Fiberglass
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| − | A single 3/8" rod can be used up to a core length of | + | '''Fiberglass''' usually refers to solid fiberglass rods, which are not pultruded or blended with carbon fiber (see [[kitespar]]). They are generally round, but occasionally square or rectangular, and are commonly used as 3/8" and 1/2" round rods (for blues and min reds), 5/8" (for short reds), and the same sizes (3/8" & 1/2") square, or 1/2"x3/4" rectangular bars (available from specialty suppliers). |
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| + | A single 3/8" rod can be used up to a core length of about 30", before it can become likely to fail for flex. 1/2" rods are safe out to approximately 48". Thinner fiberglass rods can be bundled together to form a stiffer core, the origin of the term [[Double Core]]. A double core of 3/8" rods is stiff out to 48" or longer. 5/8" or 11/16" can be used for weapons greater than 48" long. | ||
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== Sources of Fiberglass == | == Sources of Fiberglass == | ||
| − | Online: | + | ===Online:=== |
*[[Edhellen]] - specifically, [http://www.forgedfoam.com/?product=36-fiberglass-core here]. | *[[Edhellen]] - specifically, [http://www.forgedfoam.com/?product=36-fiberglass-core here]. | ||
| − | + | *[https://www.gorgtech.com/category/accessories/replacement/ Gorg the Blacksmith] | |
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*[https://goodwinds.com/ Goodwinds] has become a good go-to source for fiberglass & kitespar. | *[https://goodwinds.com/ Goodwinds] has become a good go-to source for fiberglass & kitespar. | ||
| − | *Depending on shipping, [http://www.kencove.com/fence/Fiberglass+Posts_detail_F12-4SG.php Kencove] might be a | + | *[http://www.mgs4u.com/fiberglass-tube-rod.htm Max Gain Systems] |
| − | *[http://www.warlordsports.com/fiberglass-pole-core warlord sports- for polearms] | + | *Depending on shipping, [http://www.kencove.com/fence/Fiberglass+Posts_detail_F12-4SG.php Kencove] might be a option. |
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| − | Offline: | + | *<s>Action Armouries - now defunct and offline, formerly a common source for various sizes of fiberglass.</s> |
| − | * Farm supply stores | + | *<s>[http://www.warlordsports.com/fiberglass-pole-core warlord sports- for polearms]</s> |
| − | * Hardware stores, as driveway markers (many are too skinny) look in the signs section they | + | ===Offline:=== |
| + | * Farm supply stores and granges. Sold as electric fence posts. Some farm supply stores known to carry fiberglass are Farm & Fleet, Fleet Farm, Farm & Tractor, [https://www.farmstore.com/ Wilco] in WA & OR, [http://www.agway.com Agway], and the [http://www.mytscstore.com/ Tractor Supply Company], the latter of which is the most geographically widespread. | ||
| + | * Garden centers at most big box stores. 3/8" is commonly available; 1/2" more rarely available. Miracle Grow has started selling a green fiberglass pole that appears to be the same except for its color. | ||
| + | * Hardware stores, in the garden center, or as driveway markers (many are too skinny) look in the signs section they usually come in red and yellow the red ones are slight more ridged and are good for making a dual core weapon. | ||
| + | *Specialty fiberglass producers. Often the most expensive option (because it's not mass produced as a fence post), but sometimes the only local option. Two xamples are Goodwinds and TAP Plastics. | ||
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== See Also: == | == See Also: == | ||
*[[:Category:Core Materials]] | *[[:Category:Core Materials]] | ||
*[[Kitespar]] | *[[Kitespar]] | ||
Latest revision as of 12:59, 13 April 2022
Fiberglass usually refers to solid fiberglass rods, which are not pultruded or blended with carbon fiber (see kitespar). They are generally round, but occasionally square or rectangular, and are commonly used as 3/8" and 1/2" round rods (for blues and min reds), 5/8" (for short reds), and the same sizes (3/8" & 1/2") square, or 1/2"x3/4" rectangular bars (available from specialty suppliers).
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[edit] Sizes
A single 3/8" rod can be used up to a core length of about 30", before it can become likely to fail for flex. 1/2" rods are safe out to approximately 48". Thinner fiberglass rods can be bundled together to form a stiffer core, the origin of the term Double Core. A double core of 3/8" rods is stiff out to 48" or longer. 5/8" or 11/16" can be used for weapons greater than 48" long.
[edit] Sources of Fiberglass
[edit] Online:
- Edhellen - specifically, here.
- Gorg the Blacksmith
- Goodwinds has become a good go-to source for fiberglass & kitespar.
- Max Gain Systems
- Depending on shipping, Kencove might be a option.
Action Armouries - now defunct and offline, formerly a common source for various sizes of fiberglass.warlord sports- for polearms
[edit] Offline:
- Farm supply stores and granges. Sold as electric fence posts. Some farm supply stores known to carry fiberglass are Farm & Fleet, Fleet Farm, Farm & Tractor, Wilco in WA & OR, Agway, and the Tractor Supply Company, the latter of which is the most geographically widespread.
- Garden centers at most big box stores. 3/8" is commonly available; 1/2" more rarely available. Miracle Grow has started selling a green fiberglass pole that appears to be the same except for its color.
- Hardware stores, in the garden center, or as driveway markers (many are too skinny) look in the signs section they usually come in red and yellow the red ones are slight more ridged and are good for making a dual core weapon.
- Specialty fiberglass producers. Often the most expensive option (because it's not mass produced as a fence post), but sometimes the only local option. Two xamples are Goodwinds and TAP Plastics.
