HIPS
HIPS intermediate
High Impact Polystyrene. Often used as dissolvable support for ABS.
Temperatures
| Nozzle (optimal) | 235°C |
|---|---|
| Nozzle range | 220–250°C |
| Bed (optimal) | 100°C |
| Bed range | 90–110°C |
Recommended Settings
| print speed | 40-60 mm/s |
|---|---|
| cooling | 0-30% |
| retraction distance | 0.5-1.5mm (direct drive) / 4-6mm (bowden) |
| first layer speed | 15-25 mm/s |
| enclosure | Recommended |
Properties
strength3/5
flexibility2/5
durability3/5
printability3/5
heat resistance3/5
chemical resistance2/5
Printing Tips
- Dissolves in Limonene (citrus-based solvent)
- Perfect support material for ABS prints
- Can also be used as primary material
- Similar print settings to ABS
Common Uses
- Support material
- Lightweight parts
- Insulation
Popular Brands
eSUN HIPSGizmo Dorks HIPSMatterHackers HIPS