Diffused Opal Tube

                                                    Diffused Opal Tube

                                                    Diffused Opal Tube

                                                    Diffused Opal Tube

                                                    Diffused Opal Tube

                                                    Diffused Opal Tube

Diffused Opal Tube

Diffused opal Tube (Acrylic/PC) features excellent optical performance, effectively diffusing light to create a softer illumination and an elegant lighting effect. This type of tubing is not only suitable for lampshades but is also widely used in various lighting designs. Many street lamps in Taiwan utilize SMEACRYLIC's diffused opal tubes, showcasing their significance and widespread application in public lighting.

Description

Diffused Opal Tube Specifications
• Standard length 2000mm.
• Be able to customize a variety of sizes.
• We can provide in Acrylic and Polycarbonate.

MaterialOutter Dia.
(mm)
Inner Dia.
(mm)
Thickness
(mm)
Outter Dia.
Tolerance
Length
(mm)
Acrylic80743± 0.602000
100943± 0.802000
1201143± 1.002000
1501443± 1.202000
2001924± 2.002000
2502424± 2.502000
Polycarbonate50462± 0.402000
80743± 0.602000
100943± 0.802000
1201143± 1.002000
1501443± 1.202000
2001943± 2.002000

 

Diffused Opal Tube Features
• Our diffused opal tube has an excellent light evenness due to its material.

• It balances ratio of light diffusion and transmittance.

Diffused Opal Tube Attention
• Do not coexist with other organic solvents, let alone expose them to organic solvents.
• Cannot be used at temperatures above 85 degrees Celsius.

Diffused Opal Tube Application
• Installation of artwork
• 
lampshade



Related Applications

Beer Tube Application
Beer Tube Application
Acrylic beer tubes are often used at banquets, parties and events, and their transparency allows patrons to appreciate the color and foam of the beer while providing a unique way to drink.
Kaleidoscope Application
Kaleidoscope Application
Take the kaleidoscope, for example, which often provides children and adults with a wonderful visual experience, allowing people to enjoy the changes in colors and patterns. In addition, it can also demonstrate the characteristics of light and teach students about the principles of light refraction and reflection.
Interior Design Applications
Interior Design Applications
In interior design, acrylic materials have transparency and modernity and create unique spaces. They can divide the space into different areas while maintaining a sense of transparency, adding layering and design highlights to the space.
Backlight Box Application
Backlight Box Application
Acrylic tube rods can also be used in backlight boxes. The backlight box is a common advertising display design. An LED light source is placed inside, and the light is guided through an acrylic tube rod to make the entire light box shine evenly. This lighting application is very popular in commercial displays, billboards, and more.
LED Light Application
LED Light Application
By placing the LED light strip inside the acrylic tube rod, the light will be refracted and reflected multiple times inside the acrylic tube rod, making the light scatter more evenly on the entire surface of the acrylic tube rod, thereby creating a Soft and even lighting effect.
Furniture Applications
Furniture Applications
Acrylic sticks can also serve many creative and practical purposes. Due to the transparency and sturdiness of acrylic rods, it can bring a unique visual effect and modern feel in furniture design. In addition, combining acrylic rods with other materials, such as metal, wood, etc., can also create more rich and diverse design effects. Whether it’s modern, minimalist or otherwise, acrylic rods make a great addition to furniture designs.
Customized Acrylic Processing Service
  • Cutting:  Cutting according to the size required by customers, the precision tolerance can reach ±0.5mm
  • Polishing:  Treat the acrylic surface with a diamond polishing machine to make it smooth and translucent.
  • Drilling:  Drilling according to customer's requirements, and it is matched with customer's sample kit.
  • Bending:  Bending according to customer's requirements, heating the acrylic tube, and then bending with jigs.
  • Chamfering:  The edge of the acrylic pipe is chamfered to reduce sharp edges.
  • Printing:  Print patterns, words or images onto the acrylic surface to achieve personalized decorative effects.
  • Laser cutting:  Using high-power laser beams for precise cutting can achieve diverse cutting needs.
  • Assembly:  process and assemble with the accessories required by customers to complete one continuous line service.
Not all acrylic specifications are available for the above services, please inform us of your needs first, SMEACRYLIC will have a professional team to evaluate for you.
About SMEACRYLIC®
  • SMEACRYLIC® is a Taiwan based manufacturer which was founded in year 1980, a Professional Manufacturer in Extrusion Technology.
  • We specializes in extruding various kinds of plastic Profiles, Tubes, Rods and Sheets which be used in displays, decorations, lighting, illuminated advertising, architectures and a lot more applications.
  • Approximately 90% of our products are exported to over 40 countries worldwide including numerous well-known brands. Over the years, we have expanded to become the market leader in extrusion field in Asia.
QUALITY WE CARE

We insist on using 100% virgin materials.

We insist on using international branded raw materials (Sumipex, Mitsubishi, Evonik)

We insist on keeping sample records of raw materials, all raw materials are traceable.

Technical Service
SME is a customer driven company. Only satisfied customer will ensure our continued success. Buying goods from SME you can have a comprehensive consulting service package.
The following are some of the systems that we implemented to provide our customers with the excellent support and service.
  • We developed on line catalogue for our customers.
  • Stock system always offers efficient prompt delivery.
  • Samples available for most of our products.
  • Our home-made moulds offer fast and precision work to ensure customers' satisfaction.
  • Efficient ISO-9001 managing system ensures quality stability.
Manufacturing Process
Raw material import
100% virgin material
Raw material inspection
Test raw material melt index
Pre-drying
Raw material drying, remove moisture
Extrusion
Shapes produced through different dies
Cooling
Cooling and shaping
Puller
Control extrusion speed
Cut to size
Cut according to the required length
Projection measure
Accurately measure via magnification
QC inspection
4 steps inspection applies during extrusion
Packaging
Carton package to enhance product protection
Warehousing
Instant warehousing, EPR control
Shipment
Well packed for delivery
Inspection Equipment
Non-contact Image Measure System
Equipped with a high-resolution and high-precision color camera to accurately measure the size through magnification.
Illumination Meter
Accurately measure illuminance, color temperature, CRI, spectrogram, and light measurement related data.
Calipers
We use Mitutoyo LCD vernier calipers from Japan to ensure that the size and tolerance requirements.
Melt Flow Indexer
To detect the Melt Index of raw materials to ensure the quality and stability of raw materials.
Moisture Analyzer
To quickly determine the free water content of chemical raw material samples.
Temperature & Humidity Test Chamber
Simulate the environment of high temperature and high humidity to test the material change and strength attenuation of our products.
Production Equipment
Profile Extrusion Machines : 22 lines
7lines
Acrylic Rods
9lines
Acrylic Tubes
6lines
Other Profiles
3,500tons / yr
Production Capacity
Perfect Packaging
SMEACRYLIC® packaging advantages
  • Exclusive shrink film packaging slows down the water absorption of acrylic
  • Giving you a good cutting experience
  • Effectively avoid scratches on acrylic tube surface during cutting
  • Small tubes are bundled to increase the strength and are not easy to break
  • Bubble Wrap protects the tubes druing transportation
  • Carton protection, convenient for warehouse management
  • Square package, maximizing the storage capacity of the warehouse
ISO-9001 : 2015 CERTIFIED
International Exhibition

Related FAQ

Interior Design-Application of Acrylic Tube and Rod
      Acrylic Tubes/Rods  are becoming more and more popular in interior design because of their ability to create unique and impressive visual effects. Its interior appears to be something floating in the air.   Design concept: To create a modern, stylish and memorable space, while using the unique properties of acrylic pipe sticks to create a sense of lightness, transparency and space. The following are several cases of acrylic tube stick interior design case sharing:   1. Hall design: Hang multiple acrylic rods of different lengths above the ceiling of the hall, extending vertically from the ceiling to the ground. These tubes can be clear, or you can use different colored acrylic tube sticks to create a variety of different visual effects. REF.: https://www.jasboutique.co.uk     2. Exhibition compartment: Utilize the transparent properties and changeable colors of acrylic tube materials to create a unique and memorable display effect. These booth partitions are usually used in various types of exhibitions, exhibitions, events, showrooms and other places to divide the display space, display products or services, and attract the attention of the audience. REF.: https://www.pinterest.com/     3. Enclosure design: This design uses acrylic materials to build enclosures, replacing traditional brick walls or other solid material enclosures. Its transparent or translucent properties allow light to pass through and produce unique visual effects, making the space Full of lightness and openness. Although the acrylic fence is transparent, its material is generally strong and durable, and has good compression and impact resistance. This makes it not lose to traditional fence materials in terms of safety. REF.: 2022 Park Qunjian Project   4. Back wall design: Acrylic tube back wall design uses transparent acrylic tube materials for sandblasting and LED lighting to create a unique and modern background, enhance the atmosphere of the space and attract visual effects, making the entire back wall Full of life and vitality. REF.: Li Lin Design   5. Screen design: This design combines acrylic tube screen and flowing water elements to create a unique and stunning visual enjoyment. In addition, LED lights are used to illuminate the inside of the acrylic tube or under the flowing water, which can create a unique lighting atmosphere at night and enhance the beauty of the space.   REF.: https://www.sign96.com     6. Lighting effect design: Adding LED lights inside or at the bottom of the acrylic tube rod can produce unique lighting effects. Through the refraction effect of the acrylic tube, the LED light can produce a soft and bright lighting effect, adding a sense of layering and atmosphere to the interior space. REF.: Shin Kong Mitsubishi Southwest Store     7. Display racks and display cabinets: Combine acrylic tubes into frames, which can be used as display racks or display cabinets to display and display products or artworks. Transparent acrylic tubes allow the displayed items to be better displayed without blocking the view.   8. Indoor furniture:Acrylic pipe sticks can also be applied in indoor furniture design, such as chairs, tables, bookshelves, etc. These pieces of furniture are available in acrylic tubes in different colors and shapes, adding a modern touch and personalization to the interior space.   REF.: https://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca     9. Art installation: The unique transparency and light guide effect of the acrylic rod, combined with the RGB gradient light source, can effectively guide the light and distribute it evenly throughout the rod, creating a unique light guide effect. It can be used to create art installations, adding artistic atmosphere and highlights to the interior space.   The interior design of acrylic pipe sticks can bring innovation, fashion and beauty to the space, while providing practicality and functionality. You can use your creativity to create a unique interior space according to your personal preferences and space needs. However, attention needs to be paid to its material properties and maintenance requirements to ensure safety and durability. Professional designers and architects can provide more professional suggestions and ideas on the application of acrylic interior design.
SMEACRYLIC packaging
Q: SMEACRYLIC packaging       Different from the packaging methods of other factories, 99% of the acrylic products produced by SMEACRYIC are packed in cartons. The advantages of this packaging are: ◆ Convenient warehouse management and control, transparent specifications and quantities. ◆ Properly protect the product to avoid bumps and injuries. ◆ Square arrangement storage, maximize the warehouse. 1. The acrylic sticks are 3-5mm in diameter and are directly bundled in a bundle of 50 pieces. When customers sell, they can save the time for inventory, and increase the strength of the sticks, which is not easy to break.   2. For acrylic rods with a diameter of more than 6mm and acrylic tubes of 8~28mm, each piece is put into a PE bag, which can reduce the risk of friction and scratches on the acrylic rod and strengthen the protection of each acrylic rod/tube. 3. The round tube over 3.30mm is packed with shrink film, and the large tube is then inserted into a round fixed piece to avoid deformation by external force. In addition to slowing down the water absorption of acrylic, it can also reduce the scraping of acrylic fragments during processing and cutting. The risk of injury is not affected by the visual gap between the PE bag and the tube. Always pallet packaging by CFS In order to ensure that the bulk cargo can be safely delivered to the customer, when the bulk cargo is shipped, it must be packaged on pallets to avoid product damage caused by bulk cargo handling. Secured with iron straps. Remarks: Air freight may not necessarily be shipped on pallets due to consideration of customer shipping costs. FCL shipment by sea For customers who leave the whole container, after completing the loading, be sure to pull the rope to protect the goods, and record the photos of the empty container, seal, before and after sealing, so as to ensure the rights and interests of customers.  
Storage- -Application of acrylic tube
     Acrylic tubes are often used to make storage containers, such as pen holders, makeup brush holders, pencil cases, etc. These products not only provide practical storage functions, but also make the contents visible at a glance due to the transparency of the acrylic material, presenting a modern and neat feel. The following are some storage applications of acrylic tubes:   1. Pen holder:Acrylic tubes are often used to make pen holders, which can neatly classify and store different types of pens, pencils, office utensils, etc. Transparent features allow users to quickly find the tools they need.     REF:https://www.walmart.com     2. Makeup brush tube:On the dressing table, acrylic tubes are often used to hold makeup brushes, such as eye shadow brushes, foundation brushes, etc. This keeps the brushes clean and also makes it easy for users to quickly select the brush they need.     REF:https://www.amazon.com      3. Stationery box:Small acrylic tubes can be combined together to form a stationery box, which is used to store small stationery such as staples, staplers, compasses, etc., making the desktop more tidy.  REF:https://www.aliexpress.com/    4. Tool storage:Put small tools, such as screwdrivers, wrenches, etc., into acrylic tubes to make the tools more organized.   REF:Internet   5. Storage of clothing accessories: Put accessories, such as ties, necklaces, gloves, etc., into acrylic tubes to keep them neat and easy to select.   REF:Internet 6. Jewelry box: Long or round acrylic tubes can be used to make jewelry boxes to store hair accessories, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories while displaying the beauty of the jewelry. REF:amazon 7. Souvenir display box: A souvenir display box is a container used to display and protect special items, souvenirs or collectibles. It has transparent characteristics to display and appreciate the items inside, while providing a dustproof, protective and decorative Function.    REF:uhavetohavethis 8. Doll display: Doll fans can stack acrylic tubes and arrange the dolls neatly, like a small display room. In addition to storage, you can also appreciate your treasure collection at any time.    REF:SHOPEE 9. Grow plants: Grow small plants or succulents in acrylic tubes to create a mini garden.    REF:aliexpress 10. Toy storage box: Suitable for storing small toys, such as building blocks, mini vehicles, etc. The transparent material allows children to easily find the toys they want.     When choosing acrylic tubes as storage containers, you can consider the following points:   1. Size and Shape: Consider the size and shape of the items you need to store to make sure the acrylic tube container is large enough and easy to access. Define the desired height, width and depth.   2. Sturdiness and durability: Make sure the acrylic tube you choose is strong enough and durable enough to withstand the weight of the items being stored. Choosing thicker pipe walls can increase the strength of the container.   3. Transparency: The transparency of acrylic tubes is its unique feature, but at the same time, the privacy of stored items needs to be considered. Use clear acrylic tubes if you want to be able to see your content clearly; consider translucent or tinted tubes if privacy is required.   4. Safety: Pay attention to whether the edges of the acrylic tube have been smoothed to prevent accidental injuries from possible sharp edges. Make sure the container is structurally sound to prevent it from tipping or collapsing.   5. Cleaning and Maintenance: Make sure acrylic tube containers are easy to clean and maintain. The surface of acrylic containers can be easily scratched, so use a soft cleaning cloth to clean them and avoid using abrasive cleaners.   6. Design style: Based on the usage scenario and personal preference, consider whether to add color, pattern or other decoration to make the storage container more visually attractive, and incorporate the appearance design of the acrylic tube to ensure that it can blend into your interior decoration style .   Generally speaking, acrylic tubes have great application flexibility in storage and can be flexibly configured according to different needs, providing simple and modern storage solutions. No matter which way you choose to use acrylic tubes, through transparent The appearance makes items easier to identify while maintaining a clean and organized appearance.  
PMMA VS. PC
Q: Should you choose PMMA acrylic, or PC? A: Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, mainly need to consider the usage and environment, the following is a comparison table between acrylic and PC for your reference:    ITEM PMMA (Acrylic) PC (Polycarbonate) Proportion 1.19 1.2 Impact resistance Fragile 30 times stronger than acrylic Transmittance 92% 88% Processing temperature Under 80°C Under 120°C Water absorption 0.3~0.4% 0.1~0.2% Under prolonged UV light exposure Not easy to yellow easy to yellow, Need to add UV absorber layer Flame retardant degree Low (UL 94 level HB) High (UL 94 level V0) Selling cost Ordinary More Expensive   Q: What are the advantages of acrylic PMMA? Transmittance(ASTM D1003) Rockwell hardness (ASTM D785) Heat distortion temperature (ASTM D648)    Bending strength (ASTM D790) Weatherability - the extent to which the color changes with exposure time  The extent to which the flexural strength of PMMA varies with exposure time
What is Acrylic (PMMA) ?
Q: What is Acrylic (PMMA)?        Acrylic is called "polymethyl methacrylate" Poly (methyl methacrylate), referred to as PMMA, also known as plexiglass, has the reputation of "plastic crystal", and is often used as a substitute for glass. 92% light transmittance, good weather resistance, easy machining, can be adhered with chloroform, and suitable for all kinds of painting and printing (suitable for acrylic materials).           The basic chemical structure of acrylic resin is acrylic acid (Acrylic acid), which is a by-product of petroleum extraction. The scientific name of acrylic resin is Poly Methyl Methacrylate. In 1920, Rohm And Hass Company developed a synthetic resin.   The chemical substance whose chemical molecular structure is CH2=CH(CH3)COOCH3 can be regarded as an ester compound obtained by the reaction of methanol and methacrylic acid, commonly known as acrylic monomer (MMA).          A monomer refers to a "chemical substance" with a "low and fixed molecular weight" that can be polymerized into a polymer of high molecular weight, or the basic unit that constitutes a polymer. For example, methyl methacrylate (MMA), which has a molecular weight of 100.1, can be obtained as a high molecular weight homopolymer or copolymer by various polymerization techniques. Polymer refers to high molecular weight substances, such as polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), usually the molecular weight obtained by the casting method is greater than 1 million (Plastic pellets for extrusion and injection) Acrylic refers to a type of plastic material that is derived from acrylic acid. It is commonly used in various applications due to its versatility and desirable properties. Acrylics can be found in both liquid and solid forms, and they are widely used in industries such as manufacturing, construction, automotive, textiles, and art.   Additionally, acrylic sheets or panels are commonly used in applications where transparency, impact resistance, and weatherability are required. These sheets can be used as a substitute for glass in certain applications like windows, signage, displays, and protective barriers. Acrylic sheets come in various thicknesses and can be easily shaped and fabricated for specific purposes. Here are some important properties about Acrylic : Transparency: Acrylic is very transparent, similar to glass. This makes it ideal for creating transparent or translucent products such as display windows, display boards, signage, etc.   Weather Resistance: Acrylic has good weather resistance to sunlight and climate changes in the atmosphere. It is not prone to yellowing, fading or becoming brittle due to prolonged exposure to sunlight.   Lightweight: Compared to glass, acrylic is lighter. This makes it more suitable in applications requiring lightweight construction, while also aiding transportation and installation.   Ease of Processing: Acrylic is fairly easy to cut, shape, and process. This material can be produced in various forms, including sheets, tubes, profiles, etc., and can meet the needs of different shapes and sizes.   Chemical resistance: Acrylic is highly resistant to many chemicals and is not easily corroded by acids and alkalis. Therefore, it is widely used in laboratories, medical equipment, and chemical industries.   Thermoformability: Acrylic can be thermoformed under certain heating conditions, so manufacturers can make products of various shapes according to needs.   Colorful: Acrylic can be dyed into various colors and has high gloss, which makes it widely used in art, decoration and other fields.   Impact resistance: Acrylic is more tough than glass and has better resistance to impact, reducing the risk of breakage. Overall, acrylic is a versatile material with diverse applications, ranging from art to industrial and commercial uses. Further Reading:PMMA V.S. GLASS  
Acrylic Extruded Tube VS. Cast Tube
Q: Acrylic Cast Tube At present, SMEACRYLIC extruded acrylic tube, which can produce a maximum outer diameter of 250mm, but if you need a larger size, you can consider Cast Tube, the outer diameter can reach 600mm, Thickness 10mm, The length is 1.0~1.2M. The manufacturing process is based on liquid MMA raw material, poured into the tube mold, and formed by the centrifugal principle. The dimensional tolerance is large, the process is long, and one piece can be produced. It is suitable for small-scale production. Better, because the molecular weight is high, it can withstand temperature of about 90 degrees, but there will be fine cloth wheel throw marks on the surface. Q: Comparison table of Extruded Tube and Cast Tubes   Acrylic Cast Tube Acrylic Extruded Tube Manufacturing Operation Using liquid MMA raw material, pour it into the tube mold, It is formed by centrifugal principle and has large dimensional tolerance. The production process is long, and one can also be produced, which is suitable for small-scale production. There will be slight cloth wheel throw marks on the surface. Extruded from granular PMMA, with small dimensional tolerance, Fast production speed, suitable for mass production, It is normal to have small mold marks on the surface. Tolerance Large  Small Molecular Weight High (one million) Low (a hundred thousand) Physical properties Good (The molecular weight is high, and the temperature resistance is about 90 degrees) Not Good (the temperature resistance is about 80°) laser cutting OK OK Polishing (cloth wheel) Good (Higher temperature resistance) Not very Good Drilled (thick) Good (Good physical properties, high molecular weight) Need to drill slowly to avoid overheating (more likely to melt) Production restrictions 1 pcs can also be produced Production base quantity required  
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