Item Name
Fused Quartz Rod - 6.4mm
SKU
ABRQR6.4
Description
Fused quartz rod is made from high-purity silica that is melted and formed into solid, transparent rod stock with no seam. Because it is a solid form rather than tubing, it is commonly chosen when you need stiffness, mass, and a clean, stable handle for high-heat work. In scientific lampworking, quartz rod is used for building and supporting components that must tolerate rapid temperature changes, high operating temperatures, and chemically aggressive environments. It is frequently used as a structural element, a support, a stir rod, or as stock that can be heated and shaped into specialty parts where the low thermal expansion of fused quartz helps reduce cracking from thermal shock. This rod is supplied with manufacturing tolerances listed for straightness and roundness, which matters when you need predictable alignment in assemblies and fixtures.
How it is used
- Used as straight rod stock for high-temperature, high-purity applications where a solid form is required
- Heated in a torch and shaped into supports, handles, hooks, or specialty formed parts for scientific builds
- Cut to length and fire-polished to remove sharp edges before use in assemblies or fixtures
- Used as a stiff support or alignment element in setups where straightness and consistent diameter matter
- Used in environments where chemical resistance and thermal shock resistance are critical
Dimensions
- Diameter: 6.4mm
- Standard Length: 4'
- Ovality: 0.10mm
- Bow: 1.3mm per 1220mm length
- OD Tolerance: ±0.20mm
