eSUN HIPS White Filament 1 kg

eSUN HIPS Filament White is a white High Impact Polystyrene filament for FDM/FFF 3D printing. It can be used both as a standalone technical plastic for strong models and as a dissolvable support material for complex geometry. The main advantage of HIPS is its solubility in limonene, making it useful for support printing on dual-extruder and multi-nozzle 3D printers.

White eSUN HIPS is suitable for dissolvable supports, technical parts, prototypes, housings, mockups, paintable models, auxiliary elements, templates and holders. In printing behavior, HIPS is close to ABS: it requires high nozzle temperature, a heated bed, no active part cooling and preferably an enclosed chamber. The white color is convenient for visual support control, post-processing, painting and printing light technical models.

✅ Key advantages

• Soluble in limonene: HIPS can be used as a dissolvable support material for complex models.
• White universal color: suitable for supports, prototypes, mockups, paintable models and technical parts.
• Impact resistance: withstands mechanical loads better than standard polystyrene.
• ABS-like behavior: suitable for high-temperature 3D printing.
• Heat resistance: withstands higher temperatures than standard PLA.
• Suitable for complex geometry: useful for internal channels, overhangs and hard-to-reach support structures.
• Smooth contact surface: with correct support settings, the model surface after dissolving can be cleaner.
• 1.75 mm diameter: compatible with most modern FDM/FFF 3D printers.

📐 Technical specifications

Property	Value
Brand	eSUN
Material	HIPS / High Impact Polystyrene
Material type	Impact-resistant polystyrene, dissolvable support material
Color	White
Diameter	1.75 mm
Net weight	1 kg
Solubility	Soluble in limonene
Print technology	FDM / FFF
Main purpose	Dissolvable supports, technical parts, prototypes, housings, mockups, paintable models, ABS-like printing
Recommended printer type	FDM/FFF 3D printer with heated bed, preferably enclosed

📊 Physical and mechanical properties

Property	Value
Density	1.05 g/cm³
Melt flow index	3 at 200 ℃ / 5 kg
Tensile strength	27 MPa
Elongation at break	55%
Flexural strength	39 MPa
Flexural modulus	2280 MPa
IZOD impact strength	11 kJ/m²
Heat deflection temperature	80 ℃ at 0.45 MPa
Material behavior	Rigid, impact-resistant, heat-resistant, soluble in limonene

⚙️ Recommended Printing Parameters

Parameter	Recommended value
Nozzle temperature	230–270 ℃
Bed temperature	100–115 ℃
Print speed	40–100 mm/s
Speed after tuning	Up to 150 mm/s with a stable profile
Fan speed	0%
Heated bed	Required
Enclosure	Recommended
Bed adhesion	PEI, glass with adhesive, ABS/HIPS slurry or another high-temperature printing surface
Drying	N/A according to TDS, but the material should be stored dry

🔧 Printing recommendations

• Print HIPS in an enclosed chamber or protect the model from drafts.
• Use a 100–115 ℃ heated bed to reduce warping and corner lifting.
• Turn off part cooling: 0% fan is recommended for HIPS.
• Do not print HIPS in a cold room to avoid warping, cracking and layer separation.
• For large models, use a brim, raft or additional bed adhesion.
• When printing HIPS as support material, set the support-model distance to 0.
• Print the first support contact layer more slowly for better bonding with the main model.
• Use a dual-extruder or multi-nozzle 3D printer for complex support structures.
• Dissolve HIPS in limonene only in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not pour limonene and dissolved plastic into drains.

🧩 Best applications

• 🧩 Dissolvable supports for ABS, PETG and other materials with a suitable temperature range.
• ⚙️ Complex models with internal channels, enclosed cavities and hard-to-reach areas.
• 🏗️ Engineering prototypes, housings, technical parts and mockups.
• 🔩 Rigid impact-resistant parts requiring higher heat resistance than PLA.
• 🛠️ Auxiliary elements, templates, holders and technical blanks.
• 📦 Housing prototypes and products with ABS-like print settings.
• 🎨 White models for post-processing, sanding, painting or assembly.
• ⚪ Light technical parts and mockups without a dark shade.

✅ 3D printer compatibility

eSUN HIPS White is compatible with FDM/FFF 3D printers using 1.75 mm filament, supporting a 230–270 ℃ nozzle temperature range and a 100–115 ℃ heated bed. For stable printing, an enclosed chamber or a printer housing that keeps heat around the model is recommended.

The material can be printed on Bambu Lab, Creality, Prusa, Anycubic, Elegoo, Sovol, QIDI, Flashforge and other FDM/FFF 3D printers if the printer supports the required temperature, heated bed and draft protection. For using HIPS as dissolvable support, a dual-extruder or multi-nozzle printer is recommended.

Dissolving HIPS in limonene

HIPS dissolves in limonene, making it useful as a dissolvable support material. After printing, the model is placed into a container with limonene and left until the HIPS supports soften or dissolve. Dissolving time depends on support volume, infill density, temperature, solvent circulation and model geometry.

• Work with limonene only in a well-ventilated area.
• Use gloves and eye protection.
• Do not use food containers for solvent.
• Do not heat limonene with an open flame.
• After dissolving, rinse and dry the model according to the main material requirements.
• Dispose of used solvent according to local rules.

📦 Storage

• Store the spool in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the material away from heat sources, open flames and strong oxidizing agents.
• After opening, store the filament in a bag or container with desiccant.
• Do not leave the spool in direct sunlight for a long time.
• Store limonene separately, tightly closed and away from children.

📄 File Download: technical files and certificates

• MSDS/SDS — material safety data sheet.
• TDS — technical data sheet.
• REACH — SVHC report.
• RoHS — restricted substances report.

🛡️ Safety and certification

HIPS is not classified as a hazardous chemical under GHS, but standard safety measures should be followed during printing and post-processing. Print in a well-ventilated area and avoid overheating, open flames, sparks and hot surfaces. When heated or burned, plastic may release unpleasant and potentially harmful decomposition products.

When working with limonene, use ventilation, gloves and eye protection. Do not use solvent near flames, hot surfaces or food products. Certificates and reports confirm tested samples, but they are not a universal guarantee for every finished part and every use condition.

❓ FAQ

 

Is HIPS water-soluble?

No. HIPS is not water-soluble. It dissolves in limonene. If a water-soluble support material is required, PVA is usually used.

What is white HIPS used for?

White HIPS is used for dissolvable supports, technical parts, housings, prototypes, mockups, paintable models and complex geometry printing.

Can HIPS be printed without an enclosure?

It can be printed without an enclosure, but an enclosed chamber is strongly recommended. HIPS has high shrinkage and is sensitive to drafts, so without heat retention it may warp, crack or lift from the bed.

What bed temperature is required for HIPS?

The recommended bed temperature for eSUN HIPS is 100–115 ℃. For large models, good bed adhesion and draft protection are also important.

Does HIPS need part cooling?

Usually no. The recommended fan speed is 0%. Turning off part cooling helps reduce shrinkage, layer separation and cracking.

Is HIPS beginner-friendly?

HIPS is harder to print than PLA and PETG. Stable printing requires a heated bed, high nozzle temperature, draft protection and preferably an enclosure.

How is HIPS different from PVA?

HIPS dissolves in limonene and is better suited for ABS-like printing. PVA dissolves in water and is more commonly used as a support material for PLA, PETG and lower-temperature printing materials.

 

🚀 Why buy

eSUN HIPS Filament White is a practical material for technical FDM/FFF 3D printing, dissolvable supports and strong functional parts. The white color is convenient for supports, mockups, prototypes, paintable models and light technical parts. HIPS is especially useful when printing complex geometry on dual-extruder 3D printers, where supports must be removed cleanly without mechanical damage to the main part.