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Yinhe 980 Defensive 5-Ply All-Wood Table Tennis Blade

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The Yinhe 980 is a classic 5-ply all-wood defensive blade built for chopping, spin variation and controlled counter-attack. With an oversized defensive head, moderate speed and excellent control, it gives traditional and modern defenders a stable platform for long-pimple, short-pimple or inverted-rubber combinations.

Why Choose the Yinhe 980?

High-Control Defensive FeelYinhe rates the 980 at 9/10 for control, helping with placement, touch and pace management.
Made for ChoppingA 5-ply all-wood construction and defensive head shape suit repeated chops and spin variation.
Modern Defence VersatilityEnough reserve speed for blocks, counters and selective forehand attacks when the opportunity appears.
Pimple-Friendly PlatformA strong match for long pimples or short pimples on one side with controlled or attacking inverted rubber on the other.

Performance & Playing Characteristics

The Yinhe 980 combines a 6/10 speed rating with 9/10 control. Its 5-ply all-wood construction prioritises touch and predictability over carbon-driven rebound, helping defenders absorb incoming pace, vary spin and place the ball accurately.

ChoppingLong PimplesSpin VariationBlockingCounter-Attack

The controlled response is particularly useful away from the table, while the 980 still has enough pace to step in and attack a loose ball. Players seeking outright OFF-level speed should choose a faster offensive blade.

Who Is the Yinhe 980 For?

Defensive players, choppers and modern defenders who prioritise control, placement and spin variation but still want the ability to counter-attack.

It is especially attractive for players building a pimple-and-inverted combination and for club players who want an affordable dedicated defensive blade.

Yinhe 980 Specifications

BrandYinhe (Galaxy / Milky Way)
Model980
Playing StyleDEF / Defensive
Speed6/10
Control9/10
Construction5 Ply All-Wood
Weight~80 ± 3g
Thickness~6.0 ± 0.2mm
HandleFL (Flared)
Blade TypeDefensive All-Wood
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🌍 Estimated Delivery Times

Estimated business days after dispatch

Destination Delivery
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🇸🇬 East & Southeast Asia Singapore & selected Asian destinations 3–8 days
🌎 Rest of World South America, Africa & other destinations 10–20 days

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What You Need to Know

  • Returns should be requested within 30 days of receiving your order.
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  • Original packaging, labels and accessories should be included where applicable.
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  • For standard returns or exchanges where the correct item was supplied, the customer is responsible for return postage.
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  • We recommend using a tracked return service and keeping your proof of postage.

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