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Description
The J Perkins 25mm (1.0Ins) Dia. Balsa Dowel, part number 5520297, is a 36in round balsa wood dowel for model making, structural assemblies and creative construction work. Made from AAA grade balsa wood, it has a solid circular profile and a smooth, consistent surface along its length. The lightweight material is suitable for projects where the strength-to-weight ratio and ease of shaping are important.
This dowel is precision-machined for a uniform diameter and can be cut, drilled, sanded or joined as required. Its even grain makes it suitable for detailed finishing, while the brown balsa surface can be painted or refined for presentation models and visual prototypes. Suggested applications include architectural models, RC and aeronautical frameworks, film and television props, miniature construction, and industrial or product design mock-ups.
Features
The circular profile can represent columns, supports, pipes, rods and other cylindrical details in a range of scale modelling projects. It can also be used for lightweight fuselage frameworks, wing leading edges and landing gear struts in model engineering. For prop making and miniature work, the dowel provides a workable base that can be shaped to create structural or decorative components.
Sourced from plantation-grown timber, this balsa dowel offers a renewable modelling material for users working on architectural, engineering, educational or creative projects. The 25mm diameter remains consistent across the approximately 36in length, helping with repeatable construction and clean joins.
Specifications
- Diameter: 25mm (1in)
- Length: approximately 915mm (36in)
- Material: AAA grade balsa wood
- Profile: solid round rod
- Weight: 50g
- Colour: brown
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Specifications
AAA Grade Balsa Wood Dowels – Precision Circular Profiles (36in)
AAA Grade Balsa Wood dowels are a high-quality, lightweight structural material designed for professional model making, aeronautical engineering, and film production. Each dowel is precision-machined to ensure a perfectly circular cross-section and a smooth, consistent finish. Sourced from sustainable, plantation-grown timber, these dowels offer the exceptional strength-to-weight ratio that is characteristic of premium balsa wood, making them a reliable choice for complex structural assemblies.
Applications:
- Architectural Model Making: Ideal for representing cylindrical structural columns, vertical supports, and organic landscape elements. The circular profile provides a sleek, professional aesthetic for contemporary massing models and can be easily sanded or refined for high-detail presentation work.
- Aeronautical & RC Engineering: A staple material for constructing lightweight fuselage frameworks, wing leading edges, and landing gear struts. The consistent grain and structural rigidity of these dowels are critical for engineers developing high-performance, flight-capable prototypes.
- Film & TV Prop Making: Used extensively for building lightweight "hero" props, intricate miniatures, and set details. Balsa’s uniform surface allows these dowels to be easily carved, sanded, and painted to simulate a variety of industrial materials, metallic pipes, or historical wooden fixtures.
- Industrial & Product Design: Perfect for rapid volumetric studies and ergonomic mock-ups. The dowels can be easily cut, drilled, or joined to create lightweight skeletal frames for early-stage design prototypes.
Technical Specifications:
- Material: AAA Grade Balsa Wood
- Shape: Solid Circular Dowel
- Length: 36in (Approx. 914mm)
- Diameter: See Options
J Perkins 25mm (1.0Ins) Dia. Balsa Dowel Key Features:
- AAA Grade Precision: Machined to exacting standards to provide a uniform diameter and a high-quality surface finish across the full length of the dowel.
- Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Delivers structural stability with minimal mass—an indispensable quality for both architectural site models and aerodynamic designs.
- High Workability: Effortlessly cut with a professional saw or craft knife. The soft, even grain is highly receptive to sanding, ensuring perfectly flushed joints and smooth transitions.
- Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: Harvested from fast-growing plantations, ensuring a responsible and renewable source of high-quality modelling timber.
J Perkins 25mm (1.0Ins) Dia. Balsa Dowel Tech Specs:
- Weight: 50g / 1.76oz
- Shipping Weight: 0.05kg / 0.11lbs
- Product Height: 25mm / 0.98in
- Product Width: 25mm / 0.98in
- Product Length: 915mm / 36in
- Product Diameter: 25mm / 1in
- Age Recommendation: 14+
- Colour: Brown
- Material: Balsa
- Profile: Round Rod
Key Info:
- Brand: J Perkins
- Part No: 5520297
- Barcode: 505112102999
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