Abstract: A spindle for a braiding machine includes a stem mounted on a base, a disc on the stem, and a reel of thread mounted on the step atop the disc. A thread guide is mounted on two columns adjacent the stem. A capsule mounted on the top of the columns includes a spring that biases the thread guide downward. The capsule includes an opening which is large enough such that the spring can be inserted into and removed from the opening in the capsule. A washer can be included between the base and the disc to reduce wear to the base and the disc. Also, a single piece reel head may be mounted on the top of a reel of thread.

Abstract: The invention relates to a spindle for a braiding machine. The inventive spindle comprises a spindle base, a shaft on which a spool of yarn is mounted, a plate which can rotate around the aforementioned shaft and a yarn guide support. Said yarn guide slides along columns (13) which are used so support a tube or case (12). Moreover, a part (11) which can be lowered and raised is articulated to the upper end of the aforementioned tube in order to secure the upper base of the spool. A spring (16) comprising an inner core is disposed inside the tube and is used to control the rise and fall of the yarn guide support by means of a link (18), the end of which meets said core. In turn, the yarn guide support actuates a lever and releases the above-mentioned plate using a tensioning wire.