ATHLONExtrusions® HIPS
VERSATILE. ECONOMICAL. DESIGNED FOR FORM AND FUNCTION.
ATHLONExtrusions® HIPS
ATHLONExtrusions® HIPS is a solid, extruded thermoplastic sheet made from high-impact polystyrene. It offers a smart balance of toughness, processability, and cost efficiency – making it an ideal material for thermoforming, printing, and technical applications in various industries.
Available in both reels and sheets, ATHLONExtrusions® HIPS can be supplied in a wide range of opaque colours and special effects. Whether in gloss or matt – with multiple surface textures – this material adapts flexibly to design and functional requirements.
- Good impact resistance
- Easy to thermoform and process
- Available as reels or flat sheets
- Wide choice of colours, textures, and effects
Embossing
Surfaces
| Surface finish | Gloss Level (GU) (60° Angle) |
|---|---|
| Gloss | > 85 |
| Semi gloss | 70 – 80 |
| Semi matt | 40 – 60 |
| Matt | 30 – 40 |
| Extra matt | < 30 |
Gloss units are attained from smooth finish thermoformed parts measured according to
ISO 2813 and may vary depending on colour and embossing. For more details please
refer to the Technical Datasheet.
Treatments
- Corona
- food grade