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PMMA Rod - Ø 15mm L 195mm

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SKU: 1000126787 Product Code: ME30-RD-000115
PMMA Rod delivers excellent optical clarity, weather resistance, and machinability in a cylindrical format that allows structural integrity alongside functional transparency. Its properties make it ideal for optical waveguides, precision mechanical parts, and biomedical devices requiring light transmission and biocompatibility. Industries such as aerospace, medical, and photonics use PMMA rods in surgical instruments, optical fiber connectors, and precision-engineered transparent components. Research applications include polymer optics, stress analysis in transparent media, and development of advanced composite reinforcements. The rod form provides versatility in machining while maintaining uniform optical and mechanical behavior. Combining structural strength, clarity, and processability, PMMA rods are a key material for both research laboratories and high-performance industries.
Formula: PMMA, Acrylic
Diameter: 15mm
Length: 195mm
Transparency: Clear/Transparent
CAS Number: 9011-14-7
UOM Code: 346-188-44
Legacy Code: ME307915
Distributor Code:
GF34618844

Tolerances

Rod
Diameter +20% / -10%
$415.00
each
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Material Properties

Physical Properties
Element Value
Abbe number 57.2
Flammability HB
Radiation resistance Fair
Refractive index 1.49
Resistance to Ultra-violet Good
Limiting oxygen index( % ) 17-20
Water absorption - over 24 hours( % ) 0.2
Density( gcm⁻³ ) 1.19
Chemical Resistance
Element Value
Acids - concentrated Good-Poor
Acids - dilute Good-Poor
Alcohols Good-Poor
Alkalis Good
Aromatic hydrocarbons Poor
Greases and Oils Good
Halogenated Hydrocarbons Poor
Halogens Poor
Ketones Poor
Electrical Properties
Element Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz 2.6
Dissipation factor @ 1MHz 0.014
Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ ) 15
Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq ) 10¹⁴
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm ) 2-14 x 10¹⁵
Mechanical Properties
Element Value
Hardness - Rockwell M92-100
Poisson's ratio 0.35-0.4
Elongation at break( % ) 2.5-4
Tensile modulus( GPa ) 2.4-3.3
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ ) 16-32
Tensile strength( MPa ) 80
Thermal Properties
Element Value
Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C ) 105
Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C ) 95
Lower working temperature( C ) -40
Upper working temperature( C ) 50-90
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ) 1400-1500
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) 0.17-0.19@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) 70-77