Clear Cast Acrylic Rods – Polycast | 1–3 ft Lengths
Polycast Clear Cast Acrylic Rods
High-clarity acrylic rods for structural and decorative use—machinable, durable, and ideal for custom fabrication.
TAP Plastics proudly offers Polycast® Clear Cast Acrylic Rods, made from high molecular weight acrylic for outstanding optical clarity, strength, and chemical resistance. These premium cast rods are ideal for demanding applications such as machining, display elements, handrails, lighting, and architectural components.
Why Choose Cast Acrylic Rods?
Cast acrylic has superior performance properties compared to extruded acrylic. The casting process eliminates internal stress, resulting in:
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Better machining performance – ideal for drilling, tapping, milling, and turning without cracking or crazing.
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Higher heat and chemical resistance – tolerates harsher environments and solvents.
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Exceptional optical clarity – clearer and more uniform than extruded rods, with no extrusion lines.
Whether you're crafting custom furniture accents, point-of-sale displays, or architectural details, these rods provide professional-grade performance and appearance.
TAP’s Standard Sizing:
We stock the following diameters:
➤ 1"
➤ 1.25"
➤ 1.375"
➤ 1.5"
➤ 1.75"
➤ 2"
➤ 2.5"
➤ 3"
Each rod is available in 1-foot and 3-foot lengths. Multiple 1-foot pieces are packaged as a continuous length when possible. For custom lengths or bulk orders, please contact your local TAP Plastics store.
Key Features:
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Made in the USA from Polycast® acrylic
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Colorless, UV-resistant, and non-yellowing
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Excellent dimensional stability
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Smooth, polished surface finish
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Stronger than glass yet half the weight
Common Uses:
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Machined components
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Acrylic handrails and guardrails
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Aquarium and terrarium supports
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LED light diffusion
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Arts and crafts projects
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Model making
Need it your way?
TAP offers in-house cutting and custom fabrication. Add instructions at checkout or contact us to discuss your needs.
Choose Your Preferred Length to Save on Shipping
We offer flexible length options for 6-foot rod, tube, and rollstock materials.
To help you avoid costly carrier surcharges, choose the option that works best for your needs:
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Standard 6-Foot Length (Oversize)
Carrier-mandated oversize fee applies due to package dimensions exceeding 48”. This charge is added by UPS/FedEx—not TAP Plastics—and covers manual handling of long items. Only one oversize fee is applied per order. -
Cut at 3-Foot Lengths (No Oversize Fee)
We'll cut your item in half at no additional cost to help you avoid the oversize shipping charge. Perfect for smaller projects or convenient handling. -
Custom Length (Specify in Checkout Comments)
Need specific sizes? Select “Other (specified in comments).”
Custom cutting is available—some requests may incur a labor fee. We’ll contact you with details before processing.
ⓘ Why the Fee?
UPS and FedEx charge extra for packages over 48" long—including required padding—for manual handling. These oversize fees apply on top of regular shipping rates, and may also apply to heavy or extra-long packages. TAP applies a flat fee to help cover these added carrier costs.