Cable reel
US9695008B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H75/245
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cable reel that has first and second opposing flanges. The first flange has a first hub portion and the second flange has a second hub portion. The first and second hub portions are axial aligned and configured to mate with one another to support cable. The first hub portion includes an elongated wall extends from the first flange. The elongated wall is sized to support cable. The elongated wall defines an inner area that is configured to accept the second hub portion. The elongated wall includes a plurality of flexible segments. The second hub portion includes a truncated wall that is receivable in the inner area of the first hub portion. The truncated wall includes a tapered outer surface for engaging and expanding the plurality of flexible segments.
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