Glass Rods
Solid glass rods by material, diameter, profile, end finish and downstream machining.
Glass Rods Overview
Glass rods are selected by material, diameter, straightness, surface condition and final use. Standard and custom profiles can be cut, ground, polished, tapered or machined when the material and dimensions support the process.
Start With The Requirement
Send material, diameter or profile, length, straightness, surface finish, end geometry, tolerance and quantity.
Glass Rods Product Families
Quartz Rods
Borosilicate Rods
Round Glass Rods
Light Guide Rods
Tapered And Stepped Rods
Custom Profile Rods
Selection System
Use the operating requirement first, then confirm the glass family, processing route and inspection method.
Prioritize material transmission, surface condition, straightness and polished end faces.
Choose material from temperature, thermal shock and chemical exposure.
Define diameter, straightness, end geometry and contact surfaces.
Engineering Data System
Diameter
Diameter, ovality and straightness are separate controls.
Surface
As-drawn, ground or polished surfaces suit different uses.
Ends
Cut, fire-polished, ground, beveled or optically polished.
Machining
Steps and profiles require material and geometry review.
Related Technical Pages
Glass Tubes
Hollow glass forms by OD, ID and wall.
Quartz Glass
High-temperature and optical rod material.
CNC Processing
Custom steps, flats and profiles.
Edging And Polishing
End-face and edge finishing.
Selection FAQ
What information should I send for a quotation?
Send the drawing, glass type if known, dimensions, thickness, tolerance, quantity, application and any edge, hole, printing, coating or strengthening requirement.
Can Specialglass help select the material?
Yes. Provide the operating temperature, optical requirement, chemical exposure, mechanical load and installation method. The engineering team can narrow the suitable glass families before quoting.
Are custom shapes available?
Custom discs, plates, windows, holes, slots, steps and CNC profiles can be reviewed against the selected material and process route.
Saving your time and cost is our common pursuit.
Tell us the material, size, thickness, tolerance, quantity, application, and any holes, slots, edges, coating, printing, or polishing requirements. We can manufacture custom glass components from your drawing, CAD file, sketch, or sample.
- Address
- Yunpu Industrial Zone, Nangang, Huangpu District, Guangzhou
- Call Us
- +86 19860070065
- Email Address
- info@specialglass.net
- +86 19860070065
- +86 19860070065