Patent ID: 6345781
Filing Date: 2002-02-12
Classification: B65H

Abstract:
A self-adjusting payoff comprising:A) a frame; and B) a pivoting spool mounted in said frame and comprising: 1) an axle having opposing extremities; 2) threaded portions proximate each of said opposing extremities; 3) adjustment wheels having interior threads rotatably engaging said threaded portions and including axial extensions incorporating an annular groove; 4) a pair of annular collars slideably about said axle intermediate said adjustment wheels and including tabs that engage said annular grooves; 5) at least three arm pairs having opposing ends extending radially from and attached rotatably to said annular collars at one of said opposing ends; and 6) at least three coil supports rotatably attached to the other of said opposing ends thereby joining each of said arm pairs.