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Description
These premium rigid UPVC welding rods are designed for strong, reliable plastic repairs and fabrications where a durable, thermoplastic bond is essential. Manufactured from high-quality unplasticised PVC, they provide a consistent, clean melt for accurate welds on compatible UPVC components.
Supplied in practical 2 kg coils and finished in black, these rods are ideal for professional fabricators, installers and maintenance engineers working on UPVC sheet, profiles and fittings. With a choice of 3 mm round, 4 mm round and 5.7 mm triangle profiles, they offer excellent versatility for a wide range of welding tasks.
Product Features
- Material: rigid unplasticised PVC (UPVC) for strong, stable thermoplastic welds.
- Colour: black finish to blend with dark UPVC components and conceal repair areas.
- Profiles available: 3 mm round, 4 mm round and 5.7 mm triangle to suit different joint types and welding techniques.
- Supplied in convenient 2 kg coils for efficient handling and reduced changeovers.
- Compatible with standard hot air plastic welders and extrusion welding equipment.
- Uniform rod cross-section for consistent feed, even heating and controlled deposition.
- Suitable for fabrication, repair and modification of compatible UPVC items and assemblies.
Key Features and Benefits
- Provides strong, permanent bonds on compatible UPVC parts, helping to restore structural integrity to damaged components.
- Black colour helps repairs blend into darker substrates, improving the appearance of finished work.
- Choice of round and triangular profiles allows closer matching to existing joints and improves weld penetration where required.
- Rigid UPVC formulation offers excellent dimensional stability and resistance to impact and everyday wear.
- Supplied in coil form to minimise tangling, simplify storage and ensure rods are ready for continuous welding operations.
- Consistent material quality supports repeatable weld results, reducing rework and saving time on site or in the workshop.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Rigid unplasticised PVC (UPVC) |
| Colour | Black |
| Available profiles | 3 mm round; 4 mm round; 5.7 mm triangle |
| Coil weight | 2 kg per coil |
| Welding method | Suitable for hot air and extrusion welding of compatible UPVC |
| Typical applications | Fabrication, repair and modification of UPVC sheet, profiles and formed components |
Applications and Ideal Uses
These black rigid UPVC welding rods are suitable for a variety of professional and maintenance tasks wherever compatible UPVC components need to be joined, repaired or reinforced.
- Repairing cracks, splits and impact damage in compatible UPVC panels and profiles.
- Fabricating or modifying UPVC guards, covers, housings and ducting.
- Reinforcing joints and corners on UPVC fabrications subjected to regular handling or loading.
- Maintenance and refurbishment of UPVC fixtures and assemblies in industrial and commercial environments.
- Prototyping and small-scale production of UPVC components where welded joints are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can these rigid UPVC welding rods be used on any type of plastic?
No. These rods are formulated specifically for welding compatible UPVC materials. They should not be used on other plastics such as polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS or polycarbonate, as this will not produce a reliable bond.
How do I choose between the round and triangular profiles?
Round profiles (3 mm and 4 mm) are commonly used for general joint filling and surface repairs, while the 5.7 mm triangular profile is often preferred where deeper penetration or fillet welds are required. Select the profile that best matches your joint geometry and welding technique.
Do I need special equipment to weld with these rods?
You will need a suitable plastic welding tool, such as a hot air welder or appropriate extrusion welder, set to the correct temperature range for UPVC. Standard metal welding equipment is not suitable.