4DM00697-1 [file:4DM00697-1.jpg] HIPS Matt

HIPS Sheet, Matt

Black / 0.5 x 220 x 340mm
£0.64
Skip to product information
4DM00697-1 [file:4DM00697-1.jpg] HIPS Matt
  • 4DM00697-1 [file:4DM00697-1.jpg] HIPS Matt
  • 4DM00697 [file:4DM00697-1.jpg] HIPS, Black (Matt), 0.5 x 220 x 340mm
HIPS Sheet, Matt

4D

HIPS Sheet, Matt

Black / 0.5 x 220 x 340mm(1)
SKU: 4DM00697
In stock (26 available)

HIPS Matt Sheet is a high-performance, lightweight thermoplastic that combines a sophisticated non-reflective finish with rugged durability. Engineered for high-impact resistance and FDA-compliant food safety, it is the industry standard for everything from professional model making and vacuum-formed prototypes to premium retail displays.

£0.64
Selected options
Make your selections below. Colour: Size:
Colour
Make a selection
Size
Make a selection
This combination doesn't exist — try a different option.
This combination is out of stock.
Features
  • Superior Formability: Engineered for high-definition vacuum forming, HIPS flows consistently into deep-draw moulds, maintaining structural integrity across complex curves and sharp corners.
  • Exceptional Workability: Can be precisely cut with a professional scalpel, guillotine-trimmed, or die-cut. It is highly receptive to drilling and milling, and can be bonded instantly with specialised solvent adhesives for clean, weld-like joints.
  • Matt Aesthetic: Features a non-reflective, tactile matte finish that provides a sophisticated look for presentation models and industrial components alike.
  • Consistent Opacity: High pigment density ensures complete opacity even in thin gauges, which is critical for masking internal components or directing light in architectural site models.
  • Chemical & Impact Resistance: Naturally resistant to high-impact stress and various oils and chemicals, ensuring the material remains durable during handling and display.
Found in...
Find more products like this in these collections:

4D, All Products, Black, Brands, Materials, Plastics, Polystyrene, Shapes & Forms, Sheet Materials, White

Description

Professional HIPS Sheet High-Impact Polystyrene

High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) is a versatile, lightweight, and cost-effective thermoplastic engineered for professionals who require exceptional formability and a clean, matt aesthetic. Renowned for its superb "memory" and consistent thickness, HIPS is the definitive industry standard for vacuum forming and rapid prototyping. Available in a spectrum of colours and a wide range of gauges, these sheets provide a stable, high-opacity substrate that is as easy to machine as it is to form.

Applications:

  • Vacuum Forming & Thermoforming: The premier material for creating complex 3D forms, including bespoke trays, equipment housings, and protective covers. HIPS features a low forming temperature and high elongation, allowing it to capture intricate details with minimal thinning.
  • Architectural Model Making: An essential material for representing modern facades, internal partitions, and structural massing. Its matte finish prevents distracting glare, while its high opacity makes it ideal for internal lighting studies where light leakage must be contained.
  • Point of Sale (POS) & Signage: Extensively used for temporary displays, retail stands, and promotional signage. The matte surface is highly receptive to UV digital printing, screen printing, and vinyl application, ensuring a professional, high-impact finish.
  • Industrial Prototyping: Ideal for rapid volumetric mock-ups and ergonomic studies. HIPS can be easily scored, snapped, and bonded, making it a fast and reliable medium for testing three-dimensional designs before moving to final production.

Technical Specifications:

  • Material: High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
  • Surface Finish: Matt
  • Colour: Black, White
  • Thickness: See Options
  • Dimensions: See Options
  • 100% Reyclable

Unit Converter

in
cm
mm