Professional MMA Cages, Panels
Buying Guide
How to Choose an MMA Cage: The Professional Checklist
Unlike a boxing ring, a cage must withstand thousands of pounds of lateral force during clinches and takedowns.
1. The “Fence” Factor: Gauge & Coating
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Chain Link Gauge: Ensure your mesh is 9-gauge or 11-gauge vinyl-coated steel. Thinner gauges will stretch and sag, creating dangerous “pockets” where fingers or toes can get caught.
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Coating: Look for dipped vinyl rather than spray-painted mesh to prevent rust and skin abrasions.
2. Corner Post & Padding Engineering
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Post Diameter: For commercial use, 4-inch 100mm diameter structural steel is the minimum requirement.
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Padding Density: Your corner pads should utilize high-density closed-cell foam. This ensures that even after a year of heavy use, the padding doesn’t “bottom out,” protecting athletes from the steel posts.
3. Space Saving: Foldable vs. MMA Room System
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Foldable Cages: Ideal for multi-sport gyms. These units use locking pivot points to fold flat against a wall, reducing a 16ft cage footprint to less than 2sqm of storage space.
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MMA Room System: The ultimate boutique solution. The top is equipped with a rail system and Monkey bar to achieve a seamless transition from MMA training to boxing training and physical training.
FAQs
What are the regulation sizes for a professional MMA cage?
For professional sanctioned events, the standard diameter is typically 30ft (9 meters). However, for most gym training environments and local promotions, 16ft to 24ft cages are the industry standard. When planning your floor space, remember to account for the outer footprint, which is usually 2–4 feet wider than the internal fighting area due to the support posts.
Can I customize the cage with my brand or sponsor logos?
Customization is a major part of gym branding and revenue. We offer high-fidelity printing on:
Corner Pads: The most visible spot for your primary logo.
The Floor Canvas: Ideal for large center-mat branding.
Symmetry Wraps: The vinyl covers for the top and bottom rails of the fence sections. All our custom prints use heavy-duty, anti-slip inks that won’t rub off on athletes’ gear during training.
Should I choose a floor-mounted or an elevated cage?
Floor-Mounted MMA Cages: These are the most popular choice for daily training. They are cost-effective, easier to install, and allow for a seamless transition between cage work and open mat training.
Elevated MMA Cages: These are essential for sanctioned events and promotions. Elevating the cage (typically 3ft high) ensures clear sightlines for judges, medical staff, and the audience, while giving your facility a “pro-show” aesthetic.
How long does installation typically take?
A standard floor-mounted cage takes 1-2 hours, while elevated competition rings may take 2-4 hours.
Are you a real manufacturer?
Yes, we are the source MMA cage manufacturer, we are located in Shenzhen, China, you are welcome to visit our factory.
How long is the production time?
Usually we will complete production in 15-30 days
What shipping method do you use?
Depends on trade terms (such as EXW\FOB\CIF\DDU\DDP), usually we use sea shipping to transport products, we also provide door-to-door service, reducing your work.