Combined magnetic and friction cast-on brake and fishing reel comprising same

Abstract

Combination magnetic and friction cast braking device and fishing reel comprising the same. A cast braking device for slowing rotation of a spool of a fishing reel, comprising a brake guide and a brake disc positioned in the brake guide and movable relative to the brake guide between a first position and a second position. The brake disc comprises one or more magnets that exert a magnetic braking force on the spool and one or more brake pads that exert a frictional braking force on the spool when the brake disc is in the second position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to a combined magnetic and friction casting brake for fishing reels and a fishing reel including the brake. Background Technology

[0002] Braking systems are typically mounted on baitcasting reels to regulate the rotation of the spool during casting. Functionally, the brake works similarly to how car brakes slow down the rotation of a car's tires. During casting, as braking is applied to the reel, more resistance is provided on the spool. The purpose of the braking system on the baitcasting reel is to prevent slack. Slack occurs when the spool rotates and feeds line faster than the lure travels. This causes slack in the line between the spool and the lure, potentially leading to tangling. Such slack results in mess and typically requires a considerable amount of time to untangle. Preferably, the speed at which the spool feeds line is controlled so that the lure is maintained at tension or pull on the line to prevent slack and slack.

[0003] Existing braking systems use magnets that affect the rotation of the spool, and springs to pull the magnets away from the spool in the axial direction. Therefore, their adjustment capabilities are very limited.

[0004] Another braking system includes a ring mounted on the spool that can move back and forth between two magnetic rings. However, this system makes the spool heavier and has the opposite effect on casting distance, as any added weight to the spool will shorten the casting distance. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this casting brake is to combine magnetic braking and friction braking for well-controlled braking of the spool during casting and to reduce braking force during reeling in or retrieving the fishing line. This is achieved by arranging a brake disc movable relative to the spool and including a magnet for applying magnetic braking force to the spool and brake pads for applying friction braking force to the spool. The brake disc is rotatable with the spool via the magnet, and this rotation can be converted into axial movement of the brake disc relative to the spool between a first position where friction braking force is not applied to the spool, and a second position where friction braking force is applied. The brake disc can be housed within a brake guide that interacts with the brake disc to cause axial movement of the brake disc during rotation relative to the spool. When the fishing line is cast, the brake disc rotates and moves toward the second position, where both magnetic and friction braking forces are applied. When the casting is complete and the angler begins to reel in and retrieve the bait, the brake disc rotates and moves toward the first position. In the first position, the friction braking force is released and the magnetic braking force is reduced, making retrieval easier and increasing the feel for the bait. Attached Figure Description

[0006] For a better understanding of the various aspects of this disclosure, reference may be made to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0007] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a fishing reel including a combined magnetic and friction braking assembly according to the present disclosure;

[0008] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Rear front view of the fishing reel;

[0009] Figure 3 It is the fishing reel made of Figure 2 The cross-section of the portion indicated by the dashed box 3, where the viewing direction is inwards from the page;

[0010] Figure 4 yes Figures 1 to 3 An exploded view of a portion of a fishing reel, with various parts omitted for simplicity and ease of explanation;

[0011] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional view of the combined magnetic and friction braking components of a fishing reel;

[0012] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Exploded view of the braking components;

[0013] Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is a cross-sectional view depicting the brake disc of the braking assembly in the first position (e.g., Figure 7 (as shown) and the second position (as shown) Figure 8 Movement between (as shown); and

[0014] Figure 9 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the brake pads that engage with the brake disc and the brake plate of the spool.

[0015] While this disclosure is readily adaptable to various modifications and alternatives, specific embodiments thereof are illustrated by way of example in the accompanying drawings and will be described in detail herein. However, it should be understood that the accompanying drawings and detailed description provided herein are not intended to limit the disclosure to the specific embodiments disclosed, but rather are intended to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0016] Various aspects of this disclosure will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, throughout which the same reference numerals refer to the same parts. To clearly illustrate the characteristics of this disclosure, the drawings do not necessarily maintain proportional relationships between elements. It should be understood that any dimensions included in the drawings are provided as examples only, and other dimensions not shown therein are also within the scope of this disclosure.

[0017] This specification references specific embodiments in which various aspects of this disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are intended to describe aspects in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to put them into practice. Other embodiments and changes may be utilized without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Therefore, this specification is not to be construed in a limiting sense and should not limit the scope of the equivalents given by the appended claims.

[0018] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The fishing reel comprising a combined magnetic and friction braking assembly according to this disclosure is generally designated as 100. The fishing reel 100 may include a housing 102, a shaft 104, and a spool 110. Preferably, the shaft 104 is supported within the housing 102 and is rotatable relative to the housing 102 about an axis 112 extending in the width direction of the fishing reel 100, the axis extending in the longitudinal direction of the shaft 104. The longitudinal direction may also be referred to as the axial direction. More broadly, the directional terms such as "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" as used herein may refer to directions relative to the axis 112.

[0019] The spool 110 may be coupled to the shaft 104 such that the spool 110 rotates with the shaft 104 about the axis 112 for winding and unwinding fishing line relative to the fishing reel 100 (not shown). The fishing reel 100 may also include a handle 114 for manually rotating the shaft 104 and the spool 110 for winding and unwinding fishing line relative to the fishing reel 100.

[0020] Go to Figure 3 and Figure 4 The housing 102 includes a portion near the handle 114 (e.g., Figure 1 and Figure 2 (shown) a proximal end 116 and a distal end 118 opposite to the proximal end. An end plate 120 may be connected to the distal end 118 of the housing 102 and may support the braking assembly 122 relative to the housing 102.

[0021] Shaft 104 extends between two shaft ends 124, 126, respectively, near a proximal end 116 and a distal end 118 of housing 102. Shaft 104 may be rotatably supported at the first shaft end 124 by a first bearing assembly 128, and / or rotatably supported at the second shaft end 126 by a second bearing assembly 130. In the illustrated example, bearing assemblies 128, 130 each comprise ball bearings. Alternatively, any suitable bearing (e.g., journal bearing or bushing) may be used to rotatably support shaft 104.

[0022] The first bearing assembly 128 can be housed within a first annular bearing housing 132 that projects axially outward from the housing 102. The first bearing housing 132 can surround an axial stop 134 of the housing 102. In this example, the axial stop 134 is defined by an axial surface of the housing 102 from which the first bearing housing 132 projects outward. The axial stop 134 can serve as a reference for the axial positioning of the shaft 104, the bobbin 110, and the first bearing assembly 128. Figure 3 As shown, the first bearing assembly 128 can abut against the axial stop 134 in the axial direction, and the shaft 104 and the bobbin 110 can each abut against the first bearing assembly 128 in the axial direction. Thus, the axial stop 134 can limit or prevent the shaft 104, the bobbin 110, and the first bearing assembly 110 from moving axially toward the proximal end 116 of the housing 102 during rotation of the shaft and the bobbin.

[0023] The second bearing assembly 130 may be housed within a second annular bearing housing 136 defined by the brake guide 138 of the brake assembly 122. In this example, the brake guide 138 may include a generally disc-shaped body having a rear axial plate 140 and an outer cover 142 projecting axially inward from the rear axial plate 140. The cover 142 may define the interior of the brake guide 138, which is closed at one end by the rear plate 140 and open at the other end. The second bearing housing 136 may project axially inward from the rear plate 140 within the interior of the brake guide 138, thereby defining a compartment for receiving the second bearing assembly 130.

[0024] The second bearing assembly 130 can abut against the shaft 104 within the second bearing housing 136 to axially position and locate the shaft 104 relative to the second bearing assembly 130. Additionally or alternatively, the second bearing assembly 130 can move axially within the second bearing housing 136 to compensate for and / or absorb axial loads during rotation of the shaft 104. Controlled axial movement of the second bearing assembly 130 can be achieved by means of an elastic member. The elastic member can be positioned within the second bearing housing 136, between the second bearing assembly 130 and the rear plate 140. In this example, the elastic member can be a spring 114. In its uncompressed state, the spring 114 can bias the second bearing assembly 130 and the shaft 104 axially toward the proximal end 116 of the housing 102, thereby pushing the first bearing assembly 128 against the axial stop 134 and pushing the shaft 104 and the spool 110 against the first bearing assembly 128. During rotation of the shaft and spool, in response to axial loads on shaft 104 and bearing assemblies 128, 130, spring 144 can also compress to allow axial movement of the second bearing assembly 130 toward the distal end 118 of housing 102. Thus, spring 144 is able to absorb axial loads. In other examples, any suitable resilient or compressible component can be used to absorb axial loads between the second bearing assembly 130 and the rear plate 140. In some examples, the resilient component may be omitted.

[0025] Brake guide 138 can be fixed or secured to the distal end 118 of housing 102 via end plate 120 using any suitable method (e.g., fasteners, welding, adhesives, etc.). Brake guide 138 can be rotatably and axially fixed relative to housing 102, and the working braking component of brake assembly 122 can move relative to brake guide 138. Brake guide 138 can guide or direct the movement of braking component for selectively applying braking force on linear shaft 110, as described below.

[0026] Braking assembly 122 may further include brake disc 146, which is housed within brake guide 138 and is positioned relative to brake guide 138 in a first position (e.g., Figure 7 (as shown) and the second position (as shown) Figure 8The spool 110 moves between the two (shown). When housed in the brake guide 138, the brake disc 146 may surround the second bearing housing 136. In this example, the brake disc 146 may be magnetic and serve as a magnetic throw brake for the spool 110. As the magnetic brake disc 146 moves closer to the spool 110 (e.g., when the brake disc 146 is in the second position), the spool 110 and any associated line may slow down. More specifically, the magnetic brake disc 146 preferably generates a magnetic field that, when located near the rotating spool 110, may slow down the rotational speed of the spool 110. The spool 110 may be made of any of a variety of suitable conductive materials, including but not limited to aluminum, such that rotation of the spool 110 near the magnetic field generated by the brake disc 146 may induce complementary or opposing magnetic fields in the spool 110, thereby applying a drag or braking force to the spool 110. As the brake disc 146 moves further away from the spool 110 (e.g., when the brake disc 146 moves toward the first position), the electromagnetic interaction between the brake disc 146 and the spool 110 weakens, thereby reducing the braking force on the spool 110.

[0027] Now for reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The brake disc 146 may include one or more magnets 148 that can be securely attached to the brake disc 146. The magnets 148 can generate a magnetic field for the brake disc 146. The magnets 148 may be circumferentially arranged on a first axial surface 150 of the brake disc 146 facing the spool 110, and their magnetic poles may alternate (e.g., ...). Figure 3 (As shown). The brake disc 146 may include any number of magnets 148. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the brake disc 146 includes ten magnets 148.

[0028] Magnets 148 may be circumferentially arranged at the first axial plane 150. In some examples, magnets 148 may be circumferentially arranged in discrete arcuate groups. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, magnets 148 may be arranged in two arcuate groups. In this example, each arcuate group may include five magnets 148, wherein three magnets have a north pole at the first axial plane 150 and two magnets have a south pole at the first axial plane. Magnets 148 having a north pole at the first axial plane may be depicted in the figures as an "N" visible at the first axial plane 150 of the brake disc 146, and magnets 148 having a south pole at the first axial plane 150 may be depicted in the figures as blank when viewed from the first axial plane 150.

[0029] Each of the five magnets 148 in each arc-shaped group can be magnetically coupled at the second axial surface 152 of the brake disc 146 via an arc-shaped magnetic plate 154 made of a suitable material (e.g., ferritic stainless steel or magnetic stainless steel). In the illustrated example, two magnetic plates 154 may be included, each capable of magnetically coupling one group of magnets 148 in the arc-shaped group. In some examples, all magnets 148 or any number of subgroups of magnets 148 can be magnetically coupled using magnetic plates 154.

[0030] Each magnet 148 may have a puck shape and may be placed within a corresponding circular groove 156 defined in the first axial surface 150. For example, as Figure 3 As shown, when the brake assembly 122 is installed in the reel 100, the first axial surface 150 faces the spool 110. The number of slots 156 included in the brake disc 146 may correspond to the number of magnets 148, and the number of slots 156 may vary depending on the number of magnets 148. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, there may be ten slots 156 corresponding to ten magnets 148.

[0031] Magnet 148 can be secured or fixed within the corresponding slot 156 using any suitable coupling method (e.g., adhesive, press-fit, fastener, or other suitable method). Additionally or alternatively, magnet 148 can be secured or fixed within the corresponding slot 156 relative to brake disc 146 via magnet(s)(s)154. Magnet 148 can be flush with, extend inward from, or protrude outward from the first axial surface 150. In some examples, magnet 148 can be secured or fixed to the first axial surface 150 using a suitable coupling method, and the slot is not included in brake disc 146.

[0032] The arrangement, number, and configuration (e.g., shape) of the magnets 148 in the example brake assembly 122 are given by way of example. The brake disc 146 may include magnets of any arrangement, number, and configuration to provide suitable magnetic properties to the brake disc, enabling it to operate as described. For example, more or fewer than ten magnets 148 may be included.

[0033] The electromagnetic interaction between the magnetic brake disc 146 and the conductive spool 110 can also cause the brake disc 146 to rotate with the spool 110. The brake guide 138 can convert the rotational movement of the brake disc 146 into axial movement of the brake disc 146. The axial movement of the brake disc 146 is as follows: Figure 7 and Figure 8 Describing the order between them, Figure 7 and Figure 8 The brake disc 146 is shown in the first position and the second position, respectively.

[0034] Preferably, when the brake disc 146 is in the first rotation direction R1 ( Figure 5 When the brake guide 138 rotates in the clockwise direction (in the middle), it can guide or direct the brake disc 146 to move between the first position and the second position, and when the brake disc 146 rotates in the second rotation direction R2 (in the clockwise direction ... Figure 5 When rotating counterclockwise (in the first direction of rotation), the brake disc 146 moves between the second position and the first position. Rotation of the brake disc 146 in the first rotation direction R1 corresponds to rotation of the spool 110 during casting, allowing the brake guide 138 to direct the brake disc 146 toward the spool 110 to increase braking force thereon during casting and prevent potential backlash. Rotation of the brake disc 146 in the second rotation direction R2 corresponds to rotation of the spool 110 during reeling in or retrieving the fishing line, allowing the brake guide 138 to direct the brake disc 146 away from the spool 110 to reduce braking force thereon during reeling in. In this way, retrieving the fishing line is easier, and the feel for the lure is increased.

[0035] In the example brake assembly 122, rotation of the brake disc 146 can be translated into axial movement via the interaction between a radially outwardly extending pin 158 of the brake disc 146 and a cam groove 160 defined in the inner surface 162 of the cover 142 of the brake guide 138. In the illustrated example, there may be three pins 158 and corresponding three cam grooves 160. Other examples may include more or fewer pins 158 and cam grooves 160.

[0036] Each cam groove 160 can extend circumferentially along the inner cover surface 162 between a first end 164a and a second end 164b. Each cam groove 160 can define a wall 166 against which a corresponding pin 158 slides. The wall 166 can be close to the rear plate 140 of the brake guide 138 at the first end 164a of the corresponding cam groove 160, and can gradually move further away from the rear plate 140 toward the axial end of the cover 142 opposite to the rear plate 140 as the cam groove 160 extends circumferentially to the second end 164b. Therefore, the width of each cam groove 160 can gradually decrease, such that the cam groove width is maximum at the first end 164a and minimum at the second end 164b.

[0037] When the brake disc 146 is in the first position, the pin 158 can be located at the first end 164a of the corresponding cam groove 160. As the brake disc 146 rotates from this first position in the first rotational direction R1, the pin 158 can slide against the wall 166 of the cam groove 160, which gradually moves the pin 158 and thus moves the brake disc 146 away from the rear plate 140 and thereby toward the spool 110. When the pin 158 reaches the second end 164b of the cam groove 160, the axial movement of the brake disc 146 during rotation in the first rotational direction R1 can be terminated, at which point the brake disc 146 is in the second position and abuts the spool 110 to apply frictional braking force, as described below. As the brake disc 146 rotates from this second position in the second rotational direction R2, the pin 158 can slide against the wall 166 of the cam groove 160, which gradually moves the pin 158 and thus moves the brake disc 146 closer toward the rear plate 140 and thereby away from the spool 110. When pin 158 reaches the first end 164a of cam groove 160, the axial movement of brake disc 146 during rotation in the second rotation direction R2 can be terminated. At this time, the step between cam groove 160 and inner cover surface 162 can act as a stop to prevent further circumferential movement of pin 158 and rotation of brake disc 146.

[0038] The rotation angle of the brake disc 146 during axial movement between the first and second positions can vary, and in this example, can depend on the circumferential length (or arc measurement) of the cam groove 160. For example, the brake disc 146 can rotate between 30° and 360° during axial movement between the first and second positions. In some examples, the brake disc can rotate between 30° and 180° during axial movement between the first and second positions, such as between 30° and 90°, or between 30° and 60°. Alternatively, in some examples, the brake disc 146 can rotate greater than 360°, wherein the cam groove 160 can extend at least one full 360° circumferentially around the inner cover surface 162.

[0039] According to this disclosure, when the brake disc 146 is in the second position, in addition to the aforementioned magnetic braking force, the brake disc can also apply a frictional force to the spool 110. One problem with applying braking force solely through the electromagnetic interaction between the brake disc 146 and the spool 110 is that the magnetic braking force depends on the rotational speed of the spool. As the rotation of the spool 110 slows down, there may be less electromagnetic interaction, and the magnetic braking force decreases. During casting, the rotation of the spool 110 may be fastest immediately after casting and may gradually slow down as the line is released. As the lure approaches and eventually reaches the surface, the magnetic braking force may continue to decrease, which may result in a pullback and / or release of additional fishing line even after the lure has hit the surface. Applying frictional force in addition to magnetic force allows the brake disc 146 to apply well-controlled braking to the spool and to stop the release of line at an appropriate time (e.g., when the lure hits the surface).

[0040] In this example, the brake disc 146 may include brake pads 168 projecting outward from the first axial surface 150. The illustrated example may include three brake pads 168, but other examples may include more or fewer brake pads. The brake pads 168 may be arranged circumferentially around the first axial surface 150 and may be spaced at equal intervals (e.g., spaced 120° apart) or any other suitable interval. When the brake disc 146 is in the second position, the brake pads 168 may abut against a brake plate 170 fixed to the axial end of the spool 110, which faces the first axial surface 150. Figure 8 The image depicts the engagement between the brake pad 168 and the brake plate 170 when the brake disc is in the second position. The brake plate 170 can be fixed or secured to the spool 110 by any suitable means (e.g., adhesive, welding, fasteners, etc.).

[0041] The brake plate 170 may be annular so that the brake pads 168 can apply a constant frictional force to the brake plate 170 as the brake disc 146 continues to rotate. In addition to the aforementioned magnetic braking force, this frictional force also serves to slow the rotation of the spool 110. The brake plate 170 may be made of a variety of suitable materials, such as stainless steel or chrome-plated brass, which can resist the frictional wear of the brake pads 168.

[0042] Brake pad 168 abuts against brake plate 170 and can also terminate axial movement of brake disc 146 in the second position, and / or prevent pin 158 from disengaging from cam groove 160. Because further axial movement of the brake disc toward spool 110 may be constrained when brake disc 146 reaches the second position, the wall 166 of cam groove 160 at the second end 164b can stop circumferential movement of pin 158, thereby stopping rotation of brake disc 146. Accordingly, since rotation of brake disc 146 may stop in the second position, brake pad 168 can remain stationary relative to the rotating spool 110, and the stationary brake pad 168 allows friction to eventually stop the rotation of the spool.

[0043] refer to Figure 9 Each brake pad 168 can be received in a corresponding hole 172 defined in the first axial surface 150. In this example, there can be three holes 172, each receiving one of the three brake pads 168, and the number of holes 172 can vary depending on the number of brake pads 168. In this example, the holes 172 can extend through the brake disc 146 between the axial surfaces 150 and 152, but in other examples, the holes 172 can be blind holes defined in the first axial surface 150.

[0044] Each brake pad 168 may include a head 174 that protrudes outward from a corresponding bore 172 and a first axial surface 150 of the brake disc 146. The head 174 of the brake pad 168 may be a portion that abuts against the brake disc 170 to apply frictional force to slow the rotation of the spool 110. The head 174 may include any suitable material for performing this function, such as rubber, Kevlar fiber, ceramic, etc. Each head 174 may be coupled to a lever portion 176 (e.g., attached to or integrally formed with the lever portion 176). Each lever portion 176 may extend into and / or be received by a corresponding bore 172.

[0045] In the illustrated example, each brake pad 168 is axially movable relative to the brake disc 146 to compress the brake pad upon initial contact with the brake plate 170. In the illustrated example, the controlled axial movement of each brake pad 168 can be achieved by an elastic member. In this example, the elastic member can be a spring 178 surrounding the lever portion 176. Each spring 178 can be positioned in a corresponding hole 172 between the head 174 of the brake pad 168 and a stop collar 180 at the end of the hole 172 near the second axial surface 152 of the brake disc 146. In the uncompressed state (e.g., when the brake disc 146 is in a first position), each spring 178 can axially bias the head 174 of the corresponding brake pad 168 away from the first axial surface 150 of the brake disc 146, thereby pushing the head 174 outward from the first axial surface 150. When the brake disc 146 moves to the second position and the brake pad 168 contacts the brake disc 170, the springs 178 can each compress to allow the head 174 of the brake pad 168 to move axially toward the first axial surface 150 of the brake disc 146. Thus, when the brake pad 168 contacts the brake disc 170, the springs 178 can achieve controlled application of frictional force on the spool 110.

[0046] In this disclosure, the brake disc 146 of the braking assembly 122 is movable toward the spool 110 and can apply a combination of magnetic and frictional braking forces to the spool 110 during casting. This provides well-controlled and more reliable braking to slow the spool, improving the ability to stop line release as desired and preventing backlash. During reeling in or retrieving the fishing line, the brake disc 146 can also move away from the spool 110, making retrieval easier and increasing feel for the lure.

[0047] As will be apparent from the foregoing, various embodiments of this disclosure are well adapted to achieve all the objects and advantages set forth above, as well as other obvious and inherent advantages of this structure. It will be understood that certain features and sub-combinations of this embodiment are practical and can be employed without reference to other features and sub-combinations. Since many possible embodiments of this disclosure can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure, it should also be understood that all disclosures set forth herein or illustrated in the accompanying drawings are to be interpreted as illustrative rather than limiting. The various constructions described above and illustrated in the drawings are presented by way of example only and are not intended to limit the concept, principles, and scope of this disclosure.

[0048] However, upon consideration of the specification and drawings, many changes, modifications, variations, and other uses and applications of this disclosure will become apparent to those skilled in the art. All such changes, modifications, variations, and other uses and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure are considered to be covered by the invention, which is defined only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A casting brake for slowing the rotation of a spool on a fishing reel, the casting brake comprising: Braking guide; as well as A brake disc, positioned within the brake guide and movable relative to the brake guide between a first position and a second position, the brake disc comprising: One or more magnets, which apply a magnetic braking force on the spool; as well as One or more brake pads, which apply frictional braking force on the spool when the brake disc is in the second position.

2. The throwing brake according to claim 1, wherein, The brake disc is rotatable with the spool via the one or more magnets, and wherein the brake disc interacts with the brake guide to convert the rotation of the brake disc into movement of the brake disc between the first position and the second position.

3. The throwing brake according to claim 2, wherein, The brake disc includes one or more pins that slide circumferentially within one or more cam grooves of the brake guide during rotation of the brake disc, wherein the cam grooves are configured such that the interaction between the cam grooves and the pins sliding circumferentially therein causes the brake disc to move between a first position and a second position.

4. The throwing brake according to claim 1, wherein, When the one or more brake pads contact the spool, each of the one or more brake pads can move axially relative to the brake disc.

5. The throwing brake according to claim 4, wherein, Each of the one or more brake pads includes a head and a rod portion, the head abutting the spool when the brake disc is in the second position, and the rod portion extending from the head and received by a corresponding hole in the brake disc, wherein an elastic member is positioned in each hole and is compressed when the head of the corresponding brake pad abuts the spool.

6. The throwing brake according to claim 5, wherein, The elastic member is a spring that surrounds the rod.

7. The throwing brake according to claim 1, wherein, The braking guide includes a bearing housing for accommodating the bearing assembly of the fishing reel.

8. The throwing brake according to claim 7, wherein, The brake disc surrounds the bearing housing.

9. The throwing brake according to claim 1, wherein, The one or more magnets include a plurality of magnets arranged circumferentially around the brake disc, wherein alternating magnetic poles face the spool.

10. The throwing brake according to claim 9, wherein, The magnet is magnetically coupled via one or more magnet plates.

11. A fishing reel, comprising: case; A shaft, which is supported in the housing and is rotatable about an axis relative to the housing; A spool, coupled to the shaft and capable of rotating about the axis with the shaft; as well as A braking assembly operable to slow the rotation of a spool, the braking assembly including a brake disc movable relative to the spool between a first position and a second position, the brake disc comprising: One or more magnets, which apply a magnetic braking force on the spool; as well as One or more brake pads, which apply frictional braking force on the spool when the brake disc is in the second position.

12. The fishing reel according to claim 11, wherein: The braking assembly includes a brake guide that houses the brake disc. The brake disc can rotate with the spool via the one or more magnets, and The brake disc interacts with the brake guide to convert the rotation of the brake disc into movement of the brake disc between the first position and the second position.

13. The fishing reel of claim 12, comprising a first bearing assembly rotatably supporting the shaft at a first shaft end, wherein, The braking guide includes a first bearing housing that accommodates the first bearing assembly.

14. The fishing reel of claim 13, comprising a second bearing assembly rotatably supporting the shaft at a second shaft end, wherein, The housing includes a second bearing housing that accommodates the second bearing assembly.

15. The fishing reel according to claim 14, wherein, An elastic member is positioned within the first bearing housing to absorb axial loads on the shaft by allowing the first bearing assembly to move axially within the first bearing housing.

16. The fishing reel according to claim 15, wherein, The second bearing assembly abuts against an axial stop in the second bearing housing, the axial stop restricting axial movement of the second bearing assembly, and wherein the elastic member biases the first bearing assembly, the second bearing assembly, and the shaft toward the axial stop.

17. The fishing reel according to claim 16, wherein, The elastic component is a spring.

18. The fishing reel according to claim 11, wherein, The braking assembly includes a brake plate fixed to the spool, wherein the brake pad engages the brake plate to apply a frictional braking force.

19. The fishing reel according to claim 11, wherein, When the one or more brake pads contact the spool, each of the one or more brake pads can move axially relative to the brake disc.

20. The fishing reel according to claim 19, wherein, Each of the one or more brake pads includes a head and a rod portion, the head abutting the spool when the brake disc is in the second position, and the rod portion extending from the head and received by a corresponding hole in the brake disc, wherein an elastic member is positioned in each hole and is compressed when the head of the corresponding brake pad abuts the spool to allow axial movement of the brake pad.

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