Pool table pocket sizes are an important part of the game. They are crucial in determining the ball's ability and bounce accurately from the pockets. They vary depending on the style of your table. They can range from 4.5 to 6.25 inches wide to as big as five inches. The American pool table's pocket openings should be between 4.5 and 4.625 inches while the pockets on the centre and corner pockets should be five to five and a half inches wide. The vertical angle of the pocket should be between 12 and 14 degrees. English pool tables typically have rounded pockets. They give the ball a better bounce, and make it easier to hit.
American pool tables have bigger pockets
The size of the pockets on an American pool table is generally larger than on an English one. American pool tables typically have pockets between three and six inches deep. This allows you to play faster with larger balls. American versions feature straight-cut pockets in the middle of the ball, as opposed to full corners.
There are also differences between American pool tables and English ones. The pockets on an American pool table are rectangular, whereas those on an English table are oblong. These shapes are determined according to the ball's distance from the pocket. The angle of the corner pockets is approximately 2/3 the ball's width. However, the centre pockets are 1/2 inch narrower.
A pool table in America is faster than one in England because the balls are bigger. This is important because English pool balls tend to be smaller and easily get lost in the pockets. Because of the greater contact point between the pockets and the balls, English pool balls react in a different way to the pockets. American-style table have wider pockets which are perfect for competition 8- and nine-ball games.
Modern pool tables come with the same dimensions pockets
The size of the table will affect the opening of the pockets. For example, a 4' table will have a smaller opening than an 8' table. American pool tables have slightly different pockets than their European and British counterparts. American pool tables use a standard pocket at 142 degrees. English tables feature a more rounded shoulder area and narrower entrance.
You should choose a pool table that is the same size as your current one. Although the standard table size is seven feet, there are many variants of these tables. The table size of coin-op, bar and other tables is smaller than that, but these are extremely rare. The pool table is standard in size and includes a drop pockets and a ball return. The sizes of the pockets vary depending on the country and the era.
A pool table's materials can have a significant impact on its performance. American tables often feature thicker sectional slates. These are made up of several pieces, which are then sealed with special wax. English pool tables have one piece of slate, and are 21mm thick.