spoelwiel

A spoelwiel, in Dutch, refers to a wheel that is used to wind material such as yarn, thread or wire onto a spool or bobbin. It functions as part of a winding mechanism and is designed to convert rotational motion into the process of winding, while helping to control tension and prevent tangling.

In construction, a spoelwiel is typically a circular wheel mounted on an axle, sometimes with flanges or a groove to guide and keep the winding material in place. It can be driven by belts, gears, or direct drive, and may be made from wood, metal or composite materials depending on the application. The design often aims to provide smooth rotation and reliable grip on the winding material to ensure an even, compact winding on the spool.

Spoelwielen are used in various sectors. In textile machinery, they appear in spinning frames, winding machines and looms where yarn is wound onto bobbins or spools. They also occur in sewing machines for winding bobbins, as well as in electrical and mechanical industries for winding wire, filament or other materials. The exact configuration—such as pulley size, speed, and tension control—depends on the material being wound and the required winding density.

Historically, spoelwielen were part of early mechanized winding systems in textile production, evolving from hand-operated devices to integrated components in industrial machines. Today, they remain a basic element in many winding and spooling processes, valued for their simplicity and efficiency in converting rotational motion into wound material. See also: wheel, pulley, spool, spindle.