Description Stiga Helix Platinum 55

Stiga Helix Platinum 55 is a premium-class table tennis rubber, developed in Sweden and manufactured in Germany, designed for aggressive players seeking maximum speed, spin, and control. It is the latest addition to the Helix series, tailored for world-class players, available in four variants: Helix Platinum M, H, XH, and 55.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Offensive rubber, ITTF approved.
• Topsheet: Elastic surface with enhanced grip, ensuring greater spin potential while maintaining playing feel.
• Sponge: Optimized Energy Sponge technology with small pores, extra-hard hardness (55° Japanese scale, ~60–62° ESN/German scale), providing maximum rebound and elasticity without loss of control.
• Thickness Options: 2.2 mm (Max).
• Weight: Approximately 48–50 g uncut (2.2 mm), ~40–42 g cut on a standard 157x150 mm blade.
• Colors: Black, Red; orange sponge.
• Production: Developed in Sweden, manufactured in Germany, eco-friendly with low-VOC composition.

“A little more of everything. More speed, more control, and more spin. STIGA Helix Platinum is a world-class table tennis rubber for offensive players who want it all. With a unique sponge construction that delivers up to 11% more energy return when you make more powerful shots – without exerting more effort.

Helix Platinum is built on the Optimized Energy Sponge – a technology that delivers maximal response thanks to the small pores in the sponge. Without losing feel in play. This rubber also gives you a higher arc and more elasticity, ensuring greater confidence in every duel. The extra-hard sponge (55 degrees) is ideal for those who want maximum performance in play.

This is a premium rubber for players who seek to take control in every point. Developed in Sweden, made in Germany, and designed for world-class players. These rubbers are available in four variants according to sponge hardness: Helix Platinum M, Helix Platinum H, Helix Platinum XH, and Helix Platinum 55.”

Performance Characteristics

• Speed: OFF++ class – explosive rebound for fast counterattacks and mid-distance topspin shots, improved compared to previous Platinum series rubbers, with up to 11% more energy return.
• Spin: High arc (~42–48°) and elastic surface ensure strong grip for heavy topspin shots and serves, less sensitive to incoming spin.
• Control: 55° hardness sponge provides stability and control in aggressive play, forgiving in blocks and flicks but requires precise technique.
• Feel: Clear, resonant hitting sound with linear rebound, maintaining natural ball feel on stiff or composite blades.

Ideal Player Profile

Designed for advanced and professional players focused on extreme offense: two-winged loopers, counterattackers, and all-round attackers playing near the table or at mid-distance, who play intensely and demand maximum speed and spin. Less suitable for beginners or pure defenders due to high speed and hardness.

Pairing Recommendations

• Blades: Suitable for OFF+ or OFF++ blades, e.g., Stiga DNA Allwood NCT V, Clipper CR, or composite blades (e.g., Stiga Carbonado), to balance power and stability.
• Forehand: Ideal for heavy topspin shots and flat drives in intense rallies.
• Backhand: Effective for fast counterattacks and blocks on stiffer blades.
• Accessories: Recommended to use Stiga DNA water-based glue for clean adhesion.

Conclusion

Stiga Helix Platinum 55 is an elite offensive rubber designed to dominate intense rallies with explosive speed, massive spin potential, and minimal compromises, powered by Optimized Energy Sponge technology. It suits professional players seeking extreme power, competing with premium-class rubbers like Butterfly Tenergy 05 or DHS Hurricane 3 Neo.

Stiga Helix Platinum 55

Stiga Helix Platinum 55

Stiga Helix Platinum 55