Brennenstuhl Standard 25m Cable Reel

In-Depth Look

A cable reel takes 230V mains power from a socket to where the work is. How it is used matters as much as how it is made: unwind it fully under load, keep it dry and check it before use.

Cable and Capacity

The 25m H05VV-F 3G1.5 cable is a flexible mains cable with 1.5mm squared cores. Reels of this type are rated IP20, which means no protection against water, so use it indoors and keep it away from wet areas. Check how many sockets your model has, and do not chain extra adapters or extension leads off the reel.

Thermal Safety

Cable left wound on the drum under load cannot shed heat easily. The thermal cut-out interrupts the supply if the reel overheats, and it has a reset button. Always fully unwind the cable for the maximum rated load, and check the label for the lower rating that applies when the cable is wound.

Site Supplies

Many construction sites use 110V tools and leads. This is a 230V reel, so check what the site requires before bringing it.

Summary

The Brennenstuhl 25m cable reel is a 230V, IP20 indoor reel with H05VV-F 3G1.5 cable, a multi-socket outlet and a resettable thermal cut-out.

How It Compares

This Brennenstuhl reel carries 25m of H05VV-F 3G1.5 flexible cable, which has 1.5mm squared cores. It has a multi-socket outlet, so check how many sockets your model has. Thermal protection includes a safety cut-out and reset button. Reels of this type state a degree of protection of IP20, which means no protection against water.

The cable should be fully unwound before use under load, because a wound cable cannot lose heat well. Reels often state a lower maximum load when wound and a higher one when fully unwound, so look at the rating label. Avoid plugging extension leads into each other. If the cut-out trips, unplug, unwind fully, let it cool and press the reset button.

On construction sites, 110V centre-tapped supplies are the preferred option for portable tools, and any 230V equipment should be protected by a 30mA RCD. That is general guidance, so follow site rules. Other site kit includes the Festool CTM 26 dust extractor and the Stanley FatMax technician tool bag. See our guides on choosing site equipment and PPE and site safety compliance.

Common Questions

Do I need to unwind a cable reel fully? Yes, when drawing a load, because a wound cable cannot shed heat. Check the label for the wound and unwound ratings.

What does the thermal cut-out do, and what if it trips? It interrupts the power when the reel overheats. Unplug, unwind fully, let it cool and press reset.

What does IP20 mean? No protection against water. Keep the reel dry and do not use it in rain or standing water.

Can I use a 230V reel on a building site? Many sites require 110V for portable tools, and otherwise 30mA RCD protection. Follow the site rules and ask a competent person.

Can I plug in more than one power tool? Add up the load of the tools and compare it with the label.

How many sockets does it have? Reels of this type are listed with three or four sockets, so check how many sockets your model has. Avoid plugging extension leads into each other.

Why does the cable matter? The cable is H05VV-F 3G1.5, with 1.5mm squared cores. It is for dry use, since IP20 gives no protection against water.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a competent person where required.