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Description
This premium high-performance HIPS matt white reel is a versatile engineering plastic solution, supplied on continuous reel for efficient processing. Manufactured from high impact polystyrene (HIPS), it offers an excellent balance of rigidity, toughness and dimensional stability, making it ideal for forming, cutting and fabrication.
With a clean matt white finish and food-contact suitability when correctly processed, this material is widely used in food processing lines, display and packaging components, and precision model making. The continuous reel format at a fixed 660 mm width supports automated production, thermoforming and die-cutting applications where consistent quality and repeatability are essential.
Product Features
- Available thicknesses: 0.5 mm, 0.75 mm and 1 mm to suit lightweight, medium-duty and more rigid applications.
- Supplied on continuous reels in sheet lengths of 142,000 mm, 95,000 mm or 72,000 mm for different production run sizes.
- Standard sheet width of 660 mm for compatibility with common forming and cutting equipment.
- Matt white finish for a clean, low-glare appearance that is ideal for food-related and display components.
- High impact polystyrene (HIPS) base material combining toughness, formability and good dimensional stability.
- Uniform gauge control across the web for consistent forming performance and reliable part quality.
- Optimised for thermoforming, vacuum forming, die-cutting and general fabrication processes.
Key Features and Benefits
- Excellent formability allows detailed, accurate mouldings, reducing waste and improving yield in thermoforming and vacuum forming operations.
- High impact resistance helps finished components withstand handling, transport and day-to-day use without cracking.
- Matt white surface provides a professional, hygienic look that is well suited to food-contact environments and visible display parts.
- Multiple thickness and reel length options enable you to match material usage to specific projects, minimising offcuts and storage requirements.
- Consistent material quality across the entire reel supports stable machine settings and fewer production interruptions.
- Lightweight yet robust material contributes to lower transport costs and easier handling compared with many alternative substrates.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) |
| Thickness options | 0.5 mm, 0.75 mm, 1 mm |
| Sheet length (reel) | 142,000 mm; 95,000 mm; 72,000 mm (nominal) |
| Sheet width | 660 mm (fixed) |
| Colour and finish | Matt white, low-gloss surface |
| Typical processing methods | Thermoforming, vacuum forming, die-cutting, cutting and fabrication |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This HIPS matt white reel is designed for a broad range of industrial and creative applications where a clean appearance and reliable forming behaviour are required.
- Food processing components such as trays, inserts, separator sheets and lightweight guards.
- Model making, prototyping and architectural models requiring crisp detail and paintable surfaces.
- Point-of-sale displays, signage backings and promotional items.
- Lightweight covers, shrouds and panels for machinery and equipment.
- Vacuum-formed packaging, blisters and protective inserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which thickness should I choose for my application?
For small, lightweight components or where flexibility is important, 0.5 mm is often suitable. For general-purpose trays, covers and formed parts where a balance of rigidity and weight is required, 0.75 mm is a popular choice. For more rigid components, deeper draws or parts needing extra stiffness, 1 mm is recommended. The best option depends on your design, forming depth and handling requirements.
Can this HIPS matt white reel be used for food-related applications?
HIPS is commonly used in food-related environments when manufactured and processed to appropriate standards. The matt white surface offers a clean, hygienic appearance suitable for many food packaging and processing components. Always ensure that the finished product and your processes comply with relevant food-contact regulations for your specific application.
What processing methods are suitable for this material?
This material is designed for thermoforming and vacuum forming, and it also performs well in die-cutting, guillotining, routing and other standard plastic fabrication methods. The fixed 660 mm width and consistent gauge help ensure predictable forming behaviour and stable machine settings across the length of the reel.