These cast acrylic rods are manufactured specifically for applications that require high optical clarity. Cast acrylic rods also offer ideal physical properties, making them the best choice for jobs requiring machining and cementing. Get creative with these square acrylic rods for decorative use or for high-quality clear acrylic products. Acrylic extrusions combine brilliant clarity with exceptional durability to elevate lighting, display, and design applications. Acrylic's outstanding refractive properties create a dynamic play of light that highlights craftsmanship and fine details. At the same time, its natural prismatic quality makes it especially striking in chandeliers and decorative lighting fixtures. Easily heat-formed and bent, acrylic rod can be shaped to redirect and diffuse light for dramatic visual effects. Built to withstand the elements, acrylic maintains its sparkle and transparency even after prolonged exposure to moisture or total immersion, with no evident warping, swelling, or loss of clarity. Its excellent resistance to sunlight and weathering makes it an ideal choice for long-life outdoor applications such as illuminated signage. Resistant to most common laboratory chemicals, detergents, dilute acids, alkalis, and aliphatic hydrocarbons, acrylic offers dependable performance across industries (not recommended for chlorinated or aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, or ketones). From architectural models and point-of-purchase displays to jewelry displays and more, acrylic delivers beauty, versatility, and value.
- High optical clarity
- UV stabilized; will not warp, crack, craze or corrode
- High tensile strength
- Good electrical properties
- Ideal for overhead lighting like giant fiber optics
- Forming temperature: 350°F
- Maximum temperature: 200°F
- Tolerance: ±0.015
- Meets FDA standards
- Priced per foot; sold in 4' lengths. Standard length is 4'.