(under subclass 600) Subject matter wherein particular significance is attributed to a rim projecting radially from a central material bearing portion of the spool to restrain
or protect the wound material.
(1) Note. Flange features designed for axial adjustment of the winding surface, to receive and retain an end of the wound material, or to separate individual coil layers or winding surfaces are provided for earlier.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
578+, for an adjustable spool that may involve a significant flange.
602.3, for a grooved spool flange for receiving web material.