Not every first padel project is in a mature market with competition-level specification demands and a budget to match. Operators in Indonesia, Colombia, Mexico's Tier 2 cities, and dozens of other markets with emerging padel demand are often making a different calculation: prove the concept, generate the first revenue, establish the court before committing to the full-specification product.
Orion XSport manufactures the Debut Panoramic with professional competition quality at the best price. 30 years. Own factory. The Debut Panoramic is the entry point to the Orion catalog — FIP 20×10m dimensions, full-panoramic glass layout, 12mm tempered safety glass, CE certified. The frame specification is lighter than the Orion standard — 2.5mm structural wall instead of 3mm. That is the tradeoff that makes the entry price possible. Everything else is Orion: the glass, the dimensions, the quality control, the delivery. $11,500 EXW.
What "entry level" means in a 30-year manufacturer's catalog
There is entry level from a manufacturer with three decades of supply history and an existing quality control system. And there is entry level from a supplier whose product no one has tracked over ten years of use. The Debut Panoramic is the first category.
The 2.5mm structural wall thickness — vs 3mm across most of the Orion catalog — is a real specification difference. It is disclosed here because it is the fact. In a dry, inland, low-wind environment, the 2.5mm frame performs the structural function of a padel court correctly. It is the same Q235 structural steel, the same manufacturing process, the same finishing treatment. The wall is thinner. Under moderate, predictable conditions, the difference in structural performance is minimal.
What the 2.5mm frame is not: the right specification for coastal locations, high-wind sites, or facilities where the court will experience continuous heavy use at volume over many years. For those projects, the Classic Court or Arc Panoramic are the correct starting point. Knowing which category your project falls into is the honest version of the entry-level decision.
Debut Panoramic specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Court type | Panoramic — posts at corners only, no intermediate posts |
| Playing dimensions | FIP 20×10m interior playing area |
| Column / cross bar | Q235 steel · square tube · 100×100×2.5mm · 100×50×2.5mm |
| Frame | Q235 steel · square tube 30×50×3mm |
| Mesh | 4mm wire · 50×50mm grid |
| Structure finish | Zinc + powder coat RAL9017 standard · Hot-dip galvanizing upgrade available (+$950) |
| Glass | 18 panels · 12mm tempered safety glass · 2×3m each |
| Grass | Monofil straight fiber · 12mm · 52,500 density · Dtex 10.000 · PP backing |
| Grass surface | 205 m² |
| LED | 8 × 240W |
| CE glass | EN 12150 ✅ |
| Warranty — structure | 3 years |
| Warranty — LED | 3 years |
| Warranty — grass | 5 years |
| Production | 7–10 days (EXW — freight to destination not included) |
The Debut Panoramic carries CE certification on the glass (EN 12150). It does not carry structural EN 1090 certification — in the Orion catalog, only the Classic Court and Shelter do. If structural certification is a project requirement, the Classic Court is the correct specification.
The specification tradeoff: what the Debut Panoramic gives up
Being explicit about this makes the decision cleaner.
Wall thickness: 2.5mm vs 3mm. The Debut Panoramic's steel tubes are 2.5mm wall thickness. The Classic Court, Arc Panoramic, Anti Hurricane, Crest Panoramic, and most other Orion models use 3mm. The structural function — holding the glass panels in a padel court frame under normal play conditions — is served by both. The 3mm frame has greater structural margin, more resistance to deformation over time, and higher resilience in high-wind environments. The 2.5mm frame is the appropriate specification for controlled, sheltered conditions.
Grass: monofil vs curly fiber. The Debut Panoramic includes Dtex 10.000 straight monofil fiber. Premium Orion models include Dtex 13.500 curly textured fiber with PU backing — thicker, more resilient fiber. Curly fiber recovers its shape more consistently after repeated play. Monofil is adequate for recreational play and appropriate for an entry-level installation.
These are the real tradeoffs. For the right project and the right environment, they are acceptable. For a coastal facility, a high-use commercial club, or a market where court quality is a competitive differentiator, they argue for stepping up to the Classic Court or Arc Panoramic.
When the Debut Panoramic is the right choice
First projects in emerging markets. An operator in Bandung, Medellín, or Querétaro bringing padel to a community where it is new does not need the same specification as an operator competing in a saturated Bogotá or Jakarta market. The Debut Panoramic delivers a playable, FIP-correct, CE-certified court at a capital cost that makes the first project viable.
Budget-constrained operators who need to prove the concept. A tennis club in a Tier 2 city converting two underused courts to padel does not always have the capital for the full Arc Panoramic specification on the first installation. If demand is proven, the next courts can step up. The Debut Panoramic is the starting point, not a permanent ceiling.
Indoor or sheltered environments. The 2.5mm frame tradeoff is most relevant in outdoor, wind-exposed installations. For indoor facilities where the frame is not subject to environmental stress, the structural argument for 3mm diminishes. The Debut Panoramic is a valid choice for a first indoor padel court in a controlled environment.
When to step up from the Debut Panoramic
| Situation | Recommended step |
|---|---|
| Site has coastal, humid, or high-wind exposure | Arc Panoramic or Classic Court — 3mm frame, premium grass |
| Competing directly against higher-spec local clubs | Arc Panoramic (panoramic, premium grass) or Classic Court (classic, volume) |
| Indoor hall with competition ambitions | Arc Panoramic or Apex Superpanoramic |
| Operator needs curly fiber grass from day one | Classic Court or Arc Panoramic — Dtex 13.500 |
| Structural EN 1090 certification required | Classic Court |
Debut Panoramic vs Classic Court vs Arc Panoramic: the entry tier compared
| Debut Panoramic | Classic Court | Arc Panoramic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court type | Panoramic | Classic (posts between panels) | Full panoramic |
| Steel wall | 2.5mm | 3mm | 3mm |
| Grass | Dtex 10.000 monofil | Dtex 13.500 curly · PU | Dtex 13.500 curly · PU |
| LED standard | 8 × 240W | 8 × 240W | 8 × 240W |
| Hot-dip galvanizing | Upgrade available | Upgrade available | Upgrade available |
| CE certification | Glass EN 12150 | Glass EN 12150 + Structure EN 1090 | Glass EN 12150 |
| EXW | $11,500 | $14,300 | $13,500 |
| Best for | First project · controlled environment · budget-primary | Mid-market · outdoor · volume · tenders | Entry panoramic · club upgrade |
All three carry CE certification on the glass. All three use 12mm tempered glass. All three deliver on the FIP 20×10m playing dimension. The difference is in how much structural and surface margin you buy above the minimum — and, for the Classic Court, the added EN 1090 structural certificate.
Supply and delivery
Factory-direct EXW. No distributor, no agent markup. The Debut Panoramic ships in the same container and on the same logistics chain as the rest of the Orion catalog — production approximately 7–10 days, full court kit in a standard 40-foot container. Up to four courts per container. Freight to your port depends on destination route and is not a promised timeline.
Installation is carried out by the operator's contractor — but we support every project: we ship the complete kit, provide a detailed assembly plan, and answer technical questions throughout. If you need an installer, we help find a solution in your area. CE documentation — the EN 12150 certificate — is included with the order.
FAQ
What is the difference between the Debut Panoramic and the Classic Court?
The Debut Panoramic is panoramic (posts only at corners) with a 2.5mm steel wall and entry-level monofil grass. The Classic Court is a classic design (posts between every panel) with a 3mm steel wall, Dtex 13.500 curly grass, and EN 1090 structural certification. The Classic Court is the stronger specification for outdoor, wind-exposed, or higher-use installations. The Debut Panoramic is the right entry point for sheltered or indoor environments with a tight capital budget.
Is the Debut Panoramic CE certified?
Yes. EN 12150 (12mm tempered glass). It does not carry structural EN 1090 certification (only the Classic Court and Shelter do). Documentation is included at order stage.
Why does the Debut Panoramic use 2.5mm wall thickness instead of 3mm?
The 2.5mm wall is the specification tradeoff that makes the entry price possible. Under sheltered, controlled conditions, it performs the structural function correctly. For coastal, high-wind, or heavy-use environments, the Classic Court or Arc Panoramic — both 3mm — are the appropriate specification.
Is the hot-dip galvanizing upgrade available?
Yes. The standard finish is zinc + powder coat. The hot-dip galvanizing upgrade (+$950) is available. For any installation with coastal or humidity exposure, the upgrade is worth evaluating.
What is the production timeline?
Production is approximately 7–10 days (EXW). Freight to your port depends on destination route and is not a fixed promise.
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