GaugeDiameterDurability
Should Tension Change When Only the Gauge Gets Thinner?
Moving from 1.25mm to 1.20mm can change durability, feel, and string movement together.
Player overview
A gauge change can affect effective string stiffness, mass, wear rate, and perceived snapback; changing tension substantially at the same time makes the result hard to interpret.
Measurement guide
- Change only the gauge within the same product and keep your existing tension for the first string job.
- Compare launch angle, time until notching begins, and comfort with your previous notes.
- If the response misses your goal, adjust tension by a small amount only on the next string job.
Latest measurement
Hold tension constant in the first setup after a gauge change so you can see the gauge's effect.
TENNIS TENSION LAB
Tension Lab: String Tension
Measure string tension, track every change, and plan your next restring.