Weight
90g
Thickness
6.6mm
Plies
7-ply
Handles
FL
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Head-Heavy
Epox PowerCarbon
Donic Epox PowerCarbon is an aggressive, high-speed blade built for offensive players craving power and dynamism. Its unique construction layers a carbon-fleece fiber between Fineline outer veneers and an Ayous core, creating a stiffer, more responsive feel than other Epox series blades. This design delivers a large sweet spot with solid feedback, enabling powerful drives and controlled loops. The meticulous craftsmanship results in a premium, durable blade that excels in attacking strategies, making it a top choice for hard hitters and power loopers seeking a dynamic playing experience.
The 7-ply construction sandwiches a carbon-fleece fiber layer between outer Fineline veneers and an Ayous middle core. This layering provides a stiffer and more dynamic response than typical wood or standard carbon blades.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Epox PowerCarbon is consistently rated as a very fast blade, often at the top end of the OFF+ category. The carbon-fleece construction significantly boosts speed, making it perfect for aggressive attacking play, powerful drives, and rapid counters from mid-distance.
While built for speed, Epox PowerCarbon offers a surprisingly decent level of control for its class. The carbon-fleece layer and epoxy resin gluing contribute to a manageable feel, especially in blocking and short game exchanges. However, high-precision shots like delicate pushes may benefit from specific rubber choices.
Epox PowerCarbon delivers a stiff feel due to its carbon-fleece construction and epoxy resin bonding. Players report a pleasant, solid vibration with good ball feedback, avoiding the overly harsh or disconnected sensation found in some stiff composite blades.
The blade's stiffness and speed contribute to a medium-high throw angle, beneficial for aggressive looping and attacking shots that clear the net with a good trajectory.
Despite its stiffness and speed, the blade provides respectable dwell time, allowing for good spin generation—particularly with European or Japanese style rubbers—which aids in executing controlled loops.
Characterized by high stiffness, the combination of carbon-fleece and epoxy resin gluing creates a very rigid blade. This rigidity is a key factor in its direct ball response and high speed.
While stiff, the blade transmits a pleasant, solid vibration rather than excessive or jarring feedback. This indicates a good connection with the ball during play.
Build quality is highly regarded, with meticulous craftsmanship evident in smooth handles, rounded edges, and a flawless finish. This attention to detail ensures durability and a premium feel that players appreciate.
Technology
Donic Epox PowerCarbon utilizes the DONIC EPOX SYSTEM, bonding veneers with an epoxy resin film under heat and pressure to create exceptional rigidity. The inclusion of a carbon-fleece fiber layer enhances dynamism and stiffness. Additionally, the FINELINE COVERED SYSTEM provides 360° edge protection with thin Fineline wood, contributing to the blade's aesthetics and durability while minimizing weight.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Timo Boll ALC
Compared to the Timo Boll ALC, Epox PowerCarbon offers a slightly softer impact across a wider shot range with comparable speed. It provides superior touch and a more comfortable FL handle, while the ALC's carbon/arylate layers are often favored for powerful looping from far behind the table. Both suit advanced players, with the ALC leaning slightly more toward dedicated loopers.
Donic Persson Power Carbon
Epox PowerCarbon is an evolution of the legendary Persson Power Carbon, made stiffer and more dynamic through the carbon-fleece fiber layer and epoxy resin gluing technique. It represents a clear step up in speed and responsiveness for players seeking a modernized power carbon blade.