HYPERDRIVE DESIGN | Concept

The HYPER DRIVE DESIGN concept comprises a combination of different manufacturing techniques, which considerably improve the functioning and the lifespan of a baitcasting reel.

HYPER ARMED HOUSING – a distortion-proof metal frame (magnesium, aluminum) that permanently houses the gear unit in a safe way within the reel body.

HYPER DOUBLE SUPPORT – the pinion gear is mounted via each a ball bearing at both sides, leading to a better and more even power transmission from the handle. The surface of the pinion gear is specially treated to prevent electrostatic corrosion.

HYPER TOUGH CLUTCH – the clutch mechanics have been optimized to remain safely in their position also at hard casts.

HYPER DRIVE DIGIGEAR – the gear is further strengthened by larger teeth in the traction wheel but offers nevertheless a very smooth and round functioning due to a special manufacturing procedure.

MAGSEALED® | Sealing

MagSealed® Body Construction

The MagSealed principle is based on a special magnetic oil, which has been developed by the NASA to transport fuel to the starships based on the magnetic principle. Such an oil for reel production is not available in the super market. It has to be manufactured under most difficult circumstances. The embedded ferric oxide, which is necessary for the magnetic field has a diameter of 1/100.000mm and is that small, that the surface of a single particle has the tenth of the size of an influenza virus.

The molecules in this new "metal oil" are capable of changing. If they are exposed to a magnetic field, they change their shape and the oil forms a fluid seal. This magnetic oil is that strong, that it would stick to a magnetic bucket, even if the bottom was cut out.

Such a seal, based on the principle of liquid magnetic oil produces nearly no friction, isolates perfectly and prevents even penetrating of little dust particles. The big challenge for the DAIWA engineers was the development of a reel, which is designed for the principle of the magnetic oil to generate a kind of liquid membrane, that prevents water penetration. The MagSeal design is based on the purpose to keep water away from a spinning reel. First of all for sea anglers this is an amazing idea - since it promises a longer life span. No corrosion, better function. If salt water penetrates the reel and dries, it crystallizes, corrodes the gearing and affects the ball bearings.

The simplest solution for implementing a sealed mechanism, would have been the usage of a rubber seal. But this would cause such a strong friction, that an isolation of the rotor and axis would have been impossible. Only the use of a metallic oil in combination with a magnet provides the desired isolation effect without heavy friction. Years of research and development were required to develop such a reel isolation.

We call this liquid isolation MagSealed.

FUNCTIONALITY

To prevent the penetration of water, dust particles or salt crystals between rotor and reel body, we have developed a nearly frictionless barrier based on magnetic oil, which cannot be overcome by neither water nor smallest particles. The result is a silky-smooth running.

MagSealed® Line Roller

The smoother a line roller turns, the less friction emerges between line and roller. If delicate salt or dirt particles penetrate the line roller, it is continuously dragged and the friction is considerably increased.

The magnetic MagSealed oil forms a barrier, which prevents the intrusion of water and therefore also of salt and dirt particles into the line roller, which could affect the free rotation.

MagSealed® Ball Bearings

Our DAIWA technology further on changes the fishing tackle market. Our engineers succeeded in further devolving the Mag Sealed invention to a new level. First we sealed the axis, then the line roller and now the ball bearing!

MagSealed is a new chapter in the history of the fishing reel. Thanks to our targeted research and development, we succeeded in integrating MagSealed into a ball bearing. For a long lifespan and a silky-smooth running over a long period. A revolution!

UTD® | Drag System

The UTD (Ultimate Tournament Drag) System includes impregnated drag discs, which are about 30 times more durable than normal discs. The effective drag power is considerably increased compared to normal drag systems. An additional advantage is the reduced start-up resistance - the drag starts working, when the adjusted drag power is reached and drags smoothly and steadily.

The Ultimate Tournament Drag ensures a perfect interaction between drag control, drag power and super-soft drawing of the line.

SV BOOST | Drag Concept

The SV BOOST drag concept optimizes the casting distances while reducing the threat of backlashes at the same time. The reel setting is pre-configured which eliminates the need to adjust the mechanic drag. This comprises the following technical details:

• The extremely lightweight G1 Duralumin spool instantly starts without high starting resistance. Smaller lures can be casted in a highly convenient manner.
• The ZERO ADJUSTER of the mechanic drag is preset in a way that leads to optimal casting distances. (it is recommended not to change this setting)
• The ZERO SHAFT is made of an extremely short spool axis that causes low friction and instant starting of the spool upon casting. Perfect for smaller lures.
• The TWS™ system reduces line friction during the cast
• For finetuning the magnetic drag is adjusted according to the used lure weight. This leads to reduced backlashes and an optimized casting performance. In comparison to the SV concept the magnetic drag comes into play during the final phase of the cast.

TWS® | Line Guide

The TWS T-Wing System solves an age old problem with level wind systems. The normal change of angle of from spool to line guide retards line release and slows the casting momentum of the lure.

With TWS, when engaged for casting, the line guide drops to expose the "T" aperture of T-Wing. This allows line to flow freely through the wide top section on outcast, reducing the normally sharp angles and resulting friction that slow line flowing through a standard narrow aperture.

For retrieve, the line guide, now in the original position, controls the line drops via the narrow, lower channel of the T-Wing. This delivers even distribution across the spool width.

CRBB® | Ball Bearings

CRBB is short for Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings and means salt-water-proof, stainless ball bearings.

CRBB ball bearings feature an 12 times higher corrosion resistance than usual ball bearings.

AIR METAL® | Body & Rotor

Reels featuring a magnesium body and rotor are excelled by their drastically reduced weight compared to conventional aluminum reels.

Our Air Metal technology processes the magnesium in a special way, leading to full corrosion resistance, which would be not possible without this special processing. Thus, you can enjoy a DAIWA Air Metal magnesium reel also at salt water fishing.

Air Metal – An innovation in lightweight reel construction!

CLICK-SYSTEM | Star Drag

There is hardly any better sound than the delicate and precise click sound of a turning spool, when a fish takes line during the fight with the fish. The DAIWA system represents the perfect solution and is designed in a way, which doesn't impair the casting performance.