{"title":"Cable Reels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCable Reel Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable reels KEEP electrical EXTENSION CORDS TIDY + safely stored + ready to deploy. Workshop + factory + construction site standard. Retractable + manual + powered varieties. Length + amperage + IP rating match to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Reel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual Cable Reel (Wind-Up)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop + site economical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring-Retract Cable Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop bay — auto-retract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered \/ Motorised Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy gauge + long run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall-Mount \/ Ceiling-Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile site work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Lengths (10m \/ 20m \/ 30m \/ 50m+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to bay layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Amperage (10A \/ 15A \/ 20A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to load + cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating (Indoor \/ Outdoor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCD-Protected Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction site safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e CABLE FULLY UNWOUND when drawing heavy load — coiled cable on reel = HEAT + insulation failure. AS\/NZS 3760 compliance for testing + tagging. Workshop reels require periodic test + tag. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/electrical-electronic\"\u003eelectrical + electronic\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/wire-cable-management\"\u003ewire + cable management\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/extension-cords\"\u003eextension cords\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCable Reels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable reels keep electrical extension cords tidy, safely stored, and ready to deploy quickly. In workshops, factories, and on construction sites, a retractable cable reel eliminates the trip hazard and cable degradation that comes from extension cords lying loose on the floor — and means the cord is always fully rewound and ready for the next use rather than tangled on a hook. AIMS Industrial supplies cable reels for workshops and industrial workplaces across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRetractable Cable Reels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetractable (spring-rewind) cable reels use an internal spring mechanism to automatically wind the extension cord back onto the drum when released. This is the most practical type for workshop and factory use — no manual winding, no tangled cord on the floor, and a consistently tidy installation. Most retractable reels include a ratchet stop function that holds the cord at any extension length, allowing the cord to be deployed to the work area and held in place without retraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCurrent Rating and Outlets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable reels are available in 10 A and 15 A current ratings. Standard workshop appliances — drills, grinders, compressors — typically operate on 10 A supply. Heavier equipment such as welders, large compressors, and high-draw machinery may require a 15 A supply — confirm the appliance current draw before selecting a reel. Running a 15 A appliance on a 10 A reel risks overheating the cord, particularly if the cord is not fully extended during use (a fully wound cord on a reel retains heat more readily than a fully extended cord).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutlet configuration is the other key selection criterion. Four-way outlets allow multiple tools to be run from a single reel position. Two-way outlets suit dedicated single-appliance applications. Confirm the outlet type (standard 3-pin flat Australian or 3-pin round industrial) matches the plugs of the equipment you are powering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable reels are available in wall-mount, ceiling-mount, and pedestal configurations. Wall-mount is the most common for workshop bay installations — positioned above the work area to give maximum cord reach across the floor. Ceiling mount maximises floor and wall space. Pedestal-mount reels are freestanding and can be repositioned as work areas change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways fully extend a cable reel before using high-current appliances — an incompletely unwound reel generates heat in the coiled section, which can damage the cord insulation and create a fire risk over time. Inspect cable reels regularly for cord jacket damage, damaged outlets, and cracked plugs. Damaged cords must be taken out of service immediately — a damaged extension cord is a serious electrical hazard in any workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder Cable Reels from AIMS Industrial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS Industrial stocks retractable cable reels in 10 A and 15 A configurations for workshop and industrial applications. For help selecting the right reel for your electrical supply requirements or mounting situation, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alemlube-240v-electric-cable-reel-ecrp24025","title":"Alemlube 240V Electric Cable Reel ECRP24025","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:10px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;margin-bottom:14px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:0;padding:10px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;margin-right:6px\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003e240V mains powered for fixed workshop and depot use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:0;padding:10px 16px;border-left:1px solid #d0d0d0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;margin-right:6px\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003ePolypropylene made covers with IP42 protection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:0;padding:10px 16px;border-left:1px solid #d0d0d0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;margin-right:6px\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eCE approved\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#333;line-height:1.6;margin:0\"\u003eEL Series 20m electrical cable reel. 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