HDPE or HIPS?
HDPE or HIPS?
(OP)
Hi all, need help on best material for this - need 1 mm (BLACK if possible) stiffener but would prefer it to be flexible so that if it bends it won't break. The pieces we'll use are about 10" x 12" or so.
WE currently use Hi impact Styrene for a few things but my feeling is this may be too rigid (it's to be used as an insert in a bag) - would HDPE be a better choice, or is there something better still?
Thanks in advance,
Lauren
WE currently use Hi impact Styrene for a few things but my feeling is this may be too rigid (it's to be used as an insert in a bag) - would HDPE be a better choice, or is there something better still?
Thanks in advance,
Lauren






RE: HDPE or HIPS?
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RE: HDPE or HIPS?
As I remember, you are in far north Qld.
I think Dotmar have a branch at Cairns or Townsville. You should be able to buy 1mm PP or HDPE sheet from them
Regards
pat pprimmer@acay.com.au
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RE: HDPE or HIPS?