JP Balsa Dowel, 3/16 x 36in (~5 x 915mm)

Description

JP Balsa Dowel, 3/16 x 36in – a genuine JP balsa wood from J Perkins (part number 5520285). High-quality, smooth Balsa dowel that is easily cut and sanded, perfect for creating lightweight structural joints and components.

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. Balsas 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

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 massan 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.

Product details

• Brand: JP (J Perkins)
• Part number: 5520285
• Barcode (EAN): 5051121029925
• Condition: New

Why buy from TJD Models?

TJD Models is an independent RC model shop in Kent, a short drive from junctions 2 and 3 of the M25. We offer fast UK delivery, friendly expert advice and repairs in store. Not sure this is the right item for your model? Call the shop and we’ll be happy to help.