Abstract: This invention is a safeguard mechanism that protects a person from unauthorized examination of his/her account or identification number displayed on cards and documents. When the invention is utilized, the number displayed on the card or document is created by a cryptogram system. Hence, the embossed or imprinted numeric array displayed on the card or document is not representing a logical or functional number. However, the invention allows the cardholder to easily decode the numeric array displayed on the card, and read the correct account or identification number. Moreover, the invention allows the user to modify the account or identification number with alphabetical characters and link these characters to the period when the card is utilized. Thus, the card or document can only be used if the person assigns the correct alphabetical character for the particular time segment.

Abstract: The pattern printed sheet 1 of the present invention includes a substrate 2 and a non-visible light-reflective transparent pattern 3 printed on a surface of the substrate, wherein an ink for forming the transparent pattern 3 contains a non-visible light-reflective material capable of selectively reflecting a light having a wavelength in a non-visible light range, and the transparent pattern 3 printed on the surface of the substrate 2 has a multilayer structure in section which is repeated at predetermined intervals as observed by a scanning electron microscope, and reflects only a circular polarization component in a predetermined rotation direction relative to an incident light applied thereto.

Abstract: An embedded electronic device and a method for manufacturing the same wherein the embedded electronic device is composed of a printed circuit board, having a top surface and a bottom surface, a plurality of circuit components attached to the top surface of the printed circuit board having a plurality of standoffs on the bottom surface of the printed circuit board, a bottom overlay attached to the bottom surface of the printed circuit board, a top overlay positioned above the top surface of the printed circuit board and a core layer positioned between the top surface of the printed circuit board and the top overlay.

Abstract: Interactive transaction card structures and methods are disclosed which configure and arrange card elements (e.g., contacts, keypads, displays, memories, and microprocessors) to facilitate substantial expansion of the transactions available with conventional cards.

Abstract: A memory card includes a first end and a second end. The first end of the memory card is sized to couple with a coupling opening of a USB socket. A USB interface and a read/write interface are provided on the first end of the memory card. The USB interface includes a plurality of first contacts. The read/write interface includes a plurality of second contacts that are aligned with the first contacts. The first contacts and the second contacts are alternately disposed. The memory card can be inserted into an adaptor so as to be converted into another memory card of another type.

Abstract: The card (1), such as a credit card or other similar card, comprises at least a RFID chip module (3) and an antenna (4). The antenna (4) is interrupted in an interruption zone with two separated contact ends (5?,5?) and a contacting material (10) is placed in said interruption zone in order to enable a contact between said two separated ends (5?,5?). Said contacting material (10) becomes conductive under pressure so that the antenna is functional only when the contacting material (10) is put under pressure by a user.

Abstract: A stored-value card includes an electrical assembly and a housing. The electrical assembly is configured to store an audio file and includes a light and a speaker. The housing encloses the electrical assembly and includes an account identifier signifying an account or record linked to the stored-value card and an activation area. The activation area and the electrical assembly are adapted such that user interaction with the activation area causes the electrical assembly to both play the audio file via the speaker and illuminate the light to collectively provide an audio and visual presentation to a user. Stored-value card assemblies, methods of promoting sales of stored-value cards, methods, of using a stored-value card and other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method cleans at least a region of a document to remove amino-functional group release agents from the region cleaned. Then, processed data can be recorded in the cleaned region using a MICR encoder without encountering problems with the amino-functional group release agents.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a thermostatic mixer, including a device for the dynamic regulation of the cold water flow which supplies the mixer. A resistance is generated to the flow of cold water supplied to the thermostatic mixer when small flows of mixed water are required, and said resistance is lifted or reduced when large flows of mixed water are required. Said operation is automatically carried out by devices for dynamic regulation of flow, whereby the flow cross-section provided for the incoming cold water is reduced when the drawn flow is reduced and a larger flow cross-section reestablished when a larger flow is required.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for taking showers at alternating temperatures. The device is used with a delivery pipe for one or several shower heads, a hot water pipe that is connected to the outlet of a thermostatic mixer, and a cold water pipe which is connected to a water pipe. The device includes a switching means regarding the hot water pipe and the cold water pipe. The switching means is provided with a first control means and a second control means, both of which can be moved into two positions in such a way that the second control means is in a first position when the first control means does not connect the delivery pipe to the cold water pipe while the second control means is in a second position when the first control means connects the delivery pipe to the cold water pipe.

Abstract: A thermostat for an internal combustion engine. The thermostat includes a tube type bypass valve member; a spring to keep said valve member in a closed position and a temperature sensitive actuator to move said valve member to an open position. A flow control element is provided to control a flow of fluid past said valve member as said valve member opens to prevent a sudden cooling of the engine after the engine has already reached an initial warm condition. In one embodiment a safety catch is also provided to prevent the valve from closing even if an over-temperature event damages it.

Abstract: An HVAC unit ventilator, particularly suited for schools and hotels, includes a single damper blade driven directly by a motor to control a supply air's mixture of return air and outside air. The damper blade is selectively pivotal to a full outside air position, a full return air position, and various intermediate mixed-air positions. The damper blade has flexible edge and end seals that create little if any frictional drag as the damper blade pivots to the intermediate positions, yet the seals provide a positive, tight seal when the damper stops at either the full outside air position or the full return air position. The unit ventilator includes a filter frame that not only supports an air filter but also provides the damper blade with sealing surfaces and structural support. For rigidity, the damper blade has somewhat of a box-like structure that is bi-directionally reinforced by ribs and triangular gussets.

Abstract: A thermostatic valve incorporated within a plumbing system for regulating the flow of fluid. The thermostatic valve includes two valve assemblies operatively cooperating to preclude the flow of scalding water. The first valve assembly and second valve assembly respond to different fluid temperatures, as well as, over separate periods of time. The thermostatic valve can be incorporated in an “end-line” device such as a showerhead or faucet assemblies to create an “anti-scaled” plumbing fixture. The invention includes a valve housing having a first compartment and a second compartment, a fluid passageway, a first valve assembly, a second valve assembly, a first spring, a first stopper, a first flange, a first thermostatic cylinder, a second spring, a second stopper, a second flange, a second thermostatic cylinder, and a third spring.

Abstract: A thermostat for an internal combustion engine. The thermostat includes a tube type bypass valve member; a spring to keep said valve member in a closed position and a temperature sensitive actuator to move said valve member to an open position. A flow control element is provided to control a flow of fluid past said valve member as said valve member opens to prevent a sudden cooling of the engine after the engine has already reached an initial warm condition.

Abstract: Apparatus and methodology by which used and discarded end cracked wooden railroad ties are reclaimed so as to close the end cracks allowing long term use of the reclaimed tie to support rails of a railroad.

Abstract: A rubber or elastomer laminate comprising a plurality of layers that can be vulcanized or crosslinked, wherein at least one of the layers includes a blowing agent. During vulcanization the layer containing the blowing agent expands to form a closed cell foam rubber layer. In a preferred embodiment, the closed cell foam rubber is interposed between two layers free or substantially free of a blowing agent. Composites, including the laminate, and preferably a metal article, most preferably a rail for use in an electric transit system, are formed by bonding the laminate to the metal article using a suitable bonding agent such as a rubber to metal adhesive. In a preferred embodiment, the unvulcanized laminate is applied or connected to the metal article prior to vulcanization. Rubber clad rail assemblies having a closed cell rubber foam layer and methods for preparing the same are disclosed.

Abstract: Thermal foggers may include two or more feed inlets for introducing multiple feed streams to a thermal fogger aerosol generation zone such that the feeds may be introduced at different temperatures. Alternatives also include thermal foggers having multiple barrels such that different chemicals may be aerosolized in different aerosol generation zones to produce multiple aerosols which may be combined and applied to agricultural products, produce, or other surfaces or volumes, and thermal foggers including inlets for injecting non-combustible gases or liquids.

Abstract: An adjustable nozzle comprising a nozzle body with an inlet, an outlet, and a passageway having a smooth bore extending between the inlet and the outlet. The passageway has an inner dimension transverse to the central axis of the nozzle and a compressible wall wherein the inner dimension is adjustable to adjust the flow rate through the nozzle.

Abstract: A passive dispensing device for a liquid active material includes an upper housing portion for receiving a container for holding and dispensing a liquid active material, wherein the upper housing portion includes an interior cavity and wherein the container includes a wick extending from inside the container to an area outside the container. The device further includes a lower housing portion that extends downwardly from the upper housing portion, wherein the lower housing portion defines a recess between the upper and lower housing portions and includes first and second legs that extend downwardly from the upper housing portion and outwardly from the recess.

Abstract: A device adapted to disseminate a volatile liquid, such as a fragrance, into an atmosphere comprises a reservoir (1) containing the liquid (6) and a capillary means (8) for conveying the liquid from the reservoir to the atmosphere. The reservoir has an upper orifice (2) into which the capillary means fits loosely. This orifice is in liquid-tight contact with a tubular member (3), which extends downwards into the reservoir, the tubular member and reservoir being proportioned such as to define a liquid-retaining volume regardless of the orientation of the device. The liquid is preferably introduced by means of a sealed cartridge (5), which may be supplied separately or as an integral part of the device. The device allows the use of a wide variety of capillary means and has the advantage of being spillproof.

Abstract: An apparatus for the dissemination of volatile liquid into an atmosphere comprises a reservoir containing the liquid, and a porous evaporative member that extends from the liquid into the atmosphere, the reservoir being directly open to the atmosphere only by a pressure equalisation vent, which vent is equipped with closing means that obstructs the vent to an increasing degree with increasing atmosphere temperature, optionally closing it completely. The apparatus thus reduces considerably the excessive loss of fragrance encountered in atmospheres that can get very hot, for example, automobile interiors.

Abstract: An individually controlled sprinkler system includes a water source providing water at a suitable pressure for a sprinkler system. A piping system including at least two sprinkler heads is connected to the water source at locations remote from the water source. Each of the sprinkler heads has an electrically controllable valving system. A microprocessor control system is electrically connected to each of the sprinkler heads. The control system is programmable and provides controllable input signals to the sprinkler heads allowing an individually adjusted flow to be produced by each sprinkler head. The control system also provides programmed input signals to lighting fixtures. The sprinkler heads and lighting fixtures are connected to the control system with wires or using a radio frequency transmitter connected to the control system and suitable receivers connected to the sprinkler heads and lighting fixtures. The control system is accessed remotely over a network or telephone system.

Abstract: A micro-pump used for atomizing liquid is provided. The micro-pump includes a main-housing, a nozzle plate, and at least one actuator. The main-housing has a liquid inlet. The nozzle plate is assembled to the main-housing and has at least one nozzle. A first chamber is formed between the main-housing and the nozzle plate, and the nozzle and the liquid inlet are communicated with the first chamber. The actuator is disposed on the main-housing and/or the nozzle plate. The actuator drives the nozzle plate, so that liquid is filled into the first chamber and sprayed out through the nozzle. A micro-pump system can be formed by many micro-pumps.

Abstract: A hydraulic reservoir arrangement supported on a self-propelled agricultural applicator is provided. The hydraulic reservoir arrangement includes a tank that is preassembled so as to define an enclosed cavity configured to receive a hydraulic fluid flow. The tank includes an opening at an uppermost surface. The arrangement further includes a return conduit that is generally linear and vertically aligned along its entire length. An angled fitting is connected at an uppermost end of the return conduit. The opposite lowermost end of the return conduit passes through the opening of the uppermost surface and extends into the cavity of the tank. Only a weld connection at an outer surface of the tank attaches the return conduit at the tank.

Abstract: Dosing structure (30) is provided for supplying diesel fuel to an exhaust passage (12) of a diesel system. The dosing structure includes an electrically operated dosing valve (32) constructed and arranged to receive a supply of diesel fuel and to deliver the fuel to the exhaust passage. A water jacket (34) surrounds at least a portion of the dosing valve so as to provide direct water-cooling of the dosing valve. The dosing valve is preferably an electrically controlled fuel injector.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved structure of a sprinkler. The invention has a water storage space inside the sprinkler base, so that the water flows into the sprinkler base through water pipe connector. The water fills up the water storage space first and then flows into the sprinkler unit. The sprinkler base is weighed down with water without having other blocks to secure it. The invention not only saves cost but also secures the base as well, which makes it more practical.

Abstract: A liquid chemical dispenser for an irrigation system comprises a removable supply container for the chemical which, in a first embodiment, comprises a valve for preventing spillage of the chemical during attachment of the container to the dispenser. This feature allows the container to be mounted in an inverted position on the dispenser without loss of its contents. In a second embodiment, the chemical container comprises a membrane which is pierced by a dip tube when the container is attached to the dispenser. A section of the dip tube produces an annular vent passage in the membrane around the dip tube to provide vacuum relief. The configuration of the containers substantially reduces the chance of inadvertent contact with the contents and the simple design permits the containers to be disposable.

Abstract: A full cone liquid spray nozzle is provided. The spray nozzle includes a nozzle body having a discharge orifice at a downstream end and an inlet at an upstream end for connection to a liquid supply. A liquid flow passageway extends through the nozzle body communicating between the inlet and the discharge orifice. A vane is disposed in the liquid flow passageway upstream of the discharge orifice. The vane has a plurality of V-shaped passageways therein. Each V-shaped passageway extends inward at an angle with respect to a longitudinal axis of the vane between an upstream face and downstream face of the vane. A whirl and mixing chamber defined by the liquid flow passageway is arranged between the vane and the discharge orifice.

Abstract: A process for cost-effectively and rapidly insulating a desired surface with spray foam insulation is described which includes the application of a polyurethane foam dispensed through heated conduits into a dispensing gun having a nozzle with essentially planar divergent lips having a triangular prism opening, the lips of the nozzle diverging at an angle of between about 5 and 35° inclusive, more preferably between 8 to 15° inclusive, most preferably 10 to 12° inclusive, thereby achieving application rates which are in excess of 70 Ft2/min, and optimally in excess of 100 Ft2/min.

Abstract: A fuel injection valve, having an outer valve needle cooperating with a valve seat for opening and closing at least one outer injection opening, an inner valve needle disposed in the outer valve needle and cooperating with the valve seat for opening and closing at least one inner injection opening. The fuel pressure in a control chamber that can be filled with fuel under pressure acts on the outer valve needle and the inner valve needle in such a way that a closing force in the direction of the valve seat is exerted on the inner valve needle and the outer valve needle. An inner pressure face disposed on the inner valve needle and a shoulder is disposed on the outer valve needle, which each, on being subjected to pressure, exert a hydraulic opening force, oriented counter to the closing force, on the inner valve needle and the outer valve needle.

Abstract: A fluid injector has a housing, an actuator unit and a valve body (2). The valve body (2) has a needle (22), which closes or opens a nozzle (213) depending on its position and comprises a guided zone (221). It further has a first part (21), which is arranged in a fixed position relative to the nozzle (213) and has a guided zone (215). It further has a second part (24), which has a first guide zone (242), that guides the guided zone (221) of the needle (22), and which has a second guide zone (243), that guides the guided zone (215) of the first part (21), with the second guide zone (242) having a greater diameter than the first guide zone (242).

Abstract: Disclosed is a fuel injection nozzle assembly comprising a poppet type valve assembly capable of producing a circumferential spray pattern. The fuel injection nozzle assembly includes a nozzle body defining a valve outlet into which is fitted a needle valve having a flanged portion extending from the nozzle body. The flanged portion opens and closes the valve outlet as the needle valve travels up and down the nozzle body as dictated by the fuel pressure within the nozzle body. The flanged portion may further direct the fuel spray into a combustion chamber.

Abstract: Adjustable nozzles are disclosed. Nozzles of the present invention include an adjustable component for controlling the water flow through the nozzle. Instead of disassembling the nozzle, a tool may be used to adjust the adjustable component. For example, the adjustable component may be adjusted longitudinally with respect to the axis of the nozzle or rotationally using the tool, thereby increasing or decreasing the volume, velocity and distance of the water stream exiting the nozzle.

Abstract: A body (100) for a nozzle arrangement includes two parts (106, 107) that can be assembled together to form at least part of the body. Each of the parts has an abutment surface (108, 109) adapted to contact a corresponding abutment surface (108, 109) on the other of said parts when the parts are assembled. The parts also have corresponding formations (110, 111) that co-operate to define between them an outlet (102) and at least a portion of an internal passageway (103) connecting the outlet to an inlet (101) when the parts are assembled. A first of said parts (106) comprises at least one filter projection (104) extending towards a second of said parts (107). The second of said parts (107) has at least ane filter formation (103a) that co-operates with the least owe filter projection (104) to form a filter in the passageway. The at least one filter formation may be a recess (103a) or may be one of more projections extending from the second part towards the first part.

Abstract: Disclosed is an electrostatic spraying device (10) which has a spray cartridge (15), a power supply (16), and a controller (17). In the spray cartridge (15), a nozzle unit (30) is mounted to the lower part of a solution tank (20). The tip of a spray nozzle (31) of the nozzle unit (30) is situated below a liquid level (51) in the solution tank (20). There is a head difference between the tip of the spray nozzle (31) and the liquid level (51) in the solution tank (20), which head difference causes water solution in the solution tank (20) to be supplied into the spray nozzle (31). Upon application of a voltage to the spray nozzle (31) from the power supply (16), the water solution is sprayed from the tip of the spray nozzle (31).

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a rotary atomizing head that paint supplied to an inner peripheral surface is spread on the inner peripheral surface uniformly so as to improve the quality of coating and to lengthen the life of the rotary atomizing head. An inner peripheral surface 67 diametrically expanded from the center of the rotary atomizing head to a peripheral edge 61b is formed and centrifugal force generated by the rotation is applied on the paint supplied to the inner peripheral surface 67 so as to discharge the paint outside atomizingly. A step part 68 is formed at the middle portion of the inner peripheral surface 67 between paint supply holes 65d, supplying paint or solvent to the inner peripheral surface 67, and the peripheral edge 61b of the inner peripheral surface 67.

Abstract: A manually operable device and a method for separating solid waste materials from liquid to be disposed of through a drain, and for reducing the size of pieces of such solid waste materials for more efficient disposal through the drain. A size reduction assembly is manually movable with respect to a stationary body and may include perforated material for catching solid material from a liquid flowing into the drain, and at least one cutting or ripping or abrasion component for reducing the size of pieces of the solid material into smaller pieces that may then pass downward through the drain. In some embodiments the size reduction assembly may be driven downward by pressure from a hand or foot. The reduced-size pieces of material are flushed from the device by liquid draining through the device.

Abstract: A shredder having a safety feature(s) that reduces potential safety hazards.

Abstract: A garbage disposal is prevented from being driven continuously in a condition where it is overloaded. A control section monitors a current value signal output from the current detection circuit that detects a current flowing through a motor and controls the motor to revolve inversely, if having detected a current not less than a predetermined overcurrent detection threshold value when a period of time when the overcurrent is detected reaches a predetermined period of overcurrent detection setting time. If the number of times of reverse revolution of the motor based on the overcurrent detection reaches a predetermined number of times of the reverse revolution, the motor stops.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of processing Chinese kaolin involving providing Chinese kaolin having a desired powder size, delaminating the Chinese kaolin, pulverizing the delaminated Chinese kaolin at least two times, and heating the at least twice pulverized Chinese kaolin. Also disclosed are systems for automated processing of Chinese kaolin containing a pulverizer for pulverizing Chinese kaolin, a tester for testing and generating data of at least one parameter of the Chinese kaolin or at least one parameter of the pulverizer, a controller, operatively coupled to the pulverizer and the tester, for controlling operation of the pulverizer based on data received from the tester.

Abstract: A granulator mill has a mill housing which has an openable part and a fixed part, and an infeed hopper; the fixed part includes a rotor with a number of blades which co-operate with fixed blades in the mill housing; the openable part has a discharge section which is discrete from the interior of the mill housing by means of a grid which surrounds approximately 160° of the rotor and extends in beneath it; where the fixed part and the openable part are connected to one another by the intermediary of a pivot device with a vertical pivot axis and the end of the openable part facing away from the pivot axis is fixedly lockable in the fixed part at the journal box of the rotor and is centered there by a guide surface at the journal box and a guide surface on the openable part, the openable part is thus horizontally pivotal and may be opened manually; the infeed hopper is vertically pivotal about a horizontal axis and opened by means of a motor, where the infeed hopper and the openable part have mutually engaging lo

Abstract: Bale processing apparatus is disclosed which includes an elongated bed for supporting a bale of forage to be processed. Cutting blades are carried on transverse shafts at one end of the apparatus, and a conveyer advances the bale along the bed toward the cutting blades. Cut forage material is dispensed laterally outward from the bed either to the right side or to the left side, as desired. The position of the transverse shafts and the location of the cutting knives can be changed without having to disassemble the apparatus.

Abstract: A bowl mill for a coal pulverizer with an air mill for primary entry of air, comprising a substantially closed separator body (2) having a central axis; and a bowl-like grinding table (3) mounted on a shaft (4) rotatable about said central axis, cooperating with a plurality of grinding rolls (6). The airmill is provided with multiple entry openings (17?,17?; 18?, 18?; 21, 25) on the outer wall of the air mill for multiple entry of hot primary air from the inlets, resulting in better uniformity in air flow around the air mil section and for minimizing formation of eddies and vortices. As a variation of the multiple entry double entry openings can be arranged for entry of hot primary air.

Abstract: A reel includes a bottomed circular cylinder-shaped hub around which recording tape is wound, a first flange that is integrally disposed at an open side of the hub and holds one width direction end portion of the recording tape, a second flange that is disposed at a bottom wall side of the hub and holds the other width direction end portion of the recording tape, and a reel plate that is disposed at the second flange and is attracted by magnetic force to a rotating shaft of a drive device. An attachment portion disposed at, so as to project from, the bottom wall of the hub is inserted through through holes disposed in the second flange and the reel plate and caulked, whereby the second flange and the reel plate are attached to the hub.

Abstract: A resin ring is integrally formed on an outer peripheral face of a metal ring to form a hub. On a lower end portion side of the resin ring, a step portion exposing the metal ring is formed. A positioning portion with which the step portion of the hub can be fitted is formed at a central portion of a lower flange. Positions in a height direction of lower end faces of the resin ring and the metal ring are different from each other. Even if a minute gap exists between the metal ring and a metal mold for molding the hub and fluid resin flows into the gap to produce a burr, the burr does not reach the lower end face of the metal ring. Therefore, variations due to the burr do not occur in the lower end face of the hub for positioning in dimension of product.

Abstract: A webbing retracting device that may prevent entering of an end-lock state when a spool rotates in the pull out direction on rebound just after completion of taking up of the webbing belt. A restriction weight is provided on a V gear. The restriction weight moves in the pull out direction relative to the V gear by acceleration when the V gear is rotated in the take up direction, and furthermore, the restriction weight pivots about a support pin under centrifugal force due to rotation of the V gear and attains a contact position. In such a state, even if the inertial mass attempts to displace toward the lock activation direction, the restriction weight interferes with the inertial mass and restricts displacement of the inertial mass toward the lock activation direction.

Abstract: A toilet tissue holder and dispenser has an uncomplicated, space efficient, configuration that houses a plurality of toilet tissues, which are readily accessible by a user. A first portion of the dispenser has side walls with an elongated aperture and an interior compartment. A second portion of the dispenser is attached to the first portion. The dispenser has a dispenser portion, a plurality of dispenser rod portions, and a lid portion having a lip adapted for tearing toilet tissue as the toilet tissue exits the interior of the device. Large quantities of toilet tissue can be housed within the toilet tissue holder and dispenser, thereby resulting in less frequent re-stocking of the device. Tissue re-loading is achieved with minimal interruption of tissue delivery.

Abstract: A payoff ring constructed from high density polyethylene includes a beveled inner circumference that guides ductile wire, such as aluminum welding wire, from a coil packaged in a box-like container. The body of the payoff ring is fashioned with holes or cavities that significantly reduce the weight of the payoff ring by up to 50% of the overall weight. The payoff ring floats freely in the box-like container and guides the wire as it is being withdrawn from the container while not distorting the wire. The outer configuration of the payoff ring is constructed to engage to the sides of the container thereby preventing the payoff from rotating during use.

Abstract: A tissue dispenser is provided by which a user may access one or more rolls of tissue. The dispenser generally includes a base and a cover. The dispenser includes at least one spindle, and preferably left and right spindles, with each spindle being supported by and extending from the base. The dispenser also has a plurality of sleeves interchangeably disposed on the shafts of the spindles. Each sleeve has an inner diameter dimensioned to receive a corresponding spindle, and an outer diameter. A plurality of fins is radially disposed on the outer diameter of the sleeve to circumferentially support the inner diameter of a core of a tissue roll. Different sleeves having different outer diameters to accommodate tissue rolls having different core sizes are provided. The dispenser may also include a door assembly configured to selectively cover a tissue roll on either the left or the right side of the base. A plurality of snap fittings configured to releasably attach to the door assembly may be provided.

Abstract: A reel includes: a circular cylinder-shaped hub that includes an inner peripheral surface on which a protruding portion that protrudes in a radial direction is formed and an outer peripheral surface around which recording tape is wound; a first flange that is disposed on one end portion of the hub and includes a first extension portion that is welded to the protruding portion; and a second flange that is disposed on the other end portion of the hub and includes a second extension portion that is welded to the protruding portion. The rigidity of the hub can be improved, and the welding strength of the flanges with respect to the hub can also be improved.