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Geason Reel S/WB Spring Driven Electric Cable Reels

General Information
• Types in This Catalog
• Description of Reels
• Slip Rings
• Spring Motors
• Cable Length
• Optional Accessories

Selection
• How to Select
• Selection Charts

Technical Data
• Cable Data
• Model S14 Direct Drive

• Model S16 Direct Drive
• Model S18 Direct Drive
• Model S21 Direct Drive
• Model S21 Geared Drive
• Model S24 Direct Drive
• Model S24 Geared Drive
• Model S28 Direct Drive

• Model S28 Geared Drive
• Model S32 Direct Drive
• Model S32 Geared Drive

WB Continuous Contact Electric Reels
• Selection Charts
• Technical Data

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How to Select Reels
Gleason Electric Cable Reels are assembled from several components with a great variety of combinations possible. In order to select the CORRECT reel from the Selection Charts on the following pages, follow STEPS 1-3 on this page.

Identity Your Cable
Cable is the WHAT in reel selection. WHAT is the size (AWG) and number of conductors? Reel calculations are based on the cable weight per foot, Active Travel, and cable O.D. Fill in "Selection Input Required" on the facing page for each reel you order.

Identity Your Application
Application is the HOW in reel selection. From the applications shown on the facing page, choose the one that resembles the way in which you are applying the cable described in STEP 1 above. There are specific selection charts on the following pages for each application type. Reel calculations will be based on HOW you want to handle the cable. Note: Identify any added weight such as extra cable (overhang) or push-button stations - Selection Charts do NOT consider any added weight.

Select a Reel Model
Applying your input from STEP 1 and STEP 2, the correct reel model number may be found in one of the three Selection Charts on the following pages.

EXAMPLE: A reel must LIFT [TURN TO "LIFT" CHART] #14 AWG, 10 conductor cable [FIND "14-AWG, 10-CONDUCTOR" ROW] for a Total Travel of 40.0 feet, ONE WAY - see FIG. 1, below. Active Travel is, therefore, 40 feet [FIND "40 FEET" COLUMN]. [FOLLOW "40 FEET" COLUMN DOWN TO "14-AWG, 10-CONDUCTOR" ROW. THE INTERSECTION IS THE CORRET REEL MODEL - S16801-103-9-1. THIS MODEL IS HIGHLIGHTED.]

For requirements not fully covered in the Selection Charts, contact your factory representative. We will be happy to make specific calculations for you.

Definition of Terms
• Active Travel	=	The DISTANCE* in ONE DIRECTION from reel centerline to full extension of cable; The TRAVEL allowed by one full cable extension.* SEE Figures 1 & 2 below.
• Total Travel	=	The TOTAL DISTANCE* reel is to service.* SEE Figures 1 & 2 below.
• Payout	=	The ACTION* of cable winding off of the reel, in one or two directions.* SEE Figures 1 & 2 below.
• Cable Length	=	The total AMOUNT* of cable REQUIRED for connections, unwind/wind, SAG (if any) and "extra" lengths you require.* SEE "Cable Length - Don't Cut Yourself Short!" at the back of this catalog. *CAUTION: Cable Length is NEVER* equal to Active Travel or Total Travel!**

Model Number Explanation

* SLIP RING
AMPACITY CODE

GLEASON CODE	MAX AMPS
3 7 12 20	35 75 125 200

For REVERSE ROTATION (available for all models), add the letter "R" following Spring Motor Code.
EXAMPLES:
S2180R - 123 - 10 - B - 1
WB-100-60R

Common Applications

HORIZONTAL STRETCH

STRETCHING cable horizontally requires the greatest amount of tension on any application to maintain a minimum sag. In this catalog, all reel capacities for horizontal stretch applications are based on a sag of 6%.

*RETRIEVE* A HORIZONTAL RETRIEVE application is identified when the reel is mounted on the moving equipment and winds and pays-out cable into a tray or other support. A VERTICAL RETRIEVE application is much the same as a vertical lift except in this case the reel is located below rather than above.

*VERTICAL LIFT* VERTICAL LIFT refers to any application where the cable is simply hoisted vertically with only the weight of the cable involved. Special consideration must be given to any weight added to the end of the cable such as a pushbutton station or overhang (i.e. extra cable).

DRAG

In DRAG applications, the reel is stationary. As the machine moves, cable is pulled off of the reel and "dragged" over the surface. Dragging produces wear on the cable and is NOT a recommended application.