BOARD-WINDER
 

 

 
This model of flat winder is easy to carry when travelling. It is strong and supports a rewind under moderate tension.
Do eights, or rewind 20 turns in one way and then 20 turns in the other way to avoid torsion of the wire and tangling.
To stop the line, draw a loop, and pass it over one ear.
 
The model B is longer, and more comfortable, but more bulky.
CONSTRUCTION   
 
Pattern:
 
Click on winder A ou sur winder B to display the drawings in pdf files. draw them on cardboard which will be used as drawing and cutting template.
 
Material:
1 rectangular shape of plywood 16mm, 19mm or 22mm thickness depending on the size of the line to wind up.

Fabrication

Drawing and cutting following the pattern.
Drill a hole Ø4mm
Smooth all edges with rasp and sanding finish.
 

Coating

Varnish, and let it dry hang through the hole.

 

LINE

Run the end of the line through the hole, and make a big knot to block it.
Wind it up.

  polyamid line

     
    Ø1,6 mm [600 m/kg]
    resistance 70 kg,
      about 300 m
     
    Ø2 mm [400 m/kg]
    resistance 120kg
    about 250 m
     
polyester line
 
Ø1.6 mm  [600m/kg]
resistance 90 kg
about 300 m