Steel Field Wire Reel for Approx. 500 m, Wire Not Included

A loose coil becomes difficult to manage when a long wire must be carried to a work area, paid out in stages, and collected again after the task. This portable field reel keeps the line in an orderly form: the wire sits on a rotating drum, while the surrounding steel frame supports the assembly during winding and unwinding. The model is designed for approximately 500 metres of wire and is suited to field, construction, and repair tasks where controlled payout, organised handling, and portable storage are important.

A steel reel built around a long line

The main structure is made from 2 mm steel and has a powder-painted finish. The drum rotates inside a separate supporting frame. An upper handle provides a clear lifting point for carrying the reel, while the side winding handle turns the drum manually. This arrangement makes it easier to lay the wire in successive turns instead of leaving a tangled coil on the ground or at the storage location.

• Approximate capacity: about 500 m of wire.
• Height: 35 cm without the upper handle and 41 cm including it.
• Width: 31 cm.
• Inner shaft diameter: 42 mm.
• Handle diameter: 22 mm.
• Reel weight: 5.38 kg.
• Configuration: wire is selected and installed separately.

Choosing the wire for the reel

The stated 500-metre capacity is an approximate reference, not a fixed result for every wire. The actual length that fits depends on the wire’s outside diameter, the density and evenness of the winding, and the clearance retained near the edges of the drum. Compare the required line length with the diameter of the chosen wire before loading the reel. A noticeably thicker wire will occupy the available space sooner, while a thinner one can be packed more closely. Because wire is not included, the reel can be equipped for the specific task instead of being tied to a preselected wire type.

Controlled winding and payout

Place the frame on a level, stable surface and guide the wire evenly across the width of the drum. Turn the handle smoothly, maintaining light control of the tension and preventing loose, crossing loops. Neat rows make better use of the available drum space and simplify the next payout. When releasing the line, keep the drum’s rotation under control so it does not accelerate and throw off several turns at once.

The reel is practical wherever the same line must be deployed repeatedly, moved between work areas, and collected after use. It can be prepared for construction and repair operations, long wire runs across an open site, or specialised field tasks. The steel frame holds the drum above the supporting surface, and the fixed upper handle gives the user a straightforward grip when moving the unloaded or prepared reel.

Care and storage

After use, remove dust and adhering dirt from the drum and frame, then wipe the surfaces dry. Keep sharp objects away from the powder-painted finish and make sure adjacent turns do not pinch or sharply bend the selected wire. Before longer storage, inspect the winding, correct loose sections, and remove any crossed loops. Stand the reel on the base of its frame rather than placing unrelated loads against the side drum. An orderly winding will be easier to inspect, transport, and deploy when the line is needed again.

This model is intended for buyers who need a substantial, manually operated wire carrier rather than a compact household spool. Its dimensions, 5.38 kg reel weight, steel construction, and approximate capacity should all be considered together with the planned wire. Selecting the wire diameter first and winding it evenly will provide the most useful configuration for the intended route and working conditions.