Reel, large capacity, wide version of WD-3.
The WD3 and WD3S are large capacity reels that feature removable crank handles and pillow-block bearings for smooth cranking under heavy loads. The unique split reel design offers easy access to both ends of the cable without having to unspool the entire length.
You can consult the charts below to determine which reel best suits your needs. The first chart refers to reel capacity for different diameter cables. The second provides the outside diameter of Whirlwind multipair cables.
Capacities (ft) vs. Cable Size (Outside Diameter)
| Model |
.245" |
.375" |
.41" |
.45" |
.49" |
.58" |
.67" |
.80" |
.90" |
| WD1 |
6403 |
325 |
260 |
200 |
195 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| WD2 |
1640 |
795 |
660 |
530 |
510 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| WD3 |
2100 |
1015 |
885 |
685 |
600 |
425 |
340 |
245 |
180 |
| WD3S |
3675 |
1755 |
1545 |
1215 |
1030 |
760 |
595 |
405 |
305 |
| WD4 |
5715 |
2725 |
2390 |
1865 |
1605 |
1155 |
940 |
630 |
470 |
| WD4D |
4765 |
2265 |
1945 |
1560 |
1320 |
970 |
765 |
515 |
390 |
| WD5 |
- |
- |
- |
275 |
225 |
150 |
100 |
- |
- |
| WD6 |
500 |
225 |
200 |
150 |
125 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| WD7 |
- |
- |
750 |
600 |
500 |
350 |
250 |
180 |
- |
| WD8C |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
175 |
150 |
- |
- |
| MRLG |
1150 |
580 |
470 |
410 |
350 |
245 |
175 |
140 |
- |
| MRSM |
765 |
395 |
310 |
290 |
240 |
155 |
125 |
- |
- |
3Capacity of 25' microphone cables connected end to end is 500ft. due to quantity and thickness of XLR connectors.
All capacities based on neat coiling of cable on reel.
Multipair Cable Outside Dimensions:
| Whirlwind Cable |
Outside Dia. |
| 6-pair |
.375" |
| 9-pair |
.410" |
| 12-pair |
.450" |
| 16-pair |
.490" |
| 20-pair |
.580" |
| 28-pair |
.670" |
| 32-pair |
.70" |
| 42-pair |
.800" |
| 58-pair |
.900" |
| Accusonic +2 |
.245" |
1 inch = 25.4mm 
