DHS C7 OX

DHS C7 OX – Short Pips-Out Table Tennis Rubber (No Sponge)
DHS C7 OX is a short pips-out table tennis rubber in the OX version (without sponge), designed as an upgrade to traditional short pips rubbers, focused on powerful close-to-the-table attacking. This rubber features a special formula, unique manufacturing technology, and high tension properties, offering an exceptional combination of speed, spin, and control. It creates an unpredictable ball movement: high speed, strong spin, and a "ball sink" effect. DHS C7 OX is an ideal choice for ALL-OFF (all-out offensive) strategy players aiming to dominate close to the table with fast, aggressive play and disruptive strokes. Made in China, ITTF-approved, and available in red and black, it comes without sponge, ensuring maximum control and disruptive effect.

Key Features:

• Rubber type: Short pips-out, high tension
• Speed: 99
• Spin: 90
• Control: 83
• Strategy: ALL-OFF
• Sponge thickness: No sponge (OX)
• Colors: Red, black
• Origin: China
• Approval: ITTF approved

DHS C7 OX stands out with its advanced construction tailored for powerful sponge-less attacking:

• No Sponge (OX):
DHS C7 OX lacks a sponge, making it extremely lightweight and optimized for maximum control and spin reversal. Compared to short pips with sponge (e.g., DHS C8 with 2.0–2.2 mm sponge), the OX version lowers rebound speed but enhances disruptive effect and spin. The longer ball dwell time on the blade enables precise shot control, especially during blocks and spinny strokes. This suits players who rely on blade characteristics and seek to disrupt the opponent with unexpected ball movement.

• Pip Structure:
The short pips are made with a special formula that increases friction and optimizes grip. The unique pip pattern is designed to generate more spin than traditional short pips rubbers such as Friendship 802. Compared to DHS 652, DHS C7 OX’s pips are more spin- and disruption-oriented, enabling mini-topspin shots, banana flicks, and deceptive smashes. The pip structure reduces sensitivity to incoming spin, making blocking and countering easier.

• Surface:
The surface is moderately grippy, with a special formula that increases friction and generates strong spin. Compared to tacky Chinese rubbers like DHS Hurricane 3, C7 OX is less tacky, offering better control while remaining effective for generating spin on serves and spin strokes. The special manufacturing technology ensures a "sinking" ball effect that makes it harder for opponents to return shots. The surface is durable and wear-resistant but should be cleaned regularly to maintain its properties.

• Special Manufacturing Technology:
DHS C7 OX uses a unique production process involving precise control, resulting in distinct ball trajectories. Combined with high-tension properties that factory-stretch the surface, this increases elasticity and speed, especially depending on the blade. The result: high speed, strong spin, and unpredictable ball movement that disrupts the opponent.

• No Anti-Spin Properties:
DHS C7 OX is not an anti-spin rubber, so it does not neutralize incoming spin. However, the short pips reduce spin sensitivity compared to inverted rubbers, offering easier control during blocking and countering.

The rubber is sold in OX form (without sponge), weighing approximately 30–35 g (cut), making it extremely lightweight and suitable for players seeking a light racket and maximum control. Available in red and black in accordance with ITTF standards. DHS recommends using water-based glue, such as DHS No.15, when affixing the rubber to the blade.

DHS C7 OX offers these technical characteristics optimized for powerful close-to-the-table play:

• Speed – 99:
Although it’s an OX variant, the rubber generates very high speed, especially with fast blades. Ideal for drives, blocks, smashes, and close-to-table counterattacks. The high-tension technology and blade synergy provide explosive rebound for dominating rallies.

• Spin – 90:
Thanks to the special pip structure and surface formula, the rubber generates strong spin on serves, mini-topspin shots, banana flicks, and backhand counter-flicks. Compared to other short pips, C7 OX has high spin potential, adding variation to fast shots.

• Control – 83:
Offers high control, particularly during blocks, short pushes, and precise drives. The sponge-less design and reduced spin sensitivity ensure stability and precise control, even in fast-paced rallies.

Trajectory:

DHS C7 OX has a low, straight trajectory with a "wobble" or "ball sink" effect, disrupting the opponent's timing. The trajectory is straighter than inverted rubbers like Butterfly Tenergy 80, requiring precise technique for looping but excelling at blocks, smashes, and unpredictable returns. Users emphasize its “speed,” “spin potential,” and “disruptive effect,” especially in close-to-table play.

DHS C7 OX is compatible with various blades, especially those emphasizing speed and offense:

• DHS Power G7: Maximizes speed, suitable for aggressive attackers
• Yinhe T-11+: Lightweight carbon blade emphasizing speed and control
• Stiga Offensive Classic: Great feel, ideal for direct strokes
• Yasaka Sweden Extra: Balanced speed/control, excellent for blocking
• Nittaku Acoustic Carbon: Offers stability, suitable for counterattacks

The rubber pairs best with fast wooden or carbon blades, as the OX version transmits the blade’s characteristics directly, emphasizing speed and control. Users recommend DHS C7 OX on the backhand side for quick blocks, counters, and banana flicks, or on the forehand for powerful smashes and mini-topspin shots with disruptive effect.

DHS C7 OX is ideal for players seeking speed, spin, and disruptive effects near the table:

• Intermediate and advanced offensive players mastering blocks, drives, mini-topspin, banana flicks, and counterattacks
• Short pips users looking for strong spin generation and unpredictable ball movement without sponge
• Aggressive players needing a rubber for backhand blocks and counters or forehand smashes and spin attacks
• Close-to-table play: Excellent for blocks, drives, banana flicks, mini-topspin shots, smashes, and creating "ball sink" effects
• Mid-distance play: Less effective for looping due to straighter trajectory but good for fast counters
• Serving & receiving: The special pip structure allows for strong spin serves, especially short spin serves. Active receives (flicks, mini-topspin) are highly effective, but passive returns require proper technique due to the rubber’s speed.

The rubber is exceptional for blocking (9.5/10) thanks to its high control and disruptive effect.