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Try Polycarbonate rods. Available at McMaster-Carr Supply Co. (Telephone No. (330) 995-5500) in a variety of diameters. Polycarbonate won't break and leave sharp ends like plexi.

John Bowditch

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> From:         Valerie Johnston
> Reply To:     Informal Science Education Network
> Sent:         Tuesday, August 3, 2004 8:02 PM
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> Subject:      Spinning Plates
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> Hello all,
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> Our youth volunteers have a variety of demos to take out on the floor for the public; one is spinning plates. Unfortunately, the dowel rods are constantly getting broken. Does anyone have a suggestion or source for studier materials. We've had the suggestion of metal rods, but would like to research other options first. 
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> Thanks in advance for your help.
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> Valerie Johnston
> Educator
> Outreach Coordinator
> Adventure Science Center
> 615-401-5079
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