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RS PRO 10m 1 Socket NF Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 10m 1 Socket NF Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 171-7878

Brand RS Pro

  • Auto Rewind: Yes
  • Housing Type: Cassette Reel
  • Mains Plug Type: NF

AED 886.30

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RS PRO 16m 1 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 16m 1 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 171-7879

Brand RS Pro

  • Cable Length: 16m
  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Housing Type: Cassette Reel

AED 1.004.60

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RS PRO 50m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 250 V, IP20

RS PRO 50m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 250 V, IP20

RS Stock No. 280-5690

Brand RS Pro

  • Housing Type: Open Reel
  • Product Type: Cable Reel
  • Voltage Rating: 250 V

AED 1.160.44

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RS PRO 15m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 15m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2488

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Housing Type: Open Reel
  • Voltage Rating: 240 V

AED 385.99

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RS PRO 50m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 50m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2504

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Current Rating Unwound: 13A
  • Socket Type: Type G - British

AED 1.195.39

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RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Open Reel, IP44

RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Open Reel, IP44

RS Stock No. 048-1349

Brand RS Pro

  • Housing Type: Open Reel
  • IP Rating: IP44
  • Type: Cable Reel

AED 1.410.04

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RS PRO 9m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac, IP20

RS PRO 9m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac, IP20

RS Stock No. 171-7881

Brand RS Pro

  • Auto Rewind: Yes
  • Cross Sectional Area: 2.5 mm²
  • Number of Cores: 3

AED 1.583.08

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RS PRO 15m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V

RS PRO 15m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V

RS Stock No. 183-9540

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Number of Cores: 3
  • Sheath Colour: Black

AED 3.734.77

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RS PRO 11m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V

RS PRO 11m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V

RS Stock No. 286-6745

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Current Rating Unwound: 10A
  • Housing Type: Cassette Reel

AED 1.358.23

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RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2490

Brand RS Pro

  • European Harmonised Code: HO5VV-F
  • Product Type: Cable Reel
  • Voltage Rating: 240 V

AED 674.78

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RS PRO 15m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 15m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2497

Brand RS Pro

  • Cable Length: 15m
  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Current Rating Unwound: 13A

AED 468.67

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RS PRO 24m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V, IP42

RS PRO 24m 0 Socket Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V, IP42

RS Stock No. 183-9528

Brand RS Pro

  • Current Rating Unwound: 8A
  • Sheath Colour: Black
  • Voltage Rating: 230 V

AED 4.003.34

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RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 250 V, IP20

RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 250 V, IP20

RS Stock No. 280-5689

Brand RS Pro

  • Corded: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP20
  • Number of Sockets: 4

AED 668.94

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RS PRO 16m 1 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 16m 1 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 171-7877

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Mains Plug Type: Type F - German Schuko
  • Voltage Rating: 230 V ac

AED 1.088.88

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RS PRO 5m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 5m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 768-4456

Brand RS Pro

  • Current Rating Unwound: 10A
  • Mains Plug Type: CEE 7/7 German Schuko / French
  • Number of Sockets: 4

AED 194.15

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RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 25m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2494

Brand RS Pro

  • Cable Length: 25m
  • Current Rating (Unwound): 16A
  • Number of Sockets: 4

AED 705.38

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RS PRO 40m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS PRO 40m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V

RS Stock No. 889-2501

Brand RS Pro

  • Cable Length: 40m
  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Housing Type: Open Reel

AED 1.033.65

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RS PRO 10m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Semi-enclosed Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 10m 4 Socket Type E - French Cable Reel Semi-enclosed Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 768-4450

Brand RS Pro

  • Cross Sectional Area: 1 mm²
  • Housing Type: Semi-enclosed Reel
  • Voltage Rating: 230 V ac

AED 297.62

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RS PRO 5m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 5m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Cassette Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 768-4440

Brand RS Pro

  • Cross Sectional Area: 1.5 mm²
  • Socket Type: Type F - German Schuko
  • Voltage Rating: 230 V ac

AED 161.74

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RS PRO 10m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Semi-enclosed Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 10m 4 Socket Type F - German Schuko Cable Reel Semi-enclosed Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 768-4444

Brand RS Pro

  • Socket Type: Type F - German Schuko
  • Type: Cable Reel
  • Voltage Rating: 230 V ac

AED 252.42

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RS PRO 11m 0 Socket Cable Reel, 230 V ac

RS PRO 11m 0 Socket Cable Reel, 230 V ac

RS Stock No. 171-7880

Brand RS Pro

  • Cable Length: 11m
  • Category: Extension Leads & Cable Reels
  • Type: Cable Reel

AED 993.74

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RS PRO Empty Cable Reel in RubberEmpty Cable Reel, 1 shelf

RS PRO Empty Cable Reel in RubberEmpty Cable Reel, 1 shelf

RS Stock No. 786-3132

Brand RS Pro

  • Diameter: 380mm
  • Type: Empty Cable Reel
  • Width: 291 mm

AED 2.802.61

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RS PRO Empty Cable Reel in RubberEmpty Cable Reel, 1 shelf

RS PRO Empty Cable Reel in RubberEmpty Cable Reel, 1 shelf

RS Stock No. 786-3139

Brand RS Pro

  • Height: 367mm
  • Material: Rubber
  • Number of Shelves: 1

AED 1.591.02

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RS PRO Empty Cable Reel 30m in RubberEmpty Cable Reel

RS PRO Empty Cable Reel 30m in RubberEmpty Cable Reel

RS Stock No. 124-5323

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Cable Storage Racks & Dispensers
  • Series: VDGT
  • Type: Cable Reel

AED 1.133.37

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What is a cable reel?

A cable reel, also known as a cable drum or cord reel, is a spool-like device designed to store, wind, and dispense electrical or communication cables, hoses, or cords in a controlled manner. It helps prevent tangles, protects cables from damage, and speeds up setup and takedown on job sites, workshops, and facilities. Modern cable reels come in many configurations: handheld, portable, wall-mounted, retractable, spring-driven, and motorized versions. Key features you’ll see include a winding drum, guides to keep the cable neatly aligned, a handle or crank for manual rewinding, and sometimes a locking mechanism, swivel hubs, or swivel casters for mobility. Some reels are designed for outdoor use with weather-resistant housings and IP ratings, while others are optimized for data cables, fiber, or heavy power cables. In short, a cable reel is a practical solution for safe, efficient cable management that reduces wear and trip hazards and keeps your workspace organized.

What are the main types of cable reels?

There are several common categories to suit different environments and cable types:
  • Portable manual reels: hand-crank or spring-rewind units that you carry to where the work is.
  • Retractable/auto-retract reels: sprung or motor-assisted retraction with a locking stop, ideal for workshops and service vehicles.
  • Fixed wall-mounted reels: mounted in a fixed position to supply extension cords or data cables along walls and workstations.
  • Industrial heavy-duty reels: rugged steel or aluminum drums designed for long lengths and high current cables in factories.
  • Marine and outdoor reels: corrosion-resistant options with weatherproof seals and special lubricants for harsh environments.
  • Data and fiber reels: reels optimized for data cables, patch cords, or fiber optic cables with careful spacing to avoid damage.

How do I choose the right cable reel for my project?

Choosing the right reel depends on cable type, length, environment, and safe handling. Consider:
  • Cable length and drum capacity: ensure the reel can accommodate the full length with room for winding without overlapping.
  • Conductor rating: match the reel to the current and voltage rating of the cable (for power cords, H05/H07 series, SJT, SO, etc.; for data cables, Cat5e/6/6a, etc.).
  • Material and build: steel for heavy-duty industrial use, aluminum for lighter portable reels, or rugged plastic for light-duty outdoor use.
  • Environment: IP rating, UV resistance, and corrosion resistance for outdoor or marine settings.
  • Mounting and mobility: wall-mounted, floor-standing, or portable with wheels and handles.
  • Retrieval mechanism: manual crank, spring-return, or motorized rewind for long runs.
  • Safety features: cable guide, torque limit, automatic stop, and overload protection in motorized models.
RS Components offers a wide range of cable reels suitable for electrical contractors, industrial facilities, and facilities management, with various lengths, reels, and accessories.

What cables work with cable reels, and are there compatibility considerations?

Most general purpose reels are designed for flexible power cables, data extension cables, or control cables. When selecting, verify:
  • Cable type and diameter: ensure the reel drum opening and rebate accommodate the cable outer diameter.
  • Conductor material: copper conductors with insulation rated for the intended voltage.
  • Insulation and jacket ratings: heat resistance, flame retardancy, and outdoor/indoor suitability (e.g., UV-stable jackets for sun exposure).
  • Standards compliance: CE, RoHS, and local electrical codes where applicable.
RS Components stock includes power extension reels with H05RN-F and H07RN-F cords, data cable reels for Cat5e/6, and fiber reels for patch cables with protective housings.

How do I install and operate a cable reel safely?

Follow standard electrical and workplace safety practices. Steps:
  • Inspect the reel and cable for damage before use.
  • Mount or place on a stable surface; secure if necessary.
  • Unwind gradually with even tension; avoid kinking or tight bends at the drum edge.
  • Keep the reel away from water, dust, and chemicals; use weather-rated models outdoors.
  • Do not exceed the rated current; use proper circuit breakers and PPE.
  • When retracting, guide the cable to prevent tangles; use the locking mechanism where provided.
  • Disconnect and coil properly when not in use.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions specific to your reel model.

What maintenance does a cable reel require?

Regular maintenance extends reel life and reliability:
  • Inspect the drum, guides, and connectors for wear or corrosion; replace damaged parts.
  • Lubricate moving parts according to the manufacturer’s schedule, using appropriate lubricants for the reel material (springs, gears, and bearings as specified).
  • Test retract mechanism and locking functions; ensure cables retract smoothly without binding.
  • Clean the drum and exterior from dust, moisture, and contaminants; store dry when not in use.
  • For outdoor or marine reels, rinse with fresh water after exposure to salt spray and re-lubricate as recommended.
RS Components offers replacement cables, connectors, and mounting brackets to keep reels in service.

Are there specialized cable reels for outdoor or hazardous environments?

Yes. Outdoor and hazardous-area reels feature rugged housings, weather seals, and corrosion-resistant materials. Look for:
  • IP ratings (e.g., IP44, IP54) indicating protection against water and dust.
  • Materials such as stainless steel, impact-resistant polymers, or powder-coated frames for durability.
  • Marine-grade reels with stainless hardware for saltwater exposure.
  • Explosion-proof or ATEX-rated reels for hazardous environments when using power tools in potentially explosive atmospheres.
RS Components supplies outdoor-rated, weatherproof, and explosion-rated cable reels and accessories to meet industrial and safety standards.

Where can I buy high-quality cable reels and accessories?

RS Components offers a comprehensive selection of cable reels, power cords, connectors, and mounting hardware from trusted brands. Explore:
  • Portable and fixed reels in steel, aluminum, and tough plastics.
  • Spring-rewind, retractable, and motorized reel options.
  • Outdoor-rated and marine-grade reels with weatherproof housings.
  • Accessories such as reel stands, wall brackets, casters, and spare parts.
If you’re not sure which model fits, you can consult RS Components product guides, technical sheets, and schematics to compare ratings, sizes, and compatibility.