Andro Rasanter C53 – is a top-class offensive table tennis rubber, designed for professional players aiming to dominate in counter topspin play. With a 53° hardness sponge, ENERGY CELL technology, and a unique Counterspin Damper system, Rasanter C53 delivers powerful hits, high spin, and precise control. Made in Germany, ITTF approved, this rubber is the world’s first specially designed for counter topspin, ideal for aggressive players who play close to the table and emphasize topspin and counter topspin strokes.

Main features:

• Rubber type: Offensive, pips inside (ENERGY CELL)

• Technologies: ENERGY CELL, Counterspin Damper, C geometry

• Speed: 87/100

• Spin: 87/100

• Control: 84/100

• Sponge hardness: 53° (hard)

• Sponge thickness: 2.0 mm, UltraMax (2.3 mm)

• Colors: Red, black

• Country of origin: Germany

• Approvals: ITTF approved

Andro Rasanter C53 stands out with advanced technologies that change modern table tennis play:

• 53° hardness sponge: Extremely hard sponge (hard, close to 50–53° on ESN scale), produced using ENERGY CELL technology, provides a powerful "catapult" effect and stability. 53° hardness ensures maximum speed and power during topspins and smashes, especially in open rallies. Compared to Andro Rasanter C48 (48°), C53 is faster and more stable but requires higher technique.

• Grip-assuring topsheet: The Rasanter C53 topsheet is hybrid – very grippy and slightly tacky, but less tacky than Chinese rubbers like DHS Hurricane 3 Neo. The topsheet allows generating strong spin in topspin strokes and counter topspins, as well as precision in serves and receives. Tests show that the topsheet can briefly "lift" the ball off the table, indicating a high grip level.

• Pips with Counterspin Damper: The rubber’s pips are designed with new C geometry, including Counterspin Damper technology. This system neutralizes incoming spin by extending ball contact with the rubber, allowing more precise control of counter topspins and aggressive shots with high trajectory. The base of the pips is wider compared to the Rasanter R series, which increases stability and control against strong spin.

• ENERGY CELL technology: The sponge’s cell structure is extremely elastic, acting like a "compressor" that enhances energy transfer during impact. This ensures a dynamic combination of speed and spin, especially when performing various topspin variants (looping, drive, counter topspin).

The rubber is offered in 2.0 mm and UltraMax (2.3 mm) sponge thicknesses: 2.0 mm is suitable for fast play close to the table, while UltraMax is for powerful shots at medium distance. The rubber is lightweight (untrimmed ~68 g, trimmed ~48 g), reducing arm fatigue and suitable for intensive rallies.

Andro Rasanter C53 features balanced indicators tailored for aggressive offense:

• Speed: 87/100 (~9.2/10 overall scale). The rubber is very fast, suitable for topspin strokes, counter topspins, and smashes. Compared to Andro Rasanter R53 (speed 90/100), C53 is slightly slower but more focused on counter topspin and stability. Speed is close to Tibhar Hybrid K3 (~9.3/10), but C53 offers longer ball contact.

• Spin: 87/100 (~9.5/10). The topsheet generates strong spin, especially in looping topspin strokes, counter topspins, and serves. The hybrid topsheet allows easy attack against backspin and produces a high trajectory effective against strong spins. Compared to Andro Hexer Grip (spin 92/100), spin is slightly lower, but C53 compensates with speed and stability.

• Control: 84/100 (~8.5/10). The control level is high among hard rubbers, especially blocking and counter topspins, thanks to Counterspin Damper technology. Compared to Xiom Omega VII Pro (control ~8/10), C53 is more stable in reactive situations but requires technique in short play (flick, push). Users note that control is “amazing” for such a hard rubber, especially close to the table.

Trajectory: High, facilitating topspin strokes and counter topspins, especially when playing close to the table. Trajectory is more aggressive than Andro Rasanter C48 but not as high as Andro Rasanter R47. Users emphasize that the rubber “deceives” the power and control balance, allowing precise shot placement.

Andro Rasanter C53 is a hard rubber (53°), so it pairs best with stiff or medium-hard blades:

• Andro Treiber CO OFF: Provides stability and speed, ideal for counter topspin play.

• Butterfly Viscaria: Enhances power potential, especially on the forehand side.

• DHS Hurricane Long 5: Adds extra speed but requires technique for blocking.

The rubber is not suitable for very slow or flexible blades, e.g., Yasaka Sweden Extra, because hardness and speed might be too high. Users recommend using C53 on the forehand side with UltraMax sponge, and a softer rubber on the backhand side, e.g., Andro Rasanter C48 or Hexer Grip, for easier control of short strokes. Tests show the rubber works best with composite blades (ALC, ZLC), but more flexible wooden blades (e.g., outer ply of the handle) can reduce spin.

Andro Rasanter C53 is designed for high-level offensive players emphasizing counter topspin strokes, topspins, and aggressive close-to-the-table play. The rubber is suitable for:

• Professionals like Fan Zhendong or Dimitrij Ovtcharov who dominate fast rallies.

• Advanced players with strong technique, as hardness (53°) and speed require precise strokes.

• Close-to-table play: counter topspins, blocks, fast topspins, and smashes.

• Serves and their receives: strong spin (9.5/10) and precision (9/10) thanks to hybrid topsheet.

When blocking (9/10), the rubber is stable due to hard sponge and Counterspin Damper, and in counter topspins (9.5/10) it “shines” due to long ball contact. In short play (8/10) adaptation is needed due to hardness. Compared to Tibhar Hybrid K3, C53 is faster and more precise in counter topspins but less forgiving in short strokes. Users praise the rubber’s “power” and stability but note it is not suitable for beginners or slow play.

Andro Rasanter C53 stands out as a leading counter topspin rubber offering:

• Powerful speed (87/100) and strong spin (87/100), suitable for topspin and counter topspin play.

• Counterspin Damper: Unique technology neutralizing incoming spin and enabling aggressive counter topspins.

• ENERGY CELL: Dynamic energy transfer ensuring a combination of power and stability.

• German quality: ITTF approved, made with precise Andro craftsmanship.

Compared to Andro Rasanter C48, C53 is faster, more stable, but less forgiving, thus more suited for professionals. Compared to Xiom Omega VII Pro, it offers longer ball contact and better counter topspin but is more expensive (~60–70 EUR). Users highlight the rubber’s durability (2–4 months of intensive play) and “hybrid” feel combining European speed with Chinese grip.

Andro Rasanter C53 is ITTF approved and suitable for the highest level competitions. Its speed and spin potential allow domination in rallies, especially performing counter topspins and topspins. Counterspin Damper ensures stability against strong spins, and the hybrid topsheet adds quality in serves and receives. The rubber is a popular choice among professionals, especially on the forehand side, and has proven its effectiveness in international tournaments.

Andro Rasanter C53 – is a revolutionary offensive rubber designed for counter topspin dominance. ENERGY CELL, Counterspin Damper, and 53° sponge ensure a combination of power, spin, and precision. The ideal choice for players seeking aggressive play with a high trajectory. Rasanter C53 is power, stability, and German craftsmanship!

andro Rasanter C53

andro Rasanter C53

andro Rasanter C53