Low Price Mid Level Mens Pickleball Paddles Factory
The factory produces mid‑level pickleball paddles aimed at male recreational players who seek a balance between cost and playability. Each paddle follows a standard USAPA‑approved dimensions
Low‑Price Mid‑Level Men’s Pickleball Paddles – Factory Direct
Product Overview
The factory produces mid‑level pickleball paddles aimed at male recreational players who seek a balance between cost and playability.
Each paddle follows a standard USAPA‑approved dimensions envelope, allowing use in sanctioned club play and informal matches.
Design focuses on consistent weight distribution and a comfortable grip size to reduce variability between units.
Core Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 400 | mm | Within USAPA limits |
| Width | 200 | mm | Standard blade width |
| Thickness (profile) | 12 | mm | Core + face layers |
| Weight | 220–240 | g | Mid‑range for adult male players |
| Grip Circumference | 102 | mm | Standard men’s size |
| Swing Weight (approx.) | 95 | points | Measured at 10 cm from butt cap |
Material Options
- Face: woven fiberglass reinforced with a polypropylene resin matrix, providing a nominal flexural modulus of 4.5 GPa.
- Core: polypropylene honeycomb with cell size 6 mm and density 0.025 g/cm³, delivering a compressive strength of 0.18 MPa.
- Handle: polyurethane over‑molded onto a nylon reinforcement shaft, offering a Shore A hardness of 85.
- Edge guard: extruded PVC strip, 2 mm thick, bonded with hot‑melt adhesive for impact resistance.
Manufacturing Tolerances
Length and width are held to ±0.5 mm using CNC‑cut molds; thickness variation stays within ±0.3 mm across a batch.
Weight tolerance is ±5 g, achieved by controlling resin‑to‑fiber ratio during vacuum bagging.
Grip circumference is maintained within ±1 mm via molded rubber sleeves with integrated measurement pins.
Performance Characteristics
The paddle exhibits a nominal rebound coefficient of 0.42 when tested against a USAPA‑standard ball at 30 m/s impact speed.
Vibration damping, measured as decay time of a 5 Hz impulse, averages 120 ms, reducing arm fatigue during extended play.
Surface roughness (Ra) of the face is kept between 3–5 µm to ensure consistent spin generation without excessive wear on balls.
Typical Applications
- Recreational club play where cost‑effectiveness is prioritized over premium performance.
- Community center programs needing durable paddles for high‑turnover usage.
- Promotional events or tournament giveaways requiring uniform specifications across large quantities.
Quality Assurance
- Dimensional inspection performed on every 50th piece using calibrated laser gauges.
- Weight checked on a precision scale with 0.1 g resolution; outliers trigger a batch review.
- Impact resistance validated by dropping a 0.5 kg steel ball from 1 m onto the face; no delamination accepted.
- Visual inspection for surface defects, bubbles, or uneven coating under 10× magnification.
Customization Options
- Weight adjustment via core density selection (range 0.020–0.030 g/cm³) in 0.002 g/cm³ increments.
- Grip size variation from 94 mm to 110 mm circumference, molded to order.
- Face color customization using UV‑stable pigments; minimum order quantity 500 units per shade.
- Logo placement options: screen‑printed on the face or embossed on the handle, with artwork tolerance ±0.2 mm.
Packaging & Logistics
- Individual paddles placed in low‑density polyethylene bags, 75 µm thick, to prevent moisture ingress.
- Bulk packed in corrugated cartons (single wall, 150 gsm) with dimensions 410 mm × 210 mm × 130 mm, holding 12 units.
- Cartons sealed with pressure‑sensitive tape and marked with handling symbols (up‑arrow, keep dry).
- Palletized shipments use ISO‑standard 1200 mm × 1000 mm pallets, stacked up to 1.6 m high, secured with stretch film.
Inquiry
For detailed quotations, lead times, or sample requests, contact the factory’s sales engineering team.
