Galaxy Cable Reeling Drums

Designed for simplified maintenance and long service, the Galaxy™ cable reeling drum is another in a long line of innovative cable/hose handling products from Metreel. Galaxy™ cable reeling drums have been designed to accomodate 1-12 ways from 1.5 - 10mm2 cable rated ta 30- 50amps with travel distances up to 26m. 

Galaxy™ cable reeling drum are conveniently adapted to the requirements of your application. Multi-position roller guides and terminal boxes accommodate a variety of reel mounting configurations.
 

Galaxy™ Reels are conveniently adapted to the requirements of your application. Multi-position roller guides and terminial boxes accommodate a variety of reel mounting configurations. Hardened steel stop catch mechanism with ball bearing cam follower allows quick and easy changeover from window-blind type action to continuous tension. An optional swivel base makes the Galaxy™ Reel suitable for the most dynamic of cable reeling applications.

Welded heavy gauge steel construction ensures that the Galaxy™ Reel will last for years to come. Oversized bearings and a heavy duty one piece mainshaft provide sustainability greater mechanical strength than comparable reels. Modular construction of Galaxy™ Reels sub-assemblies provide quick and easy servicing of all components. Spring replacement, collector servicing and cable installation are readily performed without removing the Galaxy™ Reel from it’s mounting location.

Exclusive to the Galaxy™ Reel is the new unitised flat disc collector assembly. Smaller in size with great dissipational characteristics, the flat disc collector operates at an unparalleled level of efficiency. Flat disc copper graphite brushes and beryllium copper contactor springs reduce maintenance and alignment problems associated with conventional slip ring assemblies. If service to the flat disc collector is ever required, removal of the modular assembly is quickly performed by loosening 2 screws on the reel mainshaft.

Other safety and convenience features include a generously sized terminal box to facilitate easy cable connection, free wheeling spring hub and a unique, self-contained Safetychange® spring motor.

Modular Collector Assembly

• Permits replacement of entire collector assembly as a unit. Brushes are an integral part of the collector assembly. Maintenance can be performed with reel in place. Simply disconnect wiring and remove 2 set screws to release assembly.

1. Optional Cable Stop
2. Weather and dust proof housing - protects collector assembly
3. Safetychange® spring motor for safe and easy replacement
4. Multi-position Roller Guide
5. Generously sized terminal box
6. Stop catch mechanism for locking/unlocking cable retrieve function
7. Welded, all-steel mounting bracket for dependable long life