WHY USE HIPS
HIPS dissolves in limonene, enabling complex ABS geometries with clean support removal. Also prints well standalone with good impact resistance.
Support material for ABS prints, or standalone parts requiring easy post-processing.
PRINTING REFERENCE
How to Print HIPS
The same STANDARD PRINT CO. reference values appear in the TDS download. They are starting points, not batch test results or a calibrated machine profile.
| Nozzle Temperature | 220-250°C |
|---|---|
| Bed Temperature | 90-110°C |
| Fan Speed | 0-30% |
| Print Speed | < 300 mm/s |
| Enclosure | Yes |
| Recovery drying after exposure | 80-90°C, 6-8h |
Validate with a calibration print and consult the printer, nozzle and build-surface guidance. For recovery drying, also check spool and dryer temperature limits.
Our filament is ready to print from an intact, sealed bag; no initial drying is needed. Reseal it in the foil bag with maintained desiccant between prints. Storage does not remove absorbed moisture.
Check storage and recovery dryingPROPERTIES
Key Characteristics
DOWNLOADS
Documentation & References
APPLICATIONS
What to Print With It
Support & specialty
Dissolvable supports and specialty applications.
Complex ABS assemblies
Multi-material prints using soluble support removal.
Dissolvable supports
Support structures that dissolve for clean removal.
HARDWARE
Compatible Printers
Enclosed Filament Printer
Temperature-controlled chamber for improved print quality and reduced warping.
Enclosed + Heated Chamber
Active heating for engineering polymers like ABS, ASA, and nylons.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common Questions About HIPS
What is HIPS best used for?
Support material for ABS prints, or standalone parts requiring easy post-processing.
Do I need an enclosed printer for HIPS?
The HIPS reference sheet calls for an enclosure. Check your printer setup and ventilation requirements.
Does HIPS need drying before printing?
STANDARD PRINT CO. filament is ready to print from an intact, sealed bag; no initial drying is needed. Reseal it in the foil bag with maintained desiccant between prints. After moisture exposure, assess recovery drying separately. Storage does not remove absorbed moisture; moisture-sensitive materials may need protected feeding while printing.
What nozzle temperature should I use for HIPS?
The HIPS reference sheet lists 220-250°C. Use a suitable printer profile, check nozzle and build-surface compatibility, and calibrate for the part.
AVAILABILITY
Available Options
DIAMETERS
SIZES
COLOURS
See the product page for current colour availability.
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Other Materials in the ABS Family
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