Fiberglass
With a high strength-to-weight ratio, fiberglass is an inexpensive material for structural composites components in hobby and industrial uses. Because it is electrically and thermally insulating, fiberglass rods and tubes work well in applications where signal interference is undesirable. Fiberglass is heavier and more flexible than carbon.
Filament Wound Epoxy Tubes
Filament Wound Epoxy Tubes are lightweight composite fiberglass tubes that are created by winding fiberglass filaments and epoxy resin around a mandrel and then curing the tube to make a composite. Less flexible than solid fiberglass, Filament Wound Epoxy Tubes (FWET) are excellent structural reinforcement. You might recognize these gray fiberglass tubes as tent poles, but they have many other uses as well, including antennas and LARP boffer cores. Fiberglass is not conductive, has a high strength-to-weight ratio, and performs well in acidic and corrosive environments. We offer a range of diameters from .248” to 1.065”.
Solid Fiberglass Rods
Our customers often use round fiberglass rods as structural support, framing, and fabric reinforcement. Perhaps you’re making antennas, flags, tarp containment, or boat covers. The opportunities are endless! Also known as glass fiber rods, solid fiberglass rods are available in black or white, are inexpensive, non-conductive, and extremely durable. We stock solid round fiberglass rod sizes from .062” to .750” in diameter and up to 12 feet long for custom cut orders. All lengths listed below are +/- 0.25″ and all diameters listed are +/- 0.005″.
