PrintMax® HIPS GP Print Grade
PrintMax® HIPS GP Print Grade
General Description
General purpose HIPS that allows printers to cover a wide range of industrial, signage, and graphic arts applications. PrintMax® HIPS GP Print Grade can be die-cut, fabricated and printed. Specially formulated and rubber modified, PrintMax® HIPS GP Print Grade provides a superior surface texture and excellent ink adhesion characteristics needed for a variety of print methods. With the ability to easily adjust opacities, dyne levels and hues, it is commonly used in digital, screen and offset printing applications. This product can be one-side corona treated upon request as it comes with standard corona treatment on both sides. It offers a good balance between value and quality. It is available in different opacities, colors and finishes. For thermoforming applications contact us or visit FormPro HIPS page.
Technical
| Properties | Test Method | Value | UOM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D-792 | 1.10* | n/a |
| Rockwell Hardness (R Scale) | ASTM D-785 | 72 | n/a |
| Tensile Strength yield | ASTM D-638 | 3,300 | psi |
| Flexural Strength | ASTM D-790 | 4,800 | psi |
| Flexural modulus | ASTM D-790 | 325,000 | psi |
| Multiaxial Impact | ASTM D-3763 | 1.9 | ft lbf |
| Vicat Softening Point | ASTM D-1525 | 210 | °F |
| Gardner Gloss | ASTM D-523 | 15% -60° | n/a |
Product Information
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Line | PrintMax® |
| Item Code | PrintMax® HIPS GP Print Grade |
| Material Description | High Impact Polystyrene |
| Product Description | High Impact Polystyrene |
| Characteristics |
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Polymers
| Polymer Tag | Polymer Name |
|---|---|
| PS | Polystyrene |
Related Documents
| Title | Open |
|---|---|
| TDS—HIPS GP Print Grade | Open |
| AIS—HIPS Print Grade | Open |
| PrintMax® PolyPrime® Bulletin | Open |
| PrintMax® HIPS ECON Product Bulletin | Open |
| PrintMax® HIPS Print Grade Polystyrene Product Bulletin | Open |
*All values based on 0.125" unless otherwise stated
*Opacity dependent
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