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What functions do mobile cable reels and cable drums have?

In modern industrial production, mobile cable reels and cable drums are preferred over sockets because they offer more advantages and functionalities, catering to different production conditions. So, what functions do modern multifunctional cable reels actually have?

2022-01-07

What functions do mobile cable reels and cable drums have?

In modern industrial production, mobileCable reel, cable reels are preferred over sockets because they have more advantages and features that can meet the needs of different production conditions. So what functions do modern multifunctional cable reels actually have?

1. Flame retardant

Ordinary sockets will show black marks on the panel after prolonged use, which are traces of the socket panel being burned. With mobile cable reels, there is no need to worry about this issue. The socket panel is made of ABS polycarbonate alloy composite material, which is between ordinary plastic and metal, flame retardant, high temperature resistant, and will not deform after long-term use. It is sturdy and durable, shockproof, drop-resistant, oil-resistant, and corrosion-resistant.

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2. Waterproof

Mobile cable reels are mostly used outdoors, and one phenomenon that needs to be faced in open environments is rain and snow. To ensure that normal work and production are not affected during these times, electrical equipment must have waterproof functions. Mobile cable reels can be equipped with waterproof plastic covers or waterproof sockets, while industrial socket cable reels inherently have waterproof functions, with a waterproof rating of IP44, fully meeting production needs.

3. Explosion-proof

Ordinary power strips cannot be used in places like mines and oil fields where flammable and explosive gases are present, because plugging and unplugging the power strip inevitably generates electric sparks, which can ignite dangerous gases and cause explosions and other major accidents. Therefore, explosion-proof mobile cable reels have been designed to avoid generating electric sparks, ensuring normal use in these special occasions.

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4. Convenience

The cables of power strips need to be manually wound and rolled up, while mobile cable reels do not require this. The rotatable reel can automatically retract the cable, and during use, the cable can be fixed in a certain place, providing a specific length of cable. Additionally, if there is a need for construction in high and low areas, the cable reel also provides an extension cord function, where the cable reel is fixed in place, and the extension cord performs its function. This is the automatic retraction, anti-tangle, and automatic locking features that are superior to power strips.

5. Safety

Mobile cable reels have three safety features: first, a power indicator light to ensure that operators are always aware of the power status of the cable reel, preventing misoperation; second, an overheating and overload protector, as there are many sockets on the cable reel that can be used simultaneously, which requires overheating and overload protection to prevent accidents; third, a leakage protector, which is not equipped on all products, but is essential on high-power reels, as it can automatically cut off power in case of leakage, ensuring safety.

The above is a sharing of the functions of mobileCable reel, cable reels, hoping to help everyone.

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