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Retractable cord reel

US8387763B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 22, 2010
Grant dateMar 5, 2013
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2701/528
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A retractable cord reel is disclosed. The retractable cord reel may have a rotatable ferrule configured to adapt to an expandable coil having various trajectories within the cord reel. The retractable cord reel may have a splicing chamber filled with an epoxy or similar substance. Improved heat dissipation vents and fins and a thermal overload device may also be provided.

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