Plastic Hollow Board Spool — PP Corrugated Wire Spools for Medium-Gauge Cable
PPBOXY’s Plastic Hollow Board Spool is a purpose-engineered wire packaging solution for medium-gauge cable applications — where lightweight handling, reliable protection, and cost efficiency matter most. Manufactured from high-strength Papan berongga PP, our spools combine the structural integrity of corrugated polypropylene with a design optimized for manual handling, flexible distribution, and export-ready performance.
What’s the difference between a spool and a reel? In simple terms: spools are designed for medium-gauge wire (typically 3-24 inches in diameter), manual handling, and distribution scenarios. Reels are built for larger, heavier cable loads requiring forklift or crane handling. If you’re looking for plastic winding reels for larger industrial applications, we manufacture those too — but for most wire distribution, wholesale, and light manufacturing needs, our hollow board spool is the smarter, more economical choice.
Product Specifications
Standard Sizes & Dimensions
Our plastic hollow board spools are fully customizable. Standard reference dimensions include:
| Spesifikasi |
Standard Range |
Custom Options |
| Flange Diameter |
100mm – 600mm (4–24″) |
Up to 800mm |
| Core Diameter |
30mm – 150mm |
Custom |
| Traverse Width |
50mm – 400mm |
Custom |
| Board Thickness |
2mm – 6mm |
Up to 8mm (reinforced) |
| Overall Weight |
0.3kg – 4kg |
Material-dependent |
| Load Capacity |
Up to 25kg |
Reinforced up to 40kg |
Material Composition
| Parameter |
Spesifikasi |
| Base Material |
PP (Polypropylene) Hollow Board / Corrugated Plastic Sheet |
| Material Grade |
Virgin PP or Recycled PP (customer-specified) |
| Density |
0.90 – 0.92 g/cm³ |
| Color |
Any color via masterbatch (standard: White, Black, Blue, Grey) |
| Kemasan Permukaan |
Smooth, matte finish — ideal for printing |
| UV Stabilization |
Available (outdoor / long-term storage) |
| Anti-Static Treatment |
Available (electronics industry) |
| Flame Retardant |
V-2 / V-0 grade (upon request) |
| Recycling Content |
Up to 100% post-industrial recycled PP available |
| Temperature Range |
-20°C to +80°C continuous use |
| Moisture Absorption |
<0.01% (virtually zero) |
| Export Compliance |
ISPM 15 exempt — no fumigation required |
Spool vs Reel — What’s the Difference?
Understanding the difference between a spool and a reel helps you choose the right packaging for your wire products. Here’s how they compare:
| Ciri |
Plastic Hollow Board Spool |
Plastic Winding Reel |
| Diameter Range |
4–24 inches (100–600mm) |
8–48 inches (200–1200mm) |
| Target Wire Gauge |
Medium-gauge |
Medium to heavy-gauge |
| Handling Method |
Manual handling |
Forklift / crane / mechanical |
| Typical Weight (Empty) |
0.3–4 kg |
0.5–8 kg |
| Load Capacity |
Up to 25kg (std) |
Up to 50kg (std) |
| Yang terbaik untuk |
Distribution, wholesale, light manufacturing |
Continuous production lines, heavy cable, export |
| Foldable Option |
✅ Yes — up to 60% space saving |
✅ Ya |
| Custom Color/Print |
✅ Ya |
✅ Ya |
| Related PPBOXY Page |
(This page) |
Plastic Winding Reel → |
When to choose a spool: You’re packaging medium-gauge wire for distribution. Your team handles spools manually. You need flexible, lightweight packaging that’s easy to ship and store. You want custom branding on every spool.
When to choose a reel: You’re running continuous production lines. Your cable loads exceed 25kg. You need forklift-compatible packaging. You’re exporting heavy industrial cable.
Key Features of PP Hollow Board Spools
Lightweight — 50% Less Than Wood Spools
Our PP hollow board spools weigh approximately half as much as equivalent wood spools. This means:
- Lower shipping costs on every order
- Reduced workplace injury risk from manual handling
- More spools per shipping container
- Faster loading and unloading
Waterproof & Weather-Resistant
Unlike wood spools that absorb moisture and cardboard spools that disintegrate in humidity, PP hollow board is naturally waterproof. Our spools maintain structural integrity in tropical shipping conditions, unconditioned warehouses, and outdoor storage environments — no warping, no mold, no degradation.
High Impact Resistance & Cushioning
The corrugated structure of PP corrugated sheets provides exceptional impact absorption and vibration dampening. Your wires stay protected from physical stress during transit — whether they’re bouncing across a loading dock or riding in a shipping container for weeks.
Smooth Surface — Zero Wire Damage
The consistently smooth surface of PP hollow board eliminates the risk of wire snagging, kinking, or abrasion. Unlike wood spools that can develop splinters, rough edges, and nail head protrusions, our plastic spools maintain a flawless contact surface throughout their service life.
No Fumigation Required for Export
Wood packaging materials require ISPM 15 heat treatment or fumigation for international shipping. PP hollow board spools are ISPM 15 exempt — saving you time, paperwork, and fumigation costs on every export shipment. Combined with their lightweight design, this makes our spools the ideal choice for wire exporters.
Industry Applications
Wire & Cable Distribution
For electrical wholesalers and cable distributors, our spools deliver clean, professional wire presentation that enhances your brand. Custom color options allow instant visual identification — blue for 14-gauge, red for 12-gauge, etc. Lightweight construction makes shelf stocking and customer handoff effortless.
Automotive Wire Harness Manufacturing
In automotive wire harness production, clean payoff is critical. Our spools’ smooth surface prevents wire kinking, while anti-static treatment options ensure safe handling of sensitive electronic wiring. The lightweight design integrates easily into manual assembly workstations.
Electronics & Appliance Manufacturing
For electronics manufacturers using fine to medium-gauge wires, our spools deliver the precision and protection needed. The anti-static and flame-retardant options meet stringent electronics industry requirements. Custom sizes fit directly into your existing winding and feeding equipment.
Textile & Rope Spooling
Beyond wire, our PP hollow board spools excel at textile filament, industrial rope, monofilament, and twine applications. The smooth surface prevents fiber snagging. Lightweight construction simplifies handling on production floors. For broader industrial packaging needs, explore our industrial packaging solutions.
Customization Options
Custom Colors & Branding
Thanks to the masterbatch pigmentation process used in Papan berongga PP manufacturing, we can produce spools in any Pantone-matched color. Match your corporate identity, color-code by wire gauge, or create high-visibility safety spools — unlimited possibilities.
Custom Sizes for Specific Wire Gauges
Every wire product has unique packaging requirements. We manufacture spools to your exact specifications:
- Flange diameters optimized for your wire coil dimensions
- Core diameters matching your winding equipment
- Traverse widths calculated for optimal wire lay
- Reinforced hubs for heavier-than-standard loads
Logo Printing & Labeling
The smooth, matte surface of PP hollow board is ideal for printing. Add your company logo, product specifications, barcodes, handling instructions, or QR codes directly to the spool surface. Screen printing and hot-stamping options available in single or multiple colors.
Foldable Design for Return Shipping
For closed-loop supply chains, we offer an optional foldable/knock-down design. Empty spools can be collapsed to reduce return shipping volume by up to 60% — dramatically cutting your reverse logistics costs. For other custom packaging needs, see our custom plastic shipping containers.
Soalan Lazim
What sizes of plastic hollow board spools does PPBOXY offer?
Standard flange diameters range from 100mm to 600mm (4–24 inches), with core diameters from 30mm to 150mm and traverse widths from 50mm to 400mm. Custom sizes beyond these ranges are available. Contact us with your specifications.
What’s the difference between a spool and a winding reel?
Spools are designed for medium-gauge wire, manual handling, and distribution — typically 4–24 inches in diameter. Reels are larger, support heavier loads, and require mechanical handling. If you need larger industrial reels, see our plastic winding reels.
How much weight can a PP hollow board spool hold?
Standard configurations support loads up to 25kg. Reinforced designs with thicker flanges can handle up to 40kg. Let us know your load requirements for a tailored solution.
Are these spools suitable for international export?
Yes — and they’re ideal for export. PP hollow board spools are ISPM 15 exempt (no fumigation required), waterproof, and significantly lighter than wood — reducing both compliance costs and freight charges on international shipments.
Can I order spools in my company’s brand colors?
Absolutely. We use masterbatch pigmentation to match any Pantone color. Whether for brand consistency or color-coding by wire type, we deliver exact color matches on every order.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
We have no fixed MOQ. Whether it’s a few pieces for testing or thousands for bulk production, we’re equipped to handle orders of any size.
Can the spools be folded flat for storage and return shipping?
Yes. Our optional foldable design reduces storage and return shipping volume by up to 60%. This is especially valuable for closed-loop supply chains where empty spools are returned for reuse.
Are PP hollow board spools recyclable?
Yes — 100% recyclable. At end of life, spools can be ground, pelletized, and remanufactured into new PP products. We also offer spools made from post-industrial recycled PP for customers pursuing circular economy goals.
What is your typical production lead time?
Standard sizes and colors ship in 7–15 business days. Custom designs require 15–25 business days. Rush orders can often be accommodated — please inquire.
Do you provide samples before bulk production?
Yes. We provide standard-size samples for evaluation. For custom designs, we can produce a pre-production sample before committing to full production. Sample shipping costs are typically covered by the customer.
