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Clear acrylic rigid tube 16mm OD 12mm ID 500mm long

Barrow Mods

Barrow Mods YK16-12 Acrylic Rigid HardTube 16/12mm 500mm Clear

SKU CH-QQRM-0MWY8

Clear acrylic hardline tubing with 16 mm outer and 12 mm inner diameter, supplied in 500 mm lengths for custom liquid-cooling loops

  • ColorClear
  • FeaturesBarrow's Rigid tubing is a great alternative to classic soft
  • Cleaner, more precise routing than soft tubing
  • 16 mm outer and 12 mm inner diameter for exact fit
  • 500 mm length suits most custom loops
  • Hard acrylic material holds shape after heat bending
  • Requires dedicated 16 mm hardline fittings to prevent leaks

16/12 mm acrylic rigid tube for custom loops

The Barrow Mods YK16-12 is a clear hardline tube made from hard acrylic material. It offers a cleaner, more precise routing option compared with classic soft tubing for custom water-cooling builds. Each piece measures 500 mm in length and suits enthusiasts who want a rigid aesthetic.

Check fitting compatibility before ordering

The 16 mm outer diameter and 12 mm inner diameter require specialised 16 mm hardline fittings. Standard compression or barb fittings cannot be used and improper use can lead to cracking or leaks. Verify that your existing blocks, radiators and reservoirs accept dedicated hardline connectors.

Behaviour under sustained thermal load

Acrylic maintains its shape under continuous coolant temperatures typical of custom loops. The rigid structure resists kinking or collapsing during long gaming or rendering sessions. Heat from the fluid does not soften the tube once it is formed and installed correctly.

Highlights

  • Cleaner, more precise routing than soft tubing
  • 16 mm outer and 12 mm inner diameter for exact fit
  • 500 mm length suits most custom loops
  • Hard acrylic material holds shape after heat bending
  • Requires dedicated 16 mm hardline fittings to prevent leaks

Specifications

BrandBarrow
ModelYK16-12
ColorClear
FeaturesBarrow's Rigid tubing is a great alternative to classic soft tubing. Made of a hard acrylic material, hardline tubing is a cleaner, more precise way of tubing your system.

Questions about this item

Does the package include fittings or bending tools for the 16mm acrylic tube?

The box contains one 500mm clear acrylic tube with 16mm outer and 12mm inner diameter. Fittings, bending cord, heat gun and bending tool are sold separately.

How do I decide between this 16/12mm size and other diameters?

Choose 16/12mm when your water-blocks, radiators and reservoirs all accept 16mm hard-line fittings; smaller IDs restrict flow and larger ODs need different fittings.

What does the 500mm length mean when I route it inside my case?

It gives a half-metre straight run; you will cut it to fit, then heat-bend each section so the final loop matches your component layout.

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