Evergreen Round Styrene Rods for Model Building
Shop Evergreen Round Styrene Rods at MegaHobby for solid round polystyrene rod for small fabricated details. Compare the individual listings by item number and dimensions so the material you order matches the part you intend to build.
Where this material fits
Round rod is useful for pegs, hinge-like details, simulated pipe runs, locating pins and rounded components in a scratch-built assembly. A solid center gives you material to shape or drill where a hollow tube is not needed.
Choosing the right item
Choose diameter first, then check length and pack quantity. Rod is solid; use tubing when the open end or hollow center is part of the effect you need.
From a drawing to a finished part
Begin with a measured sketch and identify which faces or edges will remain visible. Plan the cut layout so repeated components match, support the stock while working and dry-fit the assembly before bonding. Choose an adhesive for the actual material combination, then check a painted or finished sample on scrap before committing to the completed model. Keep useful offcuts for jigs, fit checks and small future repairs.
These materials can support several kinds of modeling, but the correct size depends on your scale and prototype. A part used as trim on one project may serve as a frame member on another. Use dimensions and reference drawings to make the choice rather than assuming a single profile has one fixed application.
Continue with Evergreen Plain White Styrene Sheets, Evergreen Strip Styrene, Evergreen Styrene Structural Shapes, or browse the complete Evergreen collection. Find more materials in Scratch Building and workbench equipment in Tools & Supplies.
