Filament
HIPS
Support material dissolved by limonene, ideal for ABS multi-extrusion prints.
High-impact polystyrene is a support filament used with ABS on dual-extrusion printers. It dissolves in d-limonene (not water), making it the go-to support for ABS parts with complex geometry. Can also be printed as a lightweight, paintable model material.
Ratings
Ease2/5
Strength2/5
Flexibility2/5
Heat res.3/5
Detail3/5
UV res.2/5
Print settings
- Nozzle temp
- 230–250 °C
- Bed temp
- 100–110 °C
- Enclosure
- Recommended
- Drying needed
- Yes
- Heat deflection temp
- 85 °C
Print tips
Print at 230–250 °C, matching ABS temps. Bed 100–110 °C. Enclosure recommended. Dissolve supports in d-limonene (not water).
Safety & food contact
Low odor; d-limonene solvent is flammable — handle with care.
Food contact: Not food-safe.
Common uses
Support material for ABSLightweight modelsPaintable parts
Pros
- Dissolves in limonene
- Matches ABS print temps
- Lightweight
- Paintable
Cons
- Needs limonene solvent
- Not water-soluble
- Warping
- Limited to ABS pairing
Typical price: $20–35/kg