Apparatus and method for reversing tapewind direction
US7793879B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B23/26
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
According to one embodiment, the present technique provides a reel. The exemplary reel comprises a hub and a guide member coupled to the hub. The guide member may be configured to guide magnetic tape from a magnetic tape source to the reel. The guide member may cooperate with the hub to form a surface for receiving magnetic tape from the magnetic tape source. Additionally, the exemplary reel may include a securing mechanism for securing the guide member in the cooperating position with respect to the hub.
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