Cable Reels

A trailing extension lead that's wound directly onto a reel isn't just tidier than a loose coil - it's safer. At the DIY Hardware Store, our cable reels range covers the workshop and site-use reels that store and dispense mains extension cable cleanly, safely, and at a practical length for the job.

The key safety requirement of any cable reel is that it must be fully unwound before use under load. Cable wound tightly onto a drum builds up heat as current flows through it, because the coiled geometry reduces the cable's ability to dissipate heat into the surrounding air. Most cable reels carry a clear maximum current rating for coiled use - typically 4-5A - with a higher rating permitted when fully extended. For anything beyond a small lamp or phone charger, always unwind the full length before use.

Cable reels at the DIY Hardware Store are available in standard 10m, 15m, and 25m lengths with 4-way socket heads, suitable for workshop, garden, and site use. The robust reel housing protects the cable from kinking and abrasion, and a grip handle makes carrying straightforward.

  • 10m, 15m, and 25m extension cable reels available
  • 4-way socket heads for simultaneous multiple connections
  • Must be fully unwound before use under load
  • Robust housing protects against kinking and abrasion
  • Suitable for workshop, garden, and site use
  • Carry handle for easy transport