Styrene Plastic 2 mm

Styrene is a liquid that bonds into chains to form high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) in solid form, which is one of the most widely used plastics, commonly known as plasticard or "evergreen". HIPS is lightweight and easy to work with, making it a favorite among hobbyists and modelers.

Plasticard, also known as modeling plastic, is a versatile material widely used in model making, slot cars, prototypes, and various craft and scratch-building applications. It is available in smooth sheets, textured sheets, and profiles, and can be easily cut, shaped, and glued, making it a popular choice for modelers and hobbyists. Plasticard can be manufactured from three main types of materials: ABS, styrene, and uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride), each with distinct characteristics.

This type of plasticard, compared to ABS and uPVC, is especially easy to cut, score, and bend, allowing for precise and detailed designs. It can be glued with cyanoacrylate adhesives and specific plastic glues compatible with this material, creating very strong bonds. Its smooth surface accepts paint well, providing excellent results for finished models. However, this material may not be as durable as ABS when subjected to high stress.

High-impact styrene or polystyrene plastic is used in fantasy modeling, military modeling, slot car making, as well as in scale model building or scratch building.

This set includes:

• Dimensions: 200x300 mm
• Thickness: 2 mm
• Finish: Matte 1 side / Gloss 1 side
• Quantity: 3 sheets