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title: 'Cable drum quality: the foundation of cable reliability'
date: '2024-11-09T12:14:30'
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# Cable drum quality: the foundation of cable reliability
### Why cable drum quality matters
Cable drums endure a range of challenges, from harsh weather conditions to the wear and tear of transportation. Inferior materials or poor manufacturing practices can result in:
- **Cracking or Splintering:** Weak or untreated wood is prone to damage, especially under heavy loads or rough handling.
- **Warping:** Poorly treated materials can bend or deform, making the drum unstable.
- **Loose or Missing Fasteners:** Low-quality screws or nails can fail, causing drums to collapse at critical moments.
- **Inconsistent Dimensions:** Poorly calibrated manufacturing leads to drums that don’t fit your cable requirements, complicating transport and deployment.

Investing in high-quality drums minimizes these risks, saving you time, money, and headaches down the line.
### Our commitment to cable drum quality
At KLZ, we don’t cut corners when it comes to the quality of our cable drums. Every drum we supply is meticulously designed and crafted to ensure long-lasting performance. Here’s how we guarantee excellence:
- **Premium materials** We use only high-grade wood and reinforced components to ensure structural integrity, even under demanding conditions.
- **Weather-resistant construction** Our drums are treated with advanced coatings and finishes that protect against moisture, UV exposure, and temperature fluctuations.
- **Precision engineering** Exacting standards in manufacturing mean our drums are dimensionally accurate, providing a perfect fit for cables of all sizes.
- **Reinforced fastenings** We prioritize robust assembly, using high-strength nails and screws that resist loosening over time.
- **Quality-certified suppliers** Every drum we provide comes from manufacturers who meet our strict quality benchmarks.
- **Tailored solutions** From compact drums for lighter loads to massive models capable of handling up to 7,600 kg, we offer options for every project.
- **Sustainability focus** Where possible, we incorporate recycled and sustainable materials without compromising quality.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Identifier / Number</th>
<th>empty weight kg</th>
<th>max. load kg</th>
<th>Flange diameter mm</th>
<th>Core diameter mm</th>
<th>Core width mm</th>
<th>Overall width mm</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Т-6</td>
<td>30<span> kg</span></td>
<td>250<span> kg</span></td>
<td>630<span> mm</span></td>
<td>315<span> mm</span></td>
<td>315<span> mm</span></td>
<td>415<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-6,3</td>
<td>30<span> kg</span></td>
<td>250<span> kg</span></td>
<td>630<span> mm</span></td>
<td>315<span> mm</span></td>
<td>315<span> mm</span></td>
<td>415<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-7</td>
<td>30<span> kg</span></td>
<td>250<span> kg</span></td>
<td>710<span> mm</span></td>
<td>334<span> mm</span></td>
<td>400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>520<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-8</td>
<td>40<span> kg</span></td>
<td>400<span> kg</span></td>
<td>800<span> mm</span></td>
<td>400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>520<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-9</td>
<td>47<span> kg</span></td>
<td>750<span> kg</span></td>
<td>900<span> mm</span></td>
<td>450<span> mm</span></td>
<td>560<span> mm</span></td>
<td>690<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-10</td>
<td>57<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>545<span> mm</span></td>
<td>500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>600<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-12</td>
<td>90<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1220<span> mm</span></td>
<td>650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>600<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-12</td>
<td>140<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1220<span> mm</span></td>
<td>650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>710<span> mm</span></td>
<td>810<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-12</td>
<td>150<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1220<span> mm</span></td>
<td>650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>780<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-14</td>
<td>146<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1900<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>750<span> mm</span></td>
<td>710<span> mm</span></td>
<td>830<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-14</td>
<td>200<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1900<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>750<span> mm</span></td>
<td>670<span> mm</span></td>
<td>780<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-14</td>
<td>250<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1900<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>750<span> mm</span></td>
<td>670<span> mm</span></td>
<td>780<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-14</td>
<td>200<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>750<span> mm</span></td>
<td>884<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1000<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-16</td>
<td>260<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2500<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1600<span> mm</span></td>
<td>800<span> mm</span></td>
<td>800<span> mm</span></td>
<td>924<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-18</td>
<td>320<span> kg</span></td>
<td>3800<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1800<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1120<span> mm</span></td>
<td>900<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1068<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-18</td>
<td>330<span> kg</span></td>
<td>3800<span> kg</span></td>
<td>1800<span> mm</span></td>
<td>900<span> mm</span></td>
<td>900<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1068<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-20</td>
<td>340<span> kg</span></td>
<td>5000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1220<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1188<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-20</td>
<td>380<span> kg</span></td>
<td>5000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>900<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1248<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-22</td>
<td>550<span> kg</span></td>
<td>6000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2200<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>980<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1167<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-22</td>
<td>716<span> kg</span></td>
<td>6000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2200<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1020<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1370<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1590<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-22</td>
<td>800<span> kg</span></td>
<td>6000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2200<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1100<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1340<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T-22</td>
<td>850<span> kg</span></td>
<td>6000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2200<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1040<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1340<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-24</td>
<td>450<span> kg</span></td>
<td>4000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2390<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1020<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1000<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1150<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-24</td>
<td>800<span> kg</span></td>
<td>5000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1020<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1600<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-25</td>
<td>900<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1300<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1560<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-25</td>
<td>900<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1020<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1600<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-25</td>
<td>950<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1210<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1560<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-25</td>
<td>950<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1210<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1560<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-26</td>
<td>1350<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1400<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1680<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-26</td>
<td>1000<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2600<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1300<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1320<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1600<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Т-26</td>
<td>1350<span> kg</span></td>
<td>7600<span> kg</span></td>
<td>2650<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1500<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1310<span> mm</span></td>
<td>1680<span> mm</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
### Best practices for maintaining cable drum quality
Even the best drums require proper handling to preserve their integrity. Here are a few tips to keep your cable drums in top condition:
- **Inspect regularly:** Check for any signs of wear, cracks, or loose components before use.
- **Store smartly:** Place drums on level, dry ground to prevent warping or moisture absorption.
- **Handle with care:** Train staff to use forklifts and other equipment properly to avoid accidental damage.
- **Rotate during storage:** Periodically rotating drums prevents deformation and maintains cable roundness.