Guide to Buying a Stringing Machine
Why would I want to buy a Stringing Machine?
Experienced Tennis, Squash or Badminton Players/Coaches will understand that breaking strings can happen on a regular basis – sometimes once or twice a week – and can become expensive!
It may come as a surprise but purchasing a Stringing Machine and stringing tennis, squash or badminton rackets for yourself is easier that you first thought!
Taking your Racket to the local Re-stringer can be a hassle at times, depending on availability of strings and how busy the Stringer is, it can be a long process – also it may become expensive!
By purchasing your own Stringing Machine it will almost certainly save you time and money!
There are plenty of options when it comes to buying a Stringing Machine; each machine has different functions and capabilities depending on your personal requirements – From a Drop Weight all the way to an electronic machine.
Your Stringing Machine can be purchased from JFC TENNIS.
Are Stringing Machines Expensive? And will it pay off?
There are plenty of options when it comes to Stringing machine; each machine has different functions and capabilities depending on your personal requirements. Of course some machines can be expensive but here at JFC-TENNIS we are committed to offering you the best possible price! A Stringing Machine can be purchased from as little as £300!
You might think that purchasing a Stringing Machine is a bit of a financial commitment but let’s just do a little bit of Maths.
The Average costs of a Re-string is £20 (this includes the Labour & Strings).
If you string just 11 Rackets the machine will have paid for itself (£20×15 = £300).
Not only that but people will get to know that you own a machine and will bring their custom to you! So before you know it you could have a nice little earner.
You can see our selection of stringing machine we have for sale here: http://jfc-tennis.co.uk/product-category/stringing-machines/
Is Stringing Difficult?
Stringing is simple once you get the hang of it. It can be a little bit fiddly at first – but when you purchase a stringing machine from us at JFC-TENNIS we can include a FREE Guide on how to string which will help you on your way (just drop us an email) Once you have strung around 3 or 4 rackets you will have got the idea and be stringing in no time!
How long does it take to String a racket?
Not long at all, the first few rackets you ought to be a little extra careful and take your time, but as your business grows you will gain more and more experience and will be able to string a racket from start to finish in around 30-60mins (the more you do the better you get!).
Where can I purchase strings from?
JFC-TENNIS offers a huge selection of String & grips and of course we are always here to help if you need someone to talk to.
What types of Stringing Machines are there?
There are 3 different types of Stringing Machine tensioning systems available on the market – these being: Drop Weight, Manual (Crank/Spring) and Electronic – each machine has its pros and cons.
A Drop Weight & Electronic stringing machine is known as a Constant pull tensioning system and a Manual Machine is referred to as a lockout machine.
What are the differences between the Stringing Machines?
Drop Weight
Drop Weight Stringing Machines have a long Rod (Tension bar) with a mounted weight. The further the weight is up the tension bar the more the string will be tensioned. Generally the desired weight can be adjusted with a guide which will be displayed on the tension bar. The correct tension is achieved when the bar if parallel to the ground.
Advantages:
– Drop Weight Stringing Machines are the cheapest out of the machines
– They can be easily transported (ideal for tournament players/stringers)
Disadvantages:
– Drop weight stringing machines can be a little inaccurate – as you need to make sure that the tensioning bar is completely parallel to the groun.
– Most Drop weight stringing machines are table top machines – which means it has no stand – however you if you decide to purchase a drop weight machine a universal stand can be purchased.
Manual
Manual Stringing Machines are basically a more accurate Drop Weight machine. The principle is the same, the tension is set by a screw/knob – and you turn a Crank until the pointer/brake indicates that the correct tension has been achieved.
Advantages:
– Manual Stringing machines are more accurate as they tend to have a brake that stops the system when the tension has been achieved
– Some Manual Machines are easy to transport as you can get them both tabletop and with a stand
– Stringing time is generally a little quicker
Disadvantages:
The string job loses tension at a fast rate compared to rackets that are being strung on a Drop weight or Electronic Machine this is due to the Lockout tensioning system.
Electronic
The tension is generally set by using an Electronic LCD display screen which is linked directly with the motor which will give you the most accurate tension and also quickest result. There are two different types of tensioning systems when it comes to Electronic Stringing Machines these being: Constant Pull & Lockout.
The constant pull machines will constantly pull the desired tension and will do so until it has been achieved. The Lockout system is the same as that in the Manual Stringing Machines – the tension is locked out when it has been achieved and will pull no further – this meaning, less accuracy as it does not allow for tension loss when the racket is mounted on the machine.
Advantages:
– They are the most accurate Stringing Machine machines
– They do all the work for you – tensioning is set electronically by pressing a button on the side of the machine
– They are the most professional looking machines (generally used in Shops)
Disadvantages:
Need access to electricity.
They are the most expensive type of stringing machine.
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