Butterfly Fan Zhendong SUPER ZLC Chinese Penhold Blade

A Chinese penhold blade with the highest reaction property, 12.3, among the ones we carry

This Chinese penhold blade layers 2 plies of Super ZL Carbon into 5 wood plies. Its reaction property of 12.3 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry. It has a wide high-reaction area (the part of the hitting surface with strong bounce), suiting advanced players who prioritize power above all.

Features

• Blade composition: 5 wood plies + 2 Super ZL Carbon plies
• Reaction property of 12.3 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Vibration property (vibration frequency; a higher value tends to feel harder) of 11.1 is also on the high side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Average weight of 87 g, blade thickness of 5.6 mm, and a grip size of 82×24×32 mm
• Made in Japan, with a natural wood finish (no cork) on the back

Recommended for

• Players who want especially high reaction among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Advanced players who want to overpower opponents with powerful drives

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Reaction property of 12.3 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• The wide high-reaction area from the Super ZL Carbon helps shots stay stable
• The strong bounce makes it easier to produce powerful shots even from mid-distance

Things to consider

• Because reaction property is a very high 12.3, those just starting out may find the ball tends to float up
• Vibration property of 11.1 is also high, indicating a firmer feel on paper, which may not suit those who prefer a softer feel
• Because the bounce is very strong, short balls over the table and other touch shots may take some getting used to

Specifications

Figures are the manufacturer's published values. Speed, spin, arc, sponge hardness, reaction property and vibration property are Butterfly's own indices.

FAQ

Q. What is Super ZL Carbon?

A. It's a Butterfly special material that tightly weaves together ZL Fiber and carbon fibers. If sanding the grip or other areas causes the fibers to fray, Butterfly recommends smoothing them with fine-grit sandpaper.

Q. What if I only want to put rubber on one side of a Chinese penhold blade?

A. If you only put rubber on one side, apply a racket sheet in a different color to the other side.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.
• Ships from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• United States: we prepay the US import duty. It is included in the shipping fee shown at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.
• Rubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.
• The average weight is a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.