HIPS is one of the plastic types derived from petroleum. Produced through the polymerization of styrene in its monomeric state, HIPS has significantly better impact resistance compared to GPPS. With a matte and semi-translucent appearance, HIPS is a commonly preferred material. Also known as ‘Anti-shock,’ HIPS is the abbreviation for High Impact Polystyrene. HIPS, with a processing temperature between 180 degrees and 250 degrees, possesses various distinctive technical characteristics. These features can be detailed as follows.
Features
- Specific Gravity: 1.04 g/cm³
- Tensile Strength: 40-50 MPa
- Elastic Modulus: 2900-3400 MPa
- Impact Resistance: 1.5-2 kj/m²
- Deformation Temperature: 85ºC
- Vicat Softening Temperature: 100 ºC
Application Areas
- In the Packaging Industry (Food Packaging, Thermoforming, Fast-Food Packaging)
- In Electronic Devices (Indicators, etc.)
- Textile Accessories (Hangers, Clips, Buttons, etc.)
- In Automobiles (Headlights, Rear Brake Lights, Interior Lighting)
- On Refrigerator Shelves and Vegetable Bins
- In Toys
- In Clock and Radio Cabinets
- In Furniture Accessories
- In Heat Insulation (XPS, EPS, Graphite EPS)
Process Conditions
Processing Temperatures: It should be processed in the range of 180-250ºC.