3DXTech 3DXMAXHIPS PelletsLight, Impact-Resistant Polystyrene — Make Your Own Filament or Pellet-Print in Bulk
Light, machinable HIPS — and a dissolvable support for ABS.
3DXMAX™ HIPS is a light, impact-resistant polystyrene that machines, sands, and paints beautifully. It is also the classic dissolvable support material for ABS dual-extrusion — HIPS dissolves in d-limonene while ABS is untouched. Buy it in bulk pellet form to extrude your own filament or pellet-print. Made in the USA. Full specifications →
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USA-made HIPS resin, in economical bulk pellet form.
3DXTech compounds 3DXMAX™ HIPS in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Rev1 Technologies is your authorized 3DXTech reseller and US support partner in Auburn Hills, Michigan — ask us for the current data sheet.
Make your own filament — or feed a pellet printer — with genuine 3DXTech HIPS.
3DXMAX™ HIPS is a light, impact-resistant polystyrene that machines, sands, and paints beautifully. It is also the classic dissolvable support material for ABS dual-extrusion — HIPS dissolves in d-limonene while ABS is untouched. Buy it in bulk pellet form to extrude your own filament or pellet-print.
From pellets to spooled filament — on your own extruder.
Full control of your material supply, at bulk pricing.
A home filament extruder turns these pellets into 1.75 or 2.85 mm HIPS filament at a fraction of spooled-filament cost — ideal for high-volume printing, custom colors, or research. Pre-dry the resin, dial in your extruder, and you have a steady supply of genuine 3DXTech HIPS. Prefer to skip the spool? Feed the pellets directly into a pellet-fed printer.
Light, machinable HIPS — and a dissolvable support for ABS.
Full mechanical data for 3DXMAX™ HIPS is available from Rev1 on request.
High-impact polystyrene absorbs knocks without shattering.
The classic breakaway/soluble support for ABS dual-material prints.
Lightweight parts that stay stiff — good for large, light components.
Sands, glues, and paints readily for a smooth finish.
10 & 25 kg pails — low cost per kg for HIPS at volume.
Extrude your own HIPS filament or feed a pellet printer.
Pre-dry, then extrude — simple bulk processing.
3DXTech's guidance for turning HIPS pellets into filament or feeding a pellet printer.
Dry the resin before extrusion. A dedicated dryer or toaster oven works — not the kitchen oven.
3DXTech's recommended melt range for extruding these pellets.
Wet resin extrudes with bubbles in the filament — if you see them, dry the pellets longer.
Produce 1.75 or 2.85 mm filament with a desktop filament extruder.
Feed straight into a pellet-fed 3D printer for large-format or high-throughput work.
HIPS parts — at bulk volume.
Running from pellets makes high-volume production and large-format pellet printing far more economical than spooled filament.
When do pellets make sense?
These pellets are the same 3DXMAX™ HIPS resin as spooled HIPS filament. Choose pellets for the lowest cost per kg, pellet-fed printing, or custom filament extrusion; choose spooled filament when you want to load and print with no extra equipment. Request the full data sheet for exact mechanical figures.
| HIPS Pellets | Spooled HIPS Filament | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per kg | Lowest | Higher |
| Ready to print | Needs extruder / pellet printer | Load and go |
| Best volume | High / bulk | Low–medium |
| Custom filament (color / diameter) | Yes | No |
| Format | 10 kg / 25 kg pails | 1 kg spools |
Same 3DXMAX™ HIPS resin in both formats; request the data sheet for exact properties. Prices vary by pail size and date.
3DXTech 3DXMAX™ HIPS Pellets — Product & Processing Data
Product and processing data below. Full mechanical data for the HIPS resin is available —
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Data Sheet & Processing Support
Everything you need to run 3DXMAX™ HIPS pellets.
WHY REV1 TECH
Authorized 3DXTech Reseller. Engineering-Materials Specialists.
Rev1 Technologies is an authorized 3DXTech reseller in Auburn Hills, MI, supplying genuine USA-made material with real support.
We help you pick the right resin and format, dial in extrusion, and keep production running.
FAQ
3DXTech HIPS Pellets — Common Questions
What are HIPS pellets for?
Making your own HIPS filament on a home filament extruder, or feeding a pellet-fed 3D printer directly. They are also used for injection molding and materials research. Bulk pellets are the most economical way to run HIPS at volume.
How do I process them?
Pre-dry at 80 °C for 2–4 hours, then extrude at 190–210 °C. Drying is essential — wet resin extrudes with bubbles in the filament.
Is this the same HIPS as your spooled filament?
Yes — it is the same USA-made 3DXMAX™ HIPS resin, just in bulk pellet form. The published property data applies to both.
What sizes are available?
10 kg / 25 kg pails, in natural. Ask us about colors and larger volumes.
Where can I get the mechanical data?
The full 3DXMAX™ HIPS technical data sheet is available from Rev1 on request — use any “Request the TDS” button on this page.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes — 3DXTech manufactures and compounds its resins in Grand Rapids, Michigan.