To keep
fishing at all times
SPHEROS SW is designed for harsh saltwater conditions and is
generously equipped with technologies that break out of the norm in its price
range, including the X-Shield, which boasts waterproof performance equivalent
to IPX-8, X-Protect, X-Ship, and HAGANE body. The 2021 model is additionally
equipped with an infinity drive, HAGANE GEAR, and carbon cross washers for even
greater durability and performance. The use of HAGANE GEAR and machine-cut
aluminium handles has reduced the dead weight by 50 to 85g compared to the
previous model. The five items of 5000HG, 6000HG, 6000PG, 8000HG, and 8000PG,
which are of high importance in inshore waters, are covered, adapting to a wide
range of GAMEs, from jigging to casting, both inshore and offshore.
PRODUCT TECHNOLOGIES
| HAGANE BODY | HAGANE GEAR | G-FREE BODY | CORE PROTECT | X-SHIP | AR-C SPOOL | S-ARB | SEAWATER | INFINITY DRIVE | X -PROTECT | X - SHEILD |
HAGANE
HAGANE is a Shimano
reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse.
HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works
alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.
HAGANE GEAR
With amazing
strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano
reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives
anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers
first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth
of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated
in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's
cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the
result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of
forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
X SHIP
X SHIP provides
improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned
pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear
produce light reeling under load.
HAGANE BODY
The use of
lightweight and rigid metals such as aluminum and magnesium firmly suppresses
deflection, distortion, and torsion of the reel. This protects delicate gear
meshing and enables smooth reeling.
INFINITYDRIVE
INFINITYDRIVE is a
new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for
incredibly smooth and light rotation.
X SHIELD
The body is
water-resistant equivalent to IPX8 by water-resistant seals on the body, side
covers, and other parts of the body.
X PROTECT
For medium and
small general-purpose spinning reels, which require lighter spinning, we
focused on a non-contact structure that does not compromise the lightness of
the spinning. In addition to conventional water-repellent treatment, a labyrinth
structure that suppresses water penetration is combined to achieve high
water-resistant performance despite the non-contact nature of the structure. It
is used in the stopper bearing section and line roller section. Large reels for
saltwater, a contact-type water-resistant structure is used for large spinning
reels that require higher water-resistant performance. By physically cutting
off the entry path of seawater with a low-sliding seal member, high
water-resistant performance is achieved while suppressing rotational
resistance. The stopper bearing and line roller parts are adopted, and the
stopper bearing part in particular achieves a water-resistant rating equivalent
to IPX8.
AR-C SPOOL
The spool has a
special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and
realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
KAISUI OK
Models that can be
used in saltwater
A-RB
A-RB
stainless-steel ball bearings are specially treated to drastically increase the
corrosion resistance of the bearing.
Precision cold forged HAGANE GEAR
The change from
zinc die-cast gears to precision cold-forged HAGANE GEAR has increased
strength. The light weight of the gears themselves also contributes to a
lighter reel. Ideal for harsh SW scenes.
Carbon Cross Washer
This reliable
washer is made of a material with excellent abrasion and heat resistance, and
is installed on SHIMANO's large spinning reels. It can firmly respond to
unexpectedly large fish.
Threaded handle
As with higher-end
models, a screw-in handle fixing structure is employed. Direct winding is
possible without any slack.
| ITEM CODE | MONO LINE CAPACITY (#TEST/YD) | WEIGHT(OZ) | BEARINGS | GEAR RATIO | RETRIEVE PER CRANK(IN) | POWERPRO BRAID (LB/YDS) | MAX DRAG (LB) |
19SPHEROS SW8000HG
| 3/410, 4/300, 5/250
| 23.5 | 4+1 | 5.6:1 | 107 | 40/340,50/265,65/215 | 13 |
19SPHEROSSW14000XG
| 16/360,20/260,25/190
| 24 | 4+1 | 6.2:1 | 134 | 50/400,65/315,80/240 | 12 |
19SPHEROSSW20000PG
| 5/600,6/500,8/350
| 32.8 | 4+1 | 4.4:1 | 104 | 65/490,80/400,100/340 | 18 |
19SPHEROSSW18000HG
| 5/500, 6/400, 8/300
| 32.4 | 4+1 | 5.7:1 | 104 | 50/600 65/440 80/360
| 22 |
