PVC Rod Grey / Red / Black 6mm to 40mm Diameter - 2000mm Lengths

Rigid PVC rod in grey, red and black, 6mm to 40mm diameter, supplied in 2000mm lengths.

Unplasticised PVC (uPVC) rod is a tough, rigid engineering plastic with excellent chemical resistance and good electrical insulation. It machines cleanly and is widely used for spacers, bushes, valve components and fittings in chemical, water treatment and general engineering applications. Diameters from 6mm to 18mm are supplied in packs; 20mm and above are supplied as single lengths.

Key Features

• Chemical Resistance: Resists most acids, alkalis, salts and many solvents.
• Rigid and Strong: High stiffness and good impact strength for machined parts.
• Easy to Machine: Turns, drills, taps and threads with standard workshop tools.
• Electrical Insulation: Good dielectric properties for insulating pins and stand-offs.
• Flame Retardant: Rigid PVC is self-extinguishing.
• Colour Options: Grey, red or black to suit identification or appearance requirements.

Specifications

• Material: Unplasticised PVC (uPVC), extruded rod
• Diameters: 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40mm
• Length: 2000mm
• Pack quantities: 6mm x 20, 8mm x 12, 10mm x 8, 12mm x 6, 15mm x 4, 18mm x 3, 20mm and above x 1
• Colours: Grey, Red, Black
• Length tolerance: -1/+3mm
• Service temperature: approximately 0°C to +60°C

Applications

• Spacers, bushes and washers for chemical and water treatment plant
• Valve and pump components
• Insulating pins and stand-offs in electrical equipment
• Tank and pipework fabrication fittings
• General engineering and workshop projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What length is each rod?
A: Every rod is supplied at 2000mm. Diameters from 6mm to 18mm come in packs; 20mm and above are sold as single lengths.

Q: Can I order a different length?
A: This product is supplied in the standard sizes listed on this page. Contact our sales office if you need a different length.

Q: Is PVC rod suitable for outdoor use?
A: Grey and black PVC have good weathering resistance. Prolonged direct sunlight can cause surface chalking on lighter colours over time.

Q: Can PVC rod be welded or bonded?
A: Yes. It can be hot-air welded with PVC welding rod or bonded with PVC solvent cement.