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Clear rigid acrylic tube 12mm ID 16mm OD 500mm length

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Unique-Bargains Clear Rigid Acrylic Pipe 12mm ID 16mm OD 500mm

SKU CH-GEW6-1Z36D

Clear rigid acrylic tube with 12 mm inner and 16 mm outer diameter for visible fluid flow in DIY, aquarium or lighting projects

  • MaterialAcrylic
  • High transparency lets you monitor liquid flow inside the 12 mm ID tube
  • Rigid PMMA construction resists impact and chemicals for long service life
  • 500 mm length suits aquarium, lighting and DIY projects
  • 2 mm wall thickness balances strength with easy handling
  • Clear acrylic withstands high temperatures while maintaining optical clarity

Clear Rigid Acrylic Pipe 12mm ID

This clear rigid acrylic pipe has a 12mm inner diameter and 16mm outer diameter with a 500mm length. It suits hobbyists building custom liquid-cooling loops or aquarium plumbing who need to see fluid flow. The PMMA material offers high transparency and chemical stability for visible tubing runs. Buyers needing flexible routing or tighter bend radii should choose soft tubing instead.

Installation ease and common issues

The rigid tube must be cut to length and chamfered before fitting compression fittings; a fine-tooth saw and deburring tool prevent leaks. Over-tightening fittings can stress the acrylic and cause hairline cracks at the entry point. Heat bending requires a controlled hot-air gun and mandrel; uneven heating leads to kinks or whitening. No adhesive or solvent welding is recommended for this material.

Capacity and headroom

The 12mm bore handles typical single-loop flow rates for CPU and GPU blocks without restriction. Two millimetre wall thickness resists burst pressure well above standard pump outputs. The 500mm straight length covers most case runs but complex builds will need multiple pieces and angled fittings. Very long single runs or multi-block arrays may exceed practical pressure head.

Highlights

  • High transparency lets you monitor liquid flow inside the 12 mm ID tube
  • Rigid PMMA construction resists impact and chemicals for long service life
  • 500 mm length suits aquarium, lighting and DIY projects
  • 2 mm wall thickness balances strength with easy handling
  • Clear acrylic withstands high temperatures while maintaining optical clarity

Specifications

MaterialAcrylic
BrandUnique Bargains

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the 12 mm inner diameter is clear after installation?

Run water or air through the tube and look through the transparent acrylic wall; the 12 mm bore should show uninterrupted flow with no cloudiness or blockage.

What does the package contain and what fittings must I source separately?

The box includes one 500 mm PMMA tube with 12 mm ID and 16 mm OD; compression fittings, clamps or connectors for 16 mm OD are not supplied.

Should I choose the 500 mm length or a different size for my project?

This listing provides a single 500 mm (20-inch) piece; if your run requires a longer or shorter span you will need to cut this tube or order additional lengths.

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