Deploy Up to 2,900m of Cable Anywhere
Rugged cable management systems built for the toughest conditions. Whether you're working on remote job sites, conducting underwater operations, or managing emergency response deployments, our portable reels deliver dependable performance in any environment.
Our PCR Models
Our Portable Cable Reels come in three sizes and two configurations. Each size is available as a base model (10 series) or with a rotary joint for active deployment (20 series). Both configurations use the same rugged Pelican™ case and hold the same cable capacity.
(150m of 6mm cable)
(360m of 6mm cable)
(640m of 6mm cable)
Applications
From underwater exploration to aerial surveillance, PCRs deliver reliable cable management in demanding environments where traditional solutions fail.
Remote Vehicles
Maintain stable power and data transmission to vehicles operating in extreme conditions.
- ROVs (Underwater Vehicles)
- Terrestrial Vehicles (UGVs)
- Pipe Crawlers and Tank Inspection
- Side Scan Sonar/Sub Bottom Profilers
- Towed Oceanographic Systems
- Semi AUVs
Mobile & Field Use
Enable rapid deployment and strike wherever portable, organized cable management is essential.
- Power Delivery
- Antenna Deployment
- Video Production
- Mine and Tunnel Communications
Surveillance & Remote Monitoring
Support extended operations with reliable cable systems for continuous monitoring and communication.
- Remote Sensors & Cameras
- Tethered Drones & Aerostats (UAVs)
- Drop Cameras and Sensors
- Communication Systems
Key Features
Built for demanding industrial and field applications with attention to durability and ease of use.
Sizing & Selection
Use our calculator for personalized recommendations or browse the capacity charts
PCR Size Calculator
English Units
Cable capacity for 3 sizes of Portable Cable Reels in English units
Metric Units
Cable capacity for 3 sizes of Portable Cable Reels in metric units
Product Data Sheets
View detailed specifications, dimensions, and technical information for each PCR model.
Storage Reels
Simple, rugged reels designed for cable storage and transport without rotary connections.
Dynamic Reels
Advanced reels with integrated rotary joints enabling continuous power and data transmission during deployment.
PCR Walkthroughs
Essential video guides for PCR setup, loading, deployment, and cable management. Get up and running quickly with visual demonstrations.
Plant Your Feet
Deploy Cable
Get Loaded
Slow It Down
Anatomy of Dynamic Reels
Dynamic reels are rotary joint-equipped units that pass electrical or optical signals while the cable drum is rotating without the cable twisting.
With Inline Circular Connectors (on the Drum-Face)
With Junction Box
What's a Rotary Joint?
There are two families of PCRs: dynamic reels with rotary joints and storage-only reels without rotary joints. Two common examples employing a rotary joint are the ubiquitous plastic garden hose reel and airhose drum reel found at automotive service centers. In these examples, rotary joints allow the hose to be wound or unwound on the drum while fluid or air is flowing. Our rotary joints pass electrical and/or optical signals through electrical and fiber optic cables while the storage drum rotates without the cable twisting. Signals can be up to 600 volts, low or high current, RF band, serial data, 100BaseT or Gigabit Ethernet, or even single or multimode fiber optic. Units are supplied with virtually any available connector set if they fit inside the ruggedized case.
How do you decide which type? Simple. If it's feasible to deploy (pull out) the working cable before connecting the stationary end of the cable reel, you don't need a rotary joint and should consider a storage-only reel. You'll save money and receive the cable reel sooner. However, specify a PCR with a rotary joint if you need both ends of the cable connected and signal and/or power flowing while the drum rotates. The last two digits of the model number tell the story: 10 = without rotary joint and 20 = with rotary joint.
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