{"product_id":"gen-3-polymer-core","title":"Gen 3 Polymer Core","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"242\"\u003eThermoforming-Ready Core for Competitive Paddle Builds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eGen 3 Polymer Core is engineered for \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"324\"\u003ethermoformed construction environments\u003c\/strong\u003e where heat, pressure, and edge reinforcement demand higher structural stability than baseline cores. It is designed to maintain consistent cell integrity during forming—supporting faster response, stable face feel, and durability for performance-driven SKUs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"646\"\u003ePaddle Configuration System (Core-Only Technical Profile)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eCore Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gen 3 Polymer Core — polymer honeycomb optimized for thermoforming pressure\/heat resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eConstruction Method Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermoformed builds (primary); cold-pressed builds (project-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eComposite Engineering (Edge Reinforcement Ready):\u003c\/strong\u003e perimeter foam injection compatibility for torsional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003ePerformance Variables (Typical Tuning):\u003c\/strong\u003e response speed, torsional stability, impact resistance, sweet spot efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eThickness Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10mm \/ 13mm \/ 14mm \/ 16mm \/ 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eWhy it performs in thermoformed programs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eThermoformed Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e formulated to resist cell deformation under high temperature and pressure, helping keep the face profile stable after forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eEdge-Foam Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for seamless perimeter foam injection to improve twist resistance on off-center hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eSweet Spot Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e edge reinforcement plus the Gen 3 structure supports a larger effective hitting area compared with many traditional baseline cores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003ePositioning vs. Classic PP Honeycomb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eCompared with classic PP honeycomb, Gen 3 Polymer Core is typically selected for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003efaster response and higher impact durability\u003c\/strong\u003e in competitive programs. 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