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EVA Foam (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate) COMING SOON
EVA foam, a copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate, brings plush comfort to the Combat Paddle, mimicking a "trampoline" effect for beginners and soft-game enthusiasts. Its open-to-closed cell blend ensures buoyancy and flexibility, perfect for all-day play without fatigue.
Key scientific properties include:
- Density: 50–200 kg/m³, with pickleball-optimized low densities (e.g., 2 lb/ft³) for lightweight cushioning.
- Compressive Strength: Stress increases with density and strain rate; higher-density EVA absorbs 20–30% more energy under impact, with tensile boosts up to 25% via additives like graphene.
- Young's Modulus: 15–80 MPa baseline, rising 21–27% with reinforcements, providing elastic shrinkage resistance for rapid rebound.
EVA's pickleball prowess stems from unmatched shock absorption—reducing peak forces by 30–40% on off-center hits—paired with high buoyancy for effortless swings. Data shows its strain-rate sensitivity enhances modulus slightly under play speeds, delivering a soft, rubbery feel that excels in finesse shots while maintaining shape. For modularity, EVA's tunable softness (via density swaps) allows hybrid builds, like edging stiffer foams for balanced pop, making it the arm-protective foundation that elevates entry-level performance without compromising USAPA compliance.
EVA foam, a copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate, brings plush comfort to the Combat Paddle, mimicking a "trampoline" effect for beginners and soft-game enthusiasts. Its open-to-closed cell blend ensures buoyancy and flexibility, perfect for all-day play without fatigue.
Key scientific properties include:
- Density: 50–200 kg/m³, with pickleball-optimized low densities (e.g., 2 lb/ft³) for lightweight cushioning.
- Compressive Strength: Stress increases with density and strain rate; higher-density EVA absorbs 20–30% more energy under impact, with tensile boosts up to 25% via additives like graphene.
- Young's Modulus: 15–80 MPa baseline, rising 21–27% with reinforcements, providing elastic shrinkage resistance for rapid rebound.
EVA's pickleball prowess stems from unmatched shock absorption—reducing peak forces by 30–40% on off-center hits—paired with high buoyancy for effortless swings. Data shows its strain-rate sensitivity enhances modulus slightly under play speeds, delivering a soft, rubbery feel that excels in finesse shots while maintaining shape. For modularity, EVA's tunable softness (via density swaps) allows hybrid builds, like edging stiffer foams for balanced pop, making it the arm-protective foundation that elevates entry-level performance without compromising USAPA compliance.