HIPS
HIPS is another useful material with a sound amount of balance, strength, and resistance. The reason why it’s popular is that it is less expensive and available to everyone. It performs really well in low temperatures and that’s why considered as a good material for making home applications, toys, and other electrical gadgets. Even if the temperature is low, it manages to perform its best.
Estimated Lead Time: 3-6 days
Post Process? Not Available
Max Build Size
400 x 400 x 400 mm
Default Layer Height
0.2 mm
Optional Layer Heights
0.15, 0.2, 0.25, 0.3 mm
Tolerance
±0.2 to 0.5 % (with a lower limit of ±0.2 to 0.5 mm)
Heat endurance
Up to 96 ℃
Available Colors
Media
Advantages
- Has more strength than a polystyrene material
- Easy to machine
- Ductile and soft
Disadvantages
- Less transparent
- Absorbs moisture
- Doesn’t fit in all thermal conditions
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