Stratocaster Tremolo Back Plate, 3-Ply

Key points

A missing or worn tremolo cover leaves the back cavity of a Strat-style guitar exposed. This replacement is meant to cover that area and give it a white pearl look.

It uses a three-ply PVC construction and a vintage-style layout. The listing describes it for standard US- or Mexico-made Fender Stratocaster guitars.

The package includes one backplate and pickguard screws. The plate has six oval openings and six screw-mounting holes.

For a quick check before buying, compare the hole layout and shape with your current plate rather than relying on the guitar name alone. That matters especially when replacing a part on a specific instrument.

How it fits

The stated fit is for a standard Stratocaster made in the US or Mexico. That gives you a useful starting point, but the listing doesn’t provide plate dimensions or confirm fit across every year or variation. Keep in mind that the screw positions and outline still need to match your guitar, the six-hole layout is worth comparing with the plate you’re replacing.

On the spec sheet, thickness is about 2.2 mm, with a stated variation of +/- 0.2 mm between material batches. It suits you if your existing cover has the same general shape and mounting pattern. You may want to skip it if you need a precisely specified size or a confirmed fit for a model outside the stated standard Stratocaster range.

Tips for day-to-day use

Before installing it, peel off the protective plastic films. Leaving them on can make the finish look cloudy or unfinished, so take a moment to remove them before judging the white pearl surface.

A practical way to approach the swap is to place the new plate against the guitar first and check that the openings and screw holes line up with the existing layout. The included screws are a convenience, but the listing doesn’t specify their dimensions. If alignment looks off, don’t force the screws into place, the plate may not match that instrument’s pattern.

This is a focused replacement part, not a tremolo upgrade. If you’re trying to change the guitar’s hardware or setup, a backplate alone won’t address those goals. For a straightforward cover replacement, though, the three-ply PVC construction and included screws keep the package centered on the job.

Practical doubts

What is the backplate made from? It is described as PVC with a three-ply construction.

What comes in the package? One guitar backplate and pickguard screws are listed as included.

Does it arrive with a protective film? Yes. The listing says to peel off the plastic films before installation.

Should you buy it?

This plate makes sense when you need a replacement for a standard US- or Mexico-made Stratocaster and the six-hole mounting pattern matches your current cover. The white pearl color also gives you a specific look rather than the less decorative approach of choosing a plain, standard-color replacement.

The trade-off is limited fit information: there are no full dimensions or year-by-year compatibility details here. If the guitar is a less common variation, compare the old plate’s outline and holes before ordering. Buy it for a direct cover replacement when those details line up, choose a part with confirmed measurements if an exact fit is the priority.