5mm PMMA Side-Emitting Plastic Optical Fiber for Toys and Decor
5mm PMMA side-emitting plastic optical fiber, 1-10mm range, 18mm bend radius, 100m roll, for toys, home decoration and neon-replacement side-glow lighting.
The 5 mm PMMA side-emitting plastic optical fiber is a flexible side-glow light guide for toys, home decoration and neon-replacement strips, glowing evenly along its length when fed by an LED engine.
Product Overview
Side-glow cable is a safe, virtually unbreakable alternative to neon that can change color and is energy efficient. This PMMA side-emit fiber is supplied in diameters from 1 mm to 10 mm (this listing centers on the 5 mm size), on 100 m rolls, with an 18 mm minimum bend radius. Because no UV, IR or heat comes out of the fiber and there is no voltage in the cable, it is easy to install and shape around toys, shelf edges and decor features.
Key Features
- 5 mm (1–10 mm range) PMMA side-emitting fiber.
- No heat, no UV/IR output, no electrical hazard at the glow strip.
- Soft and flexible, 18 mm minimum bend radius.
- Supplied on 100 m rolls; low maintenance, easy to cut and install.
- RGB when driven by a multi-color LED engine.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Notes / Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber Type | Side-emitting (side-glow) PMMA fiber | – | Plastic side-emit optical fiber. |
| Available Diameter | 1 – 10 | mm | This item shown at 5.0mm; range per supplier. |
| Core Material | PMMA (MMA) | – | Per supplier listing. |
| Minimum Bending Radius | 18 | mm | Per supplier listing. |
| Length | 100 | m/roll | MOQ 1 roll. |
| Weight | 0.014 | kg/m | Per supplier listing. |
| Emission Color | RGB (via LED engine) | – | Fiber itself is clear; color set by engine. |
Applications
- Toy and novelty accent glow.
- Home decoration, shelf and furniture edge lighting.
- Neon-replacement strips for bars, displays and hanging lamps.
See our full fiber optic lighting range for matching LED engines, star-ceiling fiber and side-glow rolls.
Ordering & Customization
We supply this side-emit fiber by the 100 m roll in 1–10 mm diameters, cut to length with a matching LED engine on request. To quote, confirm diameter, run length, engine color/control and quantity. Contact our sales team with your design.
FAQ
What diameter should I use? Thicker 5 mm and 10 mm glows brighter over long runs; thinner 1–3 mm suits tight, fine detail. Match the diameter to your engine and viewing distance.
Does it include the LED? No, the fiber is passive; pair it with a side-glow LED engine (110/220 V) chosen for your run length.
Can it be used outdoors? The jacket is treated for indoor/outdoor decor; for permanent wet or outdoor installs confirm the engine IP rating.
Why Choose Us
TOCP Fibercable supplies decorative side-glow and end-glow PMMA fiber with matching LED engines for toys, home and commercial projects, with supplier parameters checked before quoting. Read our FAQ page or visit the home page.
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