Sanwei Target is a professional-class tacky inverted table tennis rubber designed for offensive players seeking high speed, strong spin, and reliable control.
ITTF-approved, this rubber features a medium-hard sponge (~40° on the ESN scale) with advanced Nano technology and a tacky textured surface, delivering high speed (12/20), very good spin (11.5/20), and good control (11/20). Optimized for the 40+ plastic ball, Sanwei Target offers exceptional ball grip, enabling powerful topspin shots, precise flat hits, and spinny serves. Thanks to its versatility, the rubber suits a variety of playing styles—from aggressive offense to controlled defensive shots—and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor tables. Its lightweight build (~44 g cut), durability, and vibrant color options (red, black) make Sanwei Target a high-quality choice suitable for high-level competition and players looking for a balance of power, spin, and control.

Key Features:

• Rubber Type: Inverted, tacky
• Rubber Category: Professional
• Playstyle: Offensive (OFF)
• Speed: 12/20
• Spin: 11.5/20
• Control: 11/20
• Precision: 8.5/10
• Trajectory: 7.5/10 (medium, suitable for topspin and flat hits)
• Sponge Hardness: ~40° (medium-hard, ESN scale)
• Sponge Type: Large-pore sponge (cake sponge)
• Sponge Thickness: 2.1 mm
• Surface Type: Tacky, textured, with Nano technology
• Colors: Red, Black
• Country of Origin: China
• Approval: ITTF approved
• Weight: ~63 g (uncut, 180x170 mm), ~44 g (cut, Stiga standard, 157x150 mm)
• Technologies: Nano surface optimization, large-pore sponge, optimized for 40+ ball
• Category: Offensive (OFF)

Sanwei Target stands out with its tacky textured surface and medium-hard sponge, combining to deliver high speed, spin, and control—ideal for aggressive attackers:

Sponge (~40°):
The medium-hard sponge (~40° ESN) with a large-pore (cake sponge) structure offers high elasticity and powerful rebound, ensuring speed (12/20) and spin (11.5/20). Compared to Sanwei Target National (~39–40°, 160/200 speed), Target is slightly softer, offering more forgiveness and control (11/20). Compared to DHS Hurricane 3 (~39–40°), Sanwei Target has similar hardness but is faster and more dynamic due to its large-pore sponge. Compared to JOOLA MAXXX 500 (~50°), Target’s sponge is softer, providing more feedback and longer dwell time.

Surface:
The tacky, textured surface with Nano technology ensures outstanding ball grip (11.5/20 spin), facilitating topspin shots, serves, and counter-attacks. The surface is optimized for the 40+ plastic ball, offering strong grip and good resistance to opposing spin. Compared to Sanwei Target National (140/200 spin), Target’s spin is slightly lower, but it offers better control and versatility. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05, the Target surface is tackier, delivering more spin but slightly less speed.

Nano Technology:
Nano surface optimization increases surface elasticity and micro-contact with the ball, improving spin (11.5/20) and control (11/20), especially during topspin shots and serves. Compared to JOOLA Express Ultra (Tensor technology), Sanwei Target offers a tackier feel, ideal for spin-based play.

Weight and Durability:
Sanwei Target is lightweight (~44 g cut), similar to JOOLA Express Ultra (~42 g) and lighter than JOOLA MAXXX 500 (~45 g). This lightness allows pairing the rubber with heavier blades like the Butterfly Zhang Jike ALC without losing balance. The rubber is durable, maintaining its tackiness and elasticity even after intensive use, making it a cost-effective choice.

The rubber is offered in 2.1 mm thickness—ideal for offensive play, ensuring balanced speed, spin, and control. Colors—red and black—meet ITTF standards. Water-based glues such as Sanwei Glue or JOOLA Lex Glue are recommended for installation.

Technical Ratings & Playing Characteristics:

• Speed (12/20):
Sanwei Target is a fast rubber suitable for topspin attacks, flat hits, and counter-attacks. Compared to Sanwei Target National (160/200 speed), Target is slower but offers more control. Compared to Butterfly Tenergy 05 (~13/20), speed is slightly lower, but Target offers more spin due to the tacky surface.

• Spin (11.5/20):
The tacky textured surface generates very good spin, especially in topspin shots, serves, and banana flicks. Compared to Sanwei Target National (140/200 spin), the spin is lower but comparable to DHS Hurricane 3 (~11.5/20). The medium trajectory (7.5/10) facilitates topspin against backspin, giving the ball a "kick" after bounce.

• Control (11/20):
The medium-hard sponge (~40°) and tacky surface ensure good control for technically skilled players. Compared to Sanwei Ultra-Spin (10/20 control), Target offers slightly more control. Compared to JOOLA MAXXX 500 (7.25/10), control is significantly higher, making the rubber suitable for a broader range of players.

• Trajectory (7.5/10):
A medium arc trajectory in topspin shots, suitable for attacking and counter-attacking near or mid-distance from the table. Compared to JOOLA Tango Ultra (8.5/10), the trajectory is lower but better suited for flat hits and blocks. While blocking, the trajectory is flatter, ideal for stable blocks against aggressive shots.

• Precision (8.5/10):
High precision allows players to direct the ball accurately, especially in topspin shots, flat hits, and serves.

Playing Aspects:

• Drives (Driving): 9.5/10 –
Sanwei Target is highly effective for topspin attacks, especially on the forehand, generating powerful shots with strong spin. Suitable for third-ball attacks, counter-attacks against backspin, and flat shots near or mid-distance.

• Blocking: 8.8/10 –
Blocks against topspin are stable but require good technique due to the surface's sensitivity to spin. The rubber is more suited for active blocks than passive ones.

• Pushes (Pushing): 8.9/10 –
Long pushes generate strong backspin, while short pushes are precise, ideal for short play near the net. The tacky surface requires precise technique for pushing.

• Flicks: 9.4/10 –
Banana flicks are highly effective due to the tacky surface, which facilitates topspin against backspin.

• Serves and Receive: 9.3/10 –
Serves generate strong spin, especially backspin and sidespin, effective for disruption play. Passive receives (8.7/10) require technique due to the tackiness, while active receives (9.3/10) are effective due to high spin and power.

• Flat Hits (Smashing): 9.6/10 –
Well-suited for flat hits, generating fast and precise trajectories, especially near the table.

Sanwei Target suits a variety of blades, especially those that emphasize speed, spin, and control:

• Sanwei Paramid: Offers speed and control, suitable for technical attackers.
• Butterfly Timo Boll ALC: Maximizes speed, ideal for aggressive attackers.
• Nittaku Rutis Revo: Provides feel and dynamics, suitable for topspin strokes.
• Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive: Balances speed and control, good for flat hits.
• Stiga Carbonado 145: Offers extra speed, suitable for counterattacks.

Due to its light weight (~44 g cut), Sanwei Target pairs well with heavier blades like the Butterfly Viscaria or Donic Ovtcharov True Carbon without compromising racket balance.
Users recommend using this rubber on the forehand side with a 2.1 mm sponge thickness to maximize speed, spin, and control.

Additional Information:

Sanwei Target stands out with its tacky textured topsheet, providing strong ball grip, and its large-pore sponge, delivering dynamic rebound. Compared to Sanwei Target National (160/200 speed, 120/200 control), the Target is slower but offers more control (11/20) and forgiveness, making it suitable for a wider range of players.
Compared to DHS Hurricane 3, the Target is faster and more dynamic while maintaining similar spin potential (11.5/20).
Compared to JOOLA MAXXX 500 (9.5/10 speed, 7.25/10 control), the Target offers similar speed but significantly more control, making it ideal for players seeking a balanced option.

The rubber is durable, maintaining its tackiness and elasticity even after intense use, making it an economical choice.
Users highlight its “strong spin,” “high speed,” “reliable control,” and “versatility,” especially for those who enjoy topspins, flat hits, and counterattacks.

Moreover, Sanwei Target is a great alternative to Japanese rubbers like Butterfly Tenergy 05, offering Chinese tackiness with German feel, enhanced by Nano technology.

Who is Sanwei Target for?

Sanwei Target is designed for players seeking a balance of speed, spin, and control:

• Advanced and intermediate players: Looking for a tacky, fast rubber suitable for the forehand.
• Offensive players: Focused on topspins, flat hits, counterattacks, and third-ball attacks near the table or from mid-distance.
• Play near the table and mid-distance: Effective for topspins, flat hits, serves, and counterplay.
• Serves and receive: The rubber enables high spin generation on serves (9.3/10) and is effective for active receive (9.3/10), though passive receive (8.7/10) demands good technique.
• Players with strong technique: Ideal for those seeking maximum power and spin with good control.

Sanwei Target Advantages:

• Speed (12/20): High speed, suitable for topspin attacks and flat hits.
• Spin (11.5/20): Excellent spin, ideal for topspins and serves.
• Control (11/20): Good control and forgiving due to medium-hard sponge and tacky topsheet.
• Precision (8.5/10): High accuracy, reduces shot scattering.
• Lightweight: ~44 g (cut), great for pairing with heavier blades.
• Durability: Maintains tackiness and elasticity after intensive use.
• Nano Technology: Enhances spin and control, optimized for 40+ balls.
• High Quality: ITTF approved, suitable for high-level competition.

Compared to Sanwei Target National, the Target offers less speed but more control and forgiveness.
Compared to DHS Hurricane 3, Target is faster and more dynamic.
Users emphasize the rubber’s “strong spin,” “high speed,” “reliable control,” and “versatility,” especially for offensive players.

Sanwei Target is ITTF-approved and suitable for high-level competition, especially for advanced players who prioritize speed, spin, and control. Its balanced characteristics allow for powerful topspins, precise flat hits, spin-heavy serves, and effective counterattacks, while Nano technology and the large-pore sponge ensure exceptional feel and performance.

Sanwei Target – power, spin, and Chinese craftsmanship!

Sanwei Target

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