Abstract: This invention relates to a spool for video cassettes comprising at least one flange which is raised from or deposited onto the base of the cassette against the force of a spring. The spool has a hollow-cylindrical projection (11) which is open to the outside, in the center of the top of the spool hub, in which projection (11) a spherical body (12) of abrasion-proof plastics material is clamped, for example, polyoxymethylene. The spherical cap protruding from the projection protrudes beyond other pins (10) which are optionally moulded on the surface. The spool itself is made of a different, plastics material of less hardness compared with that of the spherical body.

Abstract: In order to avoid blocking of the tape travel in a compact cassette deriving from loop formation, an oblique rib is provided between tape cavity and idler roller. The rib ends in close vicinity of the side walls of the cassette leaving only a narrow passage between its free end and the side wall for the tape travel.