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High Impact Polystyrene [HIPS]

High Impact polystyrene [HIPS] is an inexpensive, lightweight plastic sheet that is available in various colours with a gloss, matt or embossed surface finish. High Impact Polystyrene can be fabricated and is easily thermoformed and is typically used for handling-trays which accommodate lightweight product. Unmodified grades have poor UV resistance and should not be used for external applications. HIPS offers a consistent, easily printed matte surface for either one or two sided printing applications. This polystyrene sheet product, is especially suitable for Lithographic or Flexographic printing of displays, POP graphics, signs, tags and cards. However HIPS has a poor fire performance and this should be taken into consideration when assessing it's suitability for display applications.

H.I.Polystyrene Sheet - Material Properties
 
Properties ISO Test Method Unit Matt Sheet Gloss Capping
Density ISO 1183 G/cm³ 1.05 1.05
Izod Impact Strength(notched) ISO 180 J/m 100 -
Flexural Strength ISO 178 Mpa 42 90
Tensile Strength ISO 527 Mpa 26 -
Falling dart impact Strength (4.0mm) ISO 6603 -1 J 16 16
Vicat Softening Temperature ISO 306A °C 95 92
Heat Deflection Temperature ISO 75a °C 81 76
Flammability Rating UL94 - HB HB
High Impact Polystrene [HIPS] sheet
White Matt / Matt 1372mm x 660mm White Matt / Gloss 1372mm x 660mm
0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 4.0mm, & 6.0mm 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1.0mm, 1.25mm,1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm 3.0mm, 4.0mm, 5.0mm & 6.0mm
Black Matt / Matt 1372mm x 660mm Black Matt / Gloss 1372mm x 660mm
0.5, 0.75, 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm 0.5, 0.75, 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm 3.0mm, 4.0mm & 5.0mm
White & Black Matt / Gloss 2500mm x 1250mm White only Matt / Gloss 2000mm x 1000mm
1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 4.0mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm
White & Black Matt / Gloss 1600mm x 1080mm White & Black Matt / Gloss 1220mm x 915mm
1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm

HIPS Coloured sheet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Opal

Cream

Yellow

Red

Green

Blue

Brown

Grey

 

 

 

 

 

 The colours shown are merely a guide not an exact match to the actual sheet.

Orange

Purple

Lilac

 

 

 

All Colours 1372mm x 660mm All Colours bar Brown & Cream 1830mm x 1220mm
1.5mm, 2.0mm & 3.0mm 1.5mm & 3.0mm
Black "Leathergrain" 1372mm x 660mm Black "Pinseal" 1372mm x 660mm
1.5mm & 2.5mm 1.5mm, 2.0mm & 3.0mm
Conductive Black matt / matt 1372mm x 660mm Styrosun UV-stable White matt / matt 1372mmx660mm
1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm & 3.0mm 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm & 4.0mm
Silver Mirror*** 2000mm x 1000mm Brushed ***Silver & ***Gold 2440mm x 1220mm
1.0mm, 1.5mm & 2.0mm 1.0mm & 2.0mm

***Not suitable for thermoforming

Material Safety Data Sheet for H.I.Polystyrene

Ingredients; Pigments (non hazardous) 4% max, Additives (non hazardous) 10% max, Graft polymer of styrene on a dienic unsaturated rubber CAS #009003-55-8 90%

Physical Properties. Nature of material - solid, Physical form - flat sheet. Appearance - sheet smooth or embossed. Molecular weight - variable. Odour - characteristic. Melting point 80°C. Insoluble in water. Specific gravity 1.05. Percentage of volatiles by volume - negligible.

Fire and Explosion data. Auto ignition temp. - 450°C, Flash point - 350°C. Fire and explosion hazards - Formation of toxic fumes & styrene & butadiene monomer in trace quantities.

Health Effects Data: Effects of inhalation; fumes from thermal decomposition and dust generated from machining may cause temporary breathing difficulties. Effects of ingestion - non toxic. Eye contact; Fumes or dust may cause irritation. Skin contact; hot material may cause burns.

First Aid: First aid for inhalation; remove victim to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist. First Aid for ingestion; seek medical attention if symptoms develop. First Aid for eye contact- flush eye with water. First Aid for skin contact- cool burns with water, seek medical attention for removal of molten material.

Protective Clothing/ Control Measures: Respiratory protection; Dust masks should be available. Eye protection - use safety glasses. Thermal gloves and protective clothing should be worn. Ventilation requirements - good local and adequate general ventilation should be ensured.

Emergency Procedures. Spillage; lift spillage mechanically.

Waste Disposal. Controlled waste; No. Preferred disposal method - incineration or sanitary landfill, regarding local legal requirements.

Ecological Hazards. Water hazard; no ecological hazard. Land hazard - no hazard.

Transport. Special requirements- none. Labelling - (not dangerous).

The information given here is believed to be correct, but completeness and accuracy are not guaranteed. The user shall be fully responsible for determining the suitability of products for the intended use.