Wooden Spool Specifications

Detailed wooden spool specifications including flange sizes, barrel dimensions, weight capacities, and condition grades for cable and wire applications.

Cable ReelsFlange SizesWeight Capacities

Wooden Spool Grades

Best for	Characteristics	Description	Expected life	Grade	Pricing
Premium cable applications, high-value products	Factory fresh construction, No wear or damage, Full load capacity rating... +2	Unused, perfect condition	10+ years with proper care	New	100% of market price
High-value cable transport, reuse applications	Very light use marks, Full structural integrity, All components intact... +2	Single use, minimal wear	8-10 years remaining	Excellent	80-90% of new price
Standard cable applications, general transport	Visible wear on flanges, All hardware functional, Sound structural condition... +2	Light use, minor surface marks	5-8 years remaining	Good	60-75% of new price
Utility grade applications, light-duty use	Significant wear throughout, Minor flange damage possible, Some hardware replacement needed... +2	Moderate wear, some damage	2-4 years remaining	Fair	40-55% of new price
Parts, reclaimed lumber, crafts	Major structural damage, Missing or broken components, Not safe for cable transport... +2	Requires repair, structural issues	End of service life	Repair/Salvage	Parts/lumber value only

Sizes

Wooden Spool 1

Capacity: 2,000-4,000 lbs load
Dimensions: 36-48" flange × 18-30" traverse × 16-24" drum
Material: Hardwood/Plywood flanges
Notes: Forklift handling, stackable
Usage: Building wire, THHN/THWN, fiber optic
Variant: 36-48" Small Reel
Weight: 100-200 lbs (empty)

Wooden Spool 2

Capacity: 6,000-12,000 lbs load
Dimensions: 60-84" flange × 30-48" traverse × 24-36" drum
Material: Multi-ply hardwood flanges
Notes: Crane or spool trailer required
Usage: Medium voltage cable (5kV-35kV)
Variant: 60-84" Medium Reel
Weight: 300-600 lbs (empty)

Wooden Spool 3

Capacity: 15,000-25,000 lbs load
Dimensions: 96-120" flange × 48-72" traverse × 36-48" drum
Material: Heavy-duty laminated construction
Notes: Heavy crane, specialized trailer
Usage: High voltage cable (69kV-138kV)
Variant: 96-120" Large Reel
Weight: 800-1,500 lbs (empty)

Wooden Spool 4

Capacity: 30,000-50,000 lbs load
Dimensions: 144-180" flange × 72-96" traverse × 48-72" drum
Material: Industrial grade multi-ply
Notes: Special transport required
Usage: Transmission cable (230kV-500kV)
Variant: 144-180" Extra Large Reel
Weight: 2,000-4,000 lbs (empty)

Truckload quantities

Notes	Quantity	Stack height	Variant	Weight
Smaller spools, can stack or nest	12-20 spools	2-3 high (if nested)	36-48" Reels - 53' Dry Van	1,200-4,000 lbs
Medium size, require crane loading	6-10 spools	Single layer	60-84" Reels - 53' Dry Van	1,800-6,000 lbs
Large spools, specialized trailer	3-5 spools	Single layer	96-120" Reels - Flatbed	2,400-7,500 lbs
Extra large, oversize permits may be required	1-2 spools	Single	144-180" Reels - Special Transport	2,000-8,000 lbs

Key Facts for Wooden Spool Trading

This page contains specifications and industry standards for wooden spools. Always verify specifications with your supplier before purchasing.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

All used wooden spools are sold AS-IS with NO WARRANTIES, guarantees, or representations of any kind. Specifications, grades, and condition information are estimates only. Buyers are solely responsible for inspection and suitability determination.