REEL HAVING APPARATUS FOR IMPROVED CONNECTION OF LINEAR MATERIAL

摘要

A linear material reel 2 promotes the uniform spooling of a linear material around a reel drum 4, while also reducing stress acting on the end of the linear material that is connected to the drum 4. A connector ramp 8 has a connector face 12 generally perpendicular to the outer surface of the drum 4 and is configured to orient the connecting section of a linear material substantially parallel to the outer surface of the drum 4. A guide groove 14 promotes uniformity of spooling. A retraction limiting band 16 maintains a length of the linear material wrapped around the drum. The retraction limiting band 16, guide groove 14, and connector ramp 8 can be employed together or independently.