Buy replacement air-hockey accessories by the table’s model and specified dimensions. A puck that fits through the goal can still be the wrong weight or size for the table’s air system and intended play.
Identify the original specification
Find the model number on the table, manual or purchase record. Check the original puck diameter and thickness, any stated weight, the pusher dimensions and the part number. If a worn accessory is all you have, measure it but recognize that wear or an earlier replacement may have changed the reference.
| Part | Check |
|---|---|
| Puck | Diameter, thickness, mass where specified and approved table models |
| Pusher | Base diameter, handle shape and clearance under guards |
| Pusher pad | Correct size, attachment method and surface compatibility |
| Accessory set | Number and exact sizes, not only a broad “standard” label |
One table can include more than one puck size
Playcraft’s Shoot Out Plus lists both two-inch and two-and-a-half-inch pucks in its supplied accessories. That is direct evidence against assuming one universal size from the table’s nominal length. It is also not permission to use those pucks on every other table. Match the exact model’s guidance.
If a heavier replacement moves poorly, do not immediately assume the blower has failed. Check whether the accessory is specified for the table and inspect the surface using the maker’s maintenance procedure. Conversely, a puck that moves too freely or leaves the play area may require a different approved accessory or another issue to be addressed.
Keep replacements identifiable
Label spare sets by table model if you own more than one. Compare the delivered parts before discarding packaging and test ordinary play carefully. Do not apply lubricants or alter the surface to compensate for an unverified puck; follow the table’s care instructions. We have not measured accessory friction, airflow performance or competitive suitability, so this guide supplies a compatibility checklist rather than a tested ranking.
Sources and method
This is a researched decision guide. Product facts were checked against the primary sources below on November 2, 2026. Selection advice and worked examples are editorial reasoning. This guide does not include hands-on testing.
