I want to know how to repair a broken racket ( specially made from carbon + graphite combination). Which resin or combination of glue is best to hold the Tension? What other tools or equipment are required for repair? If someone have Any video or pictures of repairing method please post here. Thanks
This is the wrong place to post this. Also, repairing a racket is not recommended, it will never be like it once was. You'd be better off playing with a 50$ racket than a repaired 200$ racket imo.
Sorry Jan but I disagree. Unless its been moved, this is the right section to discuss broken racquets. It is possible, I've had varied success. Im tempted to share my thread but currently the victim racquet is in a worse state than when i started.
The thread was in the stringing section. It's been moved here. As far as repairing a racket goes, I didn't say it was impossible, just that it isn't very practical since the rackets specs end up different and more often than not you'll achieve an asymmetrical weight distribution on the racket as well as a worse feeling and repulsion upon hitting. Of course if the racket has any sentimental value, you can always repair it and play with it or keep it as a backup or something.
When a Racket break (cracked) slightly player comes to stringer and ask for repairs so i think its a suitable place to write a post on this matter. All players know the aspects of repair like unbalanced etc. But their are many reasons they ask for repair like some people love their old Racket (cracked or break) some want the Racket for backup and many more. So its a good to discuss on how to repair Racket. And share the video and pictures of your experience with repairs. Thank Sent from my HM NOTE 1W using Tapatalk
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/index.php?threads/wanted-pics-of-cracked-js10.169216/ Not a straight forward job. I've got one to try that is not so drastic, like the BS12. I've got an idea now on the pattern of wrap to get the best result. I need to put it into practice, then i'll probably do a guide of the best method i found in my testing.
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/for...ir-and-grommet-service-pics-pics-pics.170729/ This is my post on how I fixed one recently.
Materials Needed: Epoxy Reisin - Look for one with a longer bond time. I'd recommend avoiding those "quick" / 2minute dry fast epoxy's. A Spool Of Carbon Fiber (CF) - 8k woven or better preferable. Clamps - You will need to clamp the CF threads tightly for 24-48h as the epoxy cures. Lastly, Research: Google carbon fiber fabrication diy, with a specific focus on weave patterns and how to achieve strength in multiple directions. CF is only strong unidirectionally, along its original threads orientation. As for asymmetrical weight issues, you could always measure the raw materials beforehand, and mirror the repair or adjust the ballast to suit, think about your preferences for a head heavy or head light racquet. No harm in reinforcing the frame I reckon. Good luck & Have fun !
For me, a broken racket is as good as gone. Like many had said, the spec will change and it is likely to break again after repair. Also, you cannot go high tension and most stringer will refuse to restring for you unless you know them well and you are willing to take the risk of it broken again and etc.... Save the effort and RIP the white elephant.
I play with a repaired racket 4 years already. The racket is even better than was before... Today it broken one more time... but not in the same place where was repaired! So... need to repair one more time . Why? Because there is no other racket on the market I can use (I tested already about 20 different models...). Repairing cost is about 20-25 euro in Poland.
Im not sure repairing broken racket would be able to return its original spec. I had few friend do repair but it end up fail. 1. He smash like a truck. When he repair his broken frame racket, the racket couldnt handle his smash power & broke down again. 2. My friend love to play with high tension 30lbs. As he repair his racket & restring it, it broke again on the same spot as the frame couldnt handle the high tension. 3. Mine a legacy racket steel Yonex (forgot the series), broke it on the shaft. I repair it but the shaft keep spinning as i hit. Not to mention a weight balance & etc.
