Maxima Clear
Diameter chart, reel capacity & backing guide
Maxima Clear is Maxima's clear monofilament, separate from its fluorocarbon. Compare the diameter and length of Mini Pack, One Shot, Maxi and Service spools below. Small Leader Wheels are sold for tying leaders and are not included in these reel-fill options.
- Construction
- Clear monofilament
- Listed strengths
- 2-130 lb
- Line type
- Monofilament main line
Is Clear right for your setup?
Clear is worth considering for a conventional mono main line when you prefer a clear material to Ultragreen or Chameleon. Maxima markets it for casting, jigging, trolling and bottom fishing, but those broad applications do not imply a single best strength. Start with the actual diameter and working length, then compare the specific retail spool with the estimated fill.
How much Clear will fit?
Calculated estimates, not measured fills. Stop at the reel manufacturer's fill level even if some line remains.
Maxima Clear diameter chart
Maxima's US Clear diameters and spool lengths for each strength. Millimeters are converted from inches. This chart covers spools for filling reels.
| Strength | Inches | mm | Spools (yd) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.005 | 0.127 | 110, 280, 3300 | |
| 0.006 | 0.1524 | 110, 280 | |
| 0.007 | 0.1778 | 110, 280, 660, 3300 | |
| 0.008 | 0.2032 | 280 | |
| 0.009 | 0.2286 | 110, 250, 660, 3300 | |
| 0.010 | 0.254 | 110, 220, 660, 3300 | |
| 0.012 | 0.3048 | 110, 220, 660, 3300 | |
| 0.013 | 0.3302 | 110, 220, 660, 3300 | |
| 0.015 | 0.381 | 110, 220, 660, 2630 | |
| 0.017 | 0.4318 | 110, 250, 660, 2630 | |
| 0.020 | 0.508 | 110, 250, 660, 2630 | |
| 0.022 | 0.5588 | 110, 250, 660, 2630 | |
| 0.024 | 0.6096 | 110, 250, 660, 2630 | |
| 0.028 | 0.7112 | 110, 660, 2300 | |
| 0.031 | 0.7874 | 2000 | |
| 0.035 | 0.889 | 1800 | |
| 0.039 | 0.9906 | 1600 | |
| 0.047 | 1.1938 | 900 |
Choosing your Clear strength
Clear 6 and 8 lb are 0.009 and 0.010 inch; the 10 lb step is 0.012 inch. On a compact reel, the volume and handling consequences of that jump matter as much as the nominal strength increase.
The middle range moves through 12, 15, 20, 25 and 30 lb. Select based on rod, lure, cover and drag, then check space; a reel's printed capacity strength is not a command to use that line size.
The current mainline evidence extends to 130 lb. Such heavy specifications belong to appropriately sized tackle and should not be interpreted as options endorsed for the small-reel examples.
This is a specification-based Clear setup guide, not a ReelCalc hands-on casting, abrasion or breaking-strength test.
Want a guided recommendation?
Continue in the Setup WizardSame pound test, different diameters
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What changes with another line?
Nearby diameters in the line database
| Line | Strength | Inches | Difference |
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Backing, working line & leaders
Check the One Shot spool length
US One Shot spools contain 250 yards at 6 lb and 220 yards at 8, 10, 12 and 15 lb. Use the amount printed for your selected strength when planning a refill.
Keep mono and fluorocarbon identities separate
Maxima Clear is mono, not fluorocarbon. Use the Clear diameter chart for this line, even though both products look clear.
Replace enough working line
A full continuous mono fill avoids another knot. A shorter section over sound backing is optional, but provide reserve for runs and abrasion-related trimming and stop at the reel's recommended fill level.
How Much Fits on These Reels?
Estimated full-spool capacity for the Clear strength selected above, with no backing. These are calculated examples, not physical tests or recommendations for every pairing.
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Clear questions, answered
Is Maxima Clear fluorocarbon?
No. Clear is the monofilament product covered here. Maxima also sells a distinct Fluorocarbon product with its own chart.
Can Clear be used for trolling?
Maxima includes trolling among its stated uses. The actual diameter, reel capacity, target fish and working length still need to fit the application; the claim does not select a universal strength.
Why is a small Leader Wheel not a mainline package option?
Leader Wheels hold shorter lengths sold for tying leaders. The selector here lists spools intended for filling reels.
How much Clear fits my reel?
Use the selected Clear diameter with your reel's published capacity. Pound test is a product strength label, not a universal diameter. Stop filling at the reel manufacturer's recommended level.
Does Clear require backing?
Backing is optional for a full mainline fill. It can make sense under a shorter fresh working section, but the connection must stay below normal casting depth with enough reserve for runs and retying.
Specifications & sources
Checked September 13, 2026. Maxima's US Clear diameters and spool lengths for each strength. Millimeters are converted from inches. This chart covers spools for filling reels. Spool sizes shown are based on Maxima's published specifications, not live store stock. Reel capacities are estimates.
Calculations use the catalog's listed inch diameters. Published inch and millimeter values may differ slightly because of rounding.
- Official Maxima Clear Maxima's US Clear diameters and spool lengths for each strength. Millimeters are converted from inches. This chart covers spools for filling reels.