wide range of design schemes while the smooth surface is easy to machine, polish and integrate into custom projects.
Product Features
- Material: extruded acrylic rod with a premium high-gloss finish.
- Colour: opaque grey for a clean, contemporary appearance and improved light blocking.
- Diameter: 13 mm round profile, suitable for decorative and light-duty structural uses.
- Standard length: 1830 mm, allowing generous cutting yield for multiple components.
- Consistent extrusion quality for uniform diameter and smooth surface along the full length.
- Good rigidity and hardness for reliable performance in engineered and decorative parts.
- Easily cut, drilled, turned and machined using standard workshop tools.
Key Features and Benefits
- High-gloss grey finish delivers a professional look straight from stock, reducing the need for additional finishing.
- Opaque formulation helps conceal fixings or internal components, enhancing the visual quality of completed assemblies.
- Lightweight yet rigid alternative to metal, aiding easier handling, installation and reduced overall structure weight.
- Excellent machinability allows straightforward cutting, drilling, tapping and subtle shaping for bespoke designs.
- Good impact and abrasion resistance for everyday use in display, retail and interior environments.
- Stable and non-corroding material that maintains its appearance over time with minimal maintenance.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Extruded acrylic (polymethyl methacrylate) |
| Colour | Opaque grey, high-gloss surface finish |
| Diameter | 13 mm (round section) |
| Length | 1830 mm standard stock length |
| Processing | Suitable for cutting, drilling, turning and light machining |
| Typical service areas | Displays, furniture details, interior fittings, light engineering |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This opaque grey acrylic rod is suited to a wide range of creative and practical applications where a clean, modern appearance and dependable performance are required.
- Retail and exhibition display supports, hangers and decorative spacers.
- Furniture design elements such as rails, trims, legs and cross-bracing details.
- Interior fit-out components including handles, standoffs and decorative bars.
- Light-duty structural pieces and connectors in design prototypes and models.
- Custom craft, signage and visual merchandising projects requiring a neat, opaque finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this acrylic rod be cut to shorter lengths?
Yes, the rod can be cut to size using standard workshop tools such as a fine-toothed saw or suitable power saw. For best results, support the rod securely during cutting and deburr or lightly sand the cut ends to achieve a clean finish.
Is the opaque grey acrylic rod suitable for outdoor use?
The rod offers good general durability, but performance outdoors will depend on the specific conditions and duration of exposure. For long-term external use, consideration should be given to UV exposure and weathering; additional protection or testing in your application is recommended.
Can I drill and tap threads into this acrylic rod?
Yes, the rod can be drilled and, in many cases, tapped to accept threads. Use sharp tools, moderate speeds and avoid excessive heat build-up to reduce the risk of cracking. Always carry out trial machining on an offcut to confirm settings and suitability for your particular design.