Plastic rods are durable, lightweight and less expensive than metal rods. High grade plastic rods are pressure treated and made with durable plastic material to produce optimum performance. Buying plastic rods online can be confusing. Many plastic rod companies specialize in one or two specific kinds of rods, making it difficult to locate the company that will serve you the best. No matter what type of plastic rod your company needs, you can find a supplier to fulfill your requirements.

There are many types of plastic rods available. These include industrial grade plastic rods, square and odd shaped rods, welding rods and clear plastic rods. Locate the best plastic robs for your business while keeping these things in mind:

1. Your company's specifications may be best met with industrial grade plastic rods.

2. Plastic welding rods are available in individual rods or by the roll.

3. Request prices and catalogs from various companies before purchasing shaped rods.

4. Clear plastic rods are generally the most inexpensive option.

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Find industrial grade plastic rods

Industrial grade rods are made from high grade plastic materials that withstand moisture and heat. Some name brand manufacturers of high grade plastic rods are Peek, Derlin, TPS and ABS.

I recommend: Review a virtual catalog and buy plastic rods online in diameters from 1/4 inch to 3-1/2 inch at MSC Direct. Interstate Plastics sells name brand plastic rods that vary in size, grade and specification at wholesale prices.

Purchase plastic welding rods

Plastic welding rods are made of thermoplastic materials, making them ideal for welding plastic because of the evenness and the durability of the plastic. Plastic welding rods are available in straight rods or in rolls for high volume welding.

I recommend: Visit Professional Plastics to find all the plastic welding accessories and rods needed for plastic welding. Request a quote or catalog from Village Plastics for high and mid grade thermoplastic welding rods in roll or bar form.

Use octagon, rectangular and square plastic rods

Plastic rods are available in almost any shape, but the square, octagon, rectangle and semicircle are the most common. These shaped bars are designed to fit a variety of applications or environments in industrial work.

I recommend: Harvel Plastics specializes in shaped plastic rod materials that range in diameter from 1/4 to 12 inches. Their products are sold by the foot. Find semicircle and square rods in sizes as small as 1/8 inch at Everything Plastic.

Buy clear plastic rods online

Clear plastic rods are used in industrial work, displays, product design and home furnishings. Clear plastic rods are easy to work with and are very inexpensive.

I recommend: Purchase colored and clear plastic rods in more than 75 sizes at wholesale prices from K-Mac Plastics. JMK Displays has a wide range of clear plastic rods available to purchase online. They also offer custom cutting for special lengths of rod.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Always double check all dimensions and lengths before placing an order for any plastic rod materials.