240 volt electrical cable reel

[Nitpicker]

Does anyone make a reasonably priced 240 volt cable reel? I need to move a 240 cable to several temporary locations 60 feet(20 meters). A overhead reel would be a nice alternative but $700+ for one I found in a nautical application is not in the budget. Can a such heavy cable work on a reel? Brand name, web location, links, and reviews welcome.

 

[sberry]

What machines is it running? This makes a lot of difference. It may not need to be super heavy.

 

[Norcal]

Some of those cord reals have a very low ampere rating, but they are all expensive.

 

[Nitpicker]

Small Lincoln 180 dual voltage welder, plasma cutter, small forge, possibly woodworking planer and/or drum sander on my list.

 

[sberry]

There are a couple ways to do this but,,, ,,,, a real with a 10 wire is likely but could possibly be done with a 12 depending on the ocpd requirements of the other tools. Some ale limited to specific breakers,, especially if they come with factory cord and plug.

 

[Nitpicker]

Say I use 10Ga . Cannot machine plugs be switched out to a different plug mate? If not that, different configured adapters? For the reel, only one machine at a time in use.

 

[wyliesdiesels]

60' of fairly large cordage on a reel is gonna mean a really large reel.

Does it have to be on a reel?

Why not just drag the cord around the shop?

 

[Nitpicker]

Loose cable is an option. Not ideal, but would work. Trying to noodle this out. Maybe arranging equipment so wouldn't need all that length. Still like a reel (out of the way) idea if possible though.