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1. The 4-Layer Surface Coating Architecture
A professional badminton racket paint job must withstand high vibration, sweat corrosion, and stringing machine clamps without flaking or chipping. Our dust-free coating facility applies 4 distinct layers:
- Layer 1: Carbon Primer & Sealer: Fills microscopic carbon weave irregularities and forms a molecular adhesion bond with the epoxy resin.
- Layer 2: Base Color Coat: High-pigment electrostatic acrylic or polyurethane paint (metallic, solid, or pearlescent).
- Layer 3: Graphic Decal Application: Ultra-thin 0.02mm water-slide transfers smoothed by hand to eliminate bubbles.
- Layer 4: Protective Clear Topcoat: 2K high-hardness polyurethane clear coat available in high-reflective Gloss, satin Semi-Matte, or silky Velvet Matte.
2. Ultra-Thin Water-Slide Decals vs Direct Screen Printing
Curved aerodynamic racket hoops make direct flatbed screen printing impractical. We utilize imported Japanese backing paper to print multi-color water-slide decals capable of wrapping around 3D frame contours and grommet recesses seamlessly.
3. Trendy Premium Finishes: Chameleon, Holographic Foil & Velvet Matte
Elevate your brand's perceived retail value with our signature surface treatments:
- Chameleon Pearl Paint: Multi-angle interference pigments that shift color under court lighting (e.g., Purple to Emerald Green, Gold to Ruby Red).
- Holographic Laser Cold Foiling: Dazzling rainbow metallic reflections on logos and model designations.
- Velvet Anti-Fingerprint Matte: Soft-touch tactile finish that resists greasy fingerprints and court floor scuffs.
4. Cross-Hatch Adhesion & Chipping Resistance Testing
To verify paint durability, all finished batches undergo the ASTM D3359 Cross-Hatch Adhesion Tape Test: a lattice pattern is cut through the paint down to the carbon substrate, followed by pressure-sensitive tape peel. Only batches achieving Class 5B (0% flaking) are approved for packaging.
Multi-Sport Racket OEM Manufacturing Matrix (39 Active Platforms)
Manufactured at our 12,000 m² Hangzhou Fuyang facility (Hangzhou Bailian Trading Co., Ltd.), our 39 OEM racket platforms span four court sports—Badminton (15 models), Padel (14 models), Tennis (4 models), and Squash (6 models)—engineered across Full Carbon, Carbon Composite, Aluminum Alloy, and Steel constructions.
| Sport Category | Active Models | Material & Layup Systems | Core Physical & Structural Parameters | Representative Model Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badminton racket | 15 | 24T/30T/40T Toray Full Carbon (FC), Carbon Composite (CC), Aluminum Alloy (AL), Steel (ST) | Weight 3U/4U/5U (75g–98g); Balance 285–305mm; Shaft Ø 6.8–7.0mm; Tension 20–35 LBS | FC-BD-01, FC-BD-02, FC-BD-03, CC-BD-01, AL-BD-01, ST-BD-01 |
| Padel racket | 14 | 3K / 12K / 18K Woven Full Carbon (FC) & Carbon/Fiberglass Composite (CC) + EVA Memory Core | Profile 38mm standard; Weight 360±10g; Length 455mm; Balance 260–270mm; EVA Hardness 13°–17° | FC-PD-01, CC-PD-01, CC-PD-02, CC-PD-04, CC-PD-08, CC-PD-13 |
| Tennis racket | 4 | T700 Full Carbon Monocoque (FC), Carbon Composite (CC), Aluminum Alloy (AL), Steel (ST) | Head Size 96–105 sq.in.; String Pattern 16×19; Tension 52–62 LBS; Length 685mm (27 in) | UN-TN-01, UN-TN-02, UN-TN-03, UN-TN-04 |
| Squash racket | 6 | High-Modulus Full Carbon (FC), Carbon Composite (CC), Lightweight Aluminum (AL), Steel (ST) | Head Size 72.5–77.5 sq.in. (500 cm²); String Pattern 14×18 / 16×17 / 16×19; Length 685mm | UN-SQ-01, UN-SQ-02, UN-SQ-03, UN-SQ-04, UN-SQ-05, UN-SQ-06 |
Frequently Asked Sourcing & Engineering Questions
Does heavy paint affect the racket weight or balance?
Yes. An excessive paint coat can add 4 to 6 grams to the frame, shifting the balance point toward the head. RacketOEM utilizes precision robotic spray guns to control total paint mass within 2.5g ± 0.3g.
Can you match custom brand colors from a Pantone swatch?
Yes. We calibrate pigments using digital spectrophotometers to match any Pantone Solid Coated reference within Delta E < 0.8 color variance.
