HIPS-6045 is a versatile high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) engineered for both extrusion and injection molding applications. This material offers excellent performance characteristics, making it suitable for a wide array of products across various sectors, particularly where durability and impact resistance are required.
 
Product Description
Manufacturing Process: HIPS-6045 is produced to achieve high impact resistance, which is crucial for products that undergo frequent handling or are subject to stress.
Characteristics: It provides excellent extrusion and molding capabilities, making it adaptable for complex shapes and structures.
 
Typical Applications
Injection Molding Applications: HIPS-6045 is extensively used for manufacturing office, kitchen, and bathroom articles, where its impact resistance and ease of processing are beneficial.
Extrusion Applications: It is ideal for food packaging, such as beverage cups and packaging for dairy products. It's also used in the production of disposable dishware, sheets, and toys, as well as internal parts and housings for household appliances.
 
Typical Physical and Mechanical Properties
Melt Flow Rate: 4 g/10min at 200°C & 5 kg load (ASTM D1238), indicating the material's flow characteristics under heat, which is optimal for molding and extrusion processes.
Tensile Strength: 24 MPa (ASTM D638), measuring the material's resistance to stretching forces, essential for products requiring tensile durability.
Flexural Modulus: 1900 MPa (ASTM D790), reflecting the material's stiffness and its ability to resist deformation under load.
Charpy Impact Strength: 9.5 KJ/m² (ISO 180), showing the toughness of the material when subjected to sudden impacts, making it suitable for high-stress applications.
Vicat Softening Point: 91°C at 120°C with a 1 kg load (ASTM D1525), the temperature at which the material begins to soften, important for applications that involve thermal exposure.
 
Packaging
Form: Supplied in cylindrical pellets approximately 2.5×2.5 mm in size, facilitating ease of processing and handling.
Packaging Options: Available in 25 kg bags, ensuring practicality and efficiency in storage and transport.
 
Regulatory Information
Compliance: Manufacturers using HIPS-6045 for food contact articles must ensure compliance with migration requirements to meet safety standards in their actual use, highlighting the material's suitability for food-related applications.
 
Summary
HIPS-6045 stands out due to its excellent extrusion and injection molding capabilities, combined with high impact resistance. This makes it a preferred choice for a variety of applications, from household items to complex food packaging solutions. Its mechanical properties ensure durability and reliability in products designed for both general use and specific, demanding applications. The regulatory compliance requirement underscores the material's safety in food contact applications, ensuring that it meets industry standards for consumer safety.