Patent ID: 7114426
Filing Date: 2006-10-03
Classification: D04C

Abstract:
1. A spindle for a braiding machine, comprising: a stem mounted on a base and that is configured to receive a reel of thread; a disc configured to be positioned under a reel of thread mounted on the stem and that rotates around said stem with the reel of thread; a lever mounted on the base and configured to control rotation of the disc on the stem; a pair of columns mounted on the base; a thread support-guide that slides on the columns, wherein a downward movement of the thread support guide will move the lever; a capsule mounted on the pair of columns; a rod coupled to the thread support-guide; a core coupled to the rod; a spring mounted inside the capsule and coupled to the core; and a collapsible and raisable part hingedly mounted on the capsule and that is configured to secure a top end of a reel of thread mounted on the stem, wherein said capsule includes an opening having dimensions that allow the spring to be inserted into and removed from the capsule through the opening.