Butterfly Tenergy 05 FX – is an advanced high-tension table tennis rubber with pimples-in (smooth surface) designed by combining High Tension technology with a softer version of Spring Sponge, ensuring high control and spinny topspin strokes. As one of the Tenergy series rubbers, Tenergy 05 FX gets its name from the pimples code No. 05, selected after extensive testing at Butterfly’s research center. This rubber is an excellent choice for players aiming to generate strong spin while maintaining high control, especially for topspin shots close to the table or counterattacks. Made in Japan and ITTF-approved, Tenergy 05 FX suits various playing styles, particularly offensive players who value control and versatility when playing with 40+ plastic balls.

Key Features:

• Rubber type: High-tension pimples-in

• Speed: 81/100

• Spin: 64/100

• Trajectory: 65/100

• Sponge hardness: 32/100° (soft)

• Sponge thickness: 1.7 mm, 1.9 mm, 2.1 mm

• Colors: Red, black

• Country of origin: Japan

• Approvals: ITTF

• Technologies: Spring Sponge, High Tension

Unique Construction Balancing Spin, Speed, and Control:

• Sponge (32°): The soft sponge (32° on Butterfly’s scale, approximately 40–45° on the European ESN scale), known as a softer Spring Sponge version, has an intense orange color and unique elasticity. Its air bubble structure absorbs incoming ball energy and releases it as extra power during the stroke, extending the ball’s contact time (dwell time). Compared to Tenergy 05 (36°), the Tenergy 05 FX sponge is softer, offering more forgiveness, easier spin generation, and a straighter trajectory suited for controlled shots. This provides high control, especially beneficial for beginners and all-around players.

• Tacky Top Sheet: The surface is slightly tacky, identical to Tenergy 05 and Tenergy 05 Hard, with maximum friction optimized for spin. It grips the ball effectively, eliminating slip risks and allowing strong topspin, backspin, and sidespin generation. Compared to Sriver FX, the Tenergy 05 FX top sheet is much tackier and more sensitive to incoming spin, but the softer sponge provides greater security and control during spin strokes. The sheet is durable but requires regular cleaning to maintain grip.

• Pimple Geometry: Pimples coded No. 05 are medium length, densely packed, optimized for speed (81/100), spin (64/100), and trajectory (65/100). Their close arrangement (like Tenergy 05) increases ball contact, producing high spin, but the softer sponge reduces sensitivity to incoming spin compared to Tenergy 05. The structure allows easy topspin strokes, counter loops near the table, blocks, and backspin pushes. Compared to Tenergy 80, Tenergy 05 FX pimples generate less speed but more control.

• High Tension Technology: The rubber is factory-tensioned, increasing elasticity and speed without additional boosters. Together with the softer Spring Sponge, this creates a lively yet controlled feel, allowing precise adjustment of stroke power and spin. These technologies make Tenergy 05 FX a versatile rubber suitable for beginners and advanced players alike.

• Spring Sponge Technology: The unique sponge structure acts like a spring, absorbing and releasing energy during impact. This enables high spin generation and ensures consistent rebound throughout the rubber’s lifespan. The softer Spring Sponge version provides more forgiveness and easier control compared to Tenergy 05.

Available Sponge Thicknesses:

• 1.7 mm — maximum control, ideal for backhand

• 1.9 mm — balanced play

• 2.1 mm — aggressive forehand attacks

The rubber weighs about 48 g (trimmed), lighter than Tenergy 05 (~49 g) due to the softer sponge. Available in red and black, meeting ITTF standards. Butterfly recommends Free Chack II glue for mounting.

Performance Characteristics for Spin and Control-Oriented Styles:

• Speed (81/100): Fast rubber suitable for topspin strokes, counterattacks, and opening shots close to the table. Slightly slower than Tenergy 05 (83/100) but offers more control and easier handling—ideal for beginner attackers or all-round players. Much faster than Sriver (38/100), suitable for aggressive rallies.

• Spin (64/100): Generates strong spin in topspin strokes, serves, and pushes due to tacky sheet and dense pimples. Less spin than Tenergy 05 (76/100) but easier to control, ideal for players seeking spin shots with higher error tolerance. Much more spin than Tackiness Chop II (30/100), enabling effective attacks.

• Control: Not numerically specified, but the softer Spring Sponge and High Tension tech ensure high control in loops, blocks, and short shots. More forgiving and less sensitive to incoming spin than Tenergy 05, suitable for a wider range of players, including beginners learning spin strokes.

• Trajectory: Medium, somewhat straighter arc (65/100), suitable for topspin, counter loops near the table, and controlled looping strokes. Lower than Tenergy 05 (79/100), providing more precision and drop but maintaining sufficient height over the net. Users highlight the rubber’s “control,” “spin potential,” and “security,” especially for topspin near the table.

Recommended Blade Pairings:

• Butterfly Timo Boll ALC: Adds power and speed, good for aggressive looping

• Butterfly Viscaria: Balanced speed and feel, ideal for spin shots

• Petr Korbel: Provides control, suitable for all-round players

• Innerforce Layer ZLC: Maximizes feel, good for technique improvement

• Hadraw SK: Adds stability, good for counterattacks near the table

Also pairs well with wooden blades like Nittaku Acoustic, where the softer sponge adds forgiveness and High Tension tech exploits blade elasticity. Users recommend 2.1 mm sponge on forehand for max speed/spin, and 1.7 or 1.9 mm on backhand for more control and quick counters.

Suitable For:

• Beginners and intermediate attackers learning topspin, counter-loop, and opening stroke techniques

• Advanced players emphasizing controlled looping near the table, counter-topsins, and third-ball attacks

• All-round players seeking rubber suitable for both forehand and backhand with more control than Tenergy 05

• Play near the table: Effective in opening topspin shots, counter-topsins, blocks, and short strokes

• Play farther from the table: Suitable for controlled looping and backspin pushes

• Serves and receives: Tacky sheet allows strong spin serves and precise receives but requires technique due to sensitivity to incoming spin

Ratings:

• Looping: 8.7/10 — safe trajectory and spin potential

• Counter-loop near table: 8.9/10 — precision and control

• Blocking: 8.5/10 — stable and easy to control

• Serving: 8.8/10 — generates strong spin, disrupts opponent

Compared to Tenergy 05, Tenergy 05 FX is more forgiving and suits a wider range of players. Users praise its “control,” “spin potential,” and “versatility,” especially near the table.

Summary:

Butterfly Tenergy 05 FX stands out as a spin rubber leader with control:

• Speed (81/100), suitable for topspin and counterattacks

• Spin (64/100), strong topspin, backspin, and serves

• Control: High, forgiving, suitable for beginners

• Softer Spring Sponge: Easier control, safe trajectory

• High Tension: Increased speed and elasticity

• Japanese quality: ITTF approved, durable

• Pimple code No. 05: Maximum spin potential

Compared to Tenergy 05, it offers more control and forgiveness. Compared to Tibhar Evolution EL-S, it has a more unique trajectory and feel. Users highlight its “control,” “spin potential,” and “reliability,” especially for beginners and all-round players.

ITTF approved, suitable for various competition levels, especially intermediate and advanced players, emphasizing control and spin. Its spin potential allows rally dominance with spin loops, and the softer sponge ensures safety and comfort.

Butterfly Tenergy 05 FX

Butterfly Tenergy 05 FX

Butterfly Tenergy 05 FX