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Pickleball Paddle Materials & Construction

Material choice should support a clear market position. Carbonova helps buyers align face material, core, edge construction, weight and finish with player needs and target cost.

Layered Construction

Turn technical choices into a stronger product story.

We can provide construction diagrams, specification language and sample support for your sales team—subject to final testing and verified claims.

Paddle construction layers
Face Materials

T700 Raw Carbon

Popular for control, spin positioning and a premium technical appearance.

Face Materials

3K / 12K / 18K Carbon

Different woven appearances and structural options for differentiated product lines.

Face Materials

Fiberglass / Composite

Useful for accessible price points, beginner products and visually bold programs.

Core

Polymer Honeycomb

Available in common thicknesses such as 13, 14 and 16 mm depending on platform.

Structure

Thermoformed & Foam Edge

Options for perimeter reinforcement, stability and power-focused construction.

Tuning

Weight & Balance

Adjust target weight, swing feel, handle length and grip system around the player profile.

Material Selection

Choose by market position.

PlatformTypical PositioningBuyer PriorityBest For
FiberglassEntry / valueCost, graphics, accessibilityBeginner, club, promotional
T700 Raw CarbonMid-premium / premiumSpin, control, technical storyPerformance retail brands
3K / 12K / 18K CarbonPremium / differentiatedWoven appearance, structure, exclusivityHigh-end collections
ThermoformedPerformance premiumStability, power, durabilityCompetitive-player products

Not sure which construction fits?

Send your target retail price and reference products. We will compare practical options.

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