Casters and Caster Wheels - Summary

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Casters
Caster City supplies a full line of casters for all of your material handling needs. Our selection includes both steel casters and stainless steel casters. Our institutional casters are ideal for most needs and our industrial casters are perfect if you're looking for a heavy duty caster. We have special casters such as our Total Locking Caster Model 3A, which locks both the wheel and the swivel, our very popular Pneumatic Caster and our Super Caster. Below is our listing of Casters.

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Casters - 200 Lbs. - Model L3 Stem Mount Casters

These institutional stem casters are ideal for most types of institutional equipment, and are offered with a wide selection of wheels. Offered with 3/8" - 16 x 1 1/4" threaded stem and 7/16" x 1 1/2" grip ring stem.
Steel Casters: Caster City Model 3 Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3 - Small Plate Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. These institutional casters are ideal for most types of institutional equipment, and are offered with a wide selection of wheels. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3 - Large Plate Mount

These institutional casters are ideal for most types of institutional equipment, and are offered with a wide selection of wheels. Large "universal" mounting plate. Offered in Rigid and Swivel Caster Models.

Steel Casters: Threaded Stem Casters Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3 - Stem Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. These institutional stem casters are ideal for most types of institutional equipment, and are offered with a wide selection of wheels. Offered in Threaded Stem and Expanding Rubber Stem models.

Stainless Steel Casters: Caster City Model 3 Stainless Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. Stainless steel casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Features: The caster brackets are made of stamped stainless steel. Swivels are standard with a seal and grease fitting except with high temperature wheels. Wheel Bearing: Roller Bearing, Ball Bearings, Delrin Bearings, Plain Bore. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Stainless Steel Casters: Caster City Model 3 Economy Stainless Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model K3 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. Stainless steel casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Features: The caster brackets are made of stamped stainless steel. Wheel Bearing: Roller Bearing, Ball Bearings, Delrin Bearings, Plain Bore. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Stainless Steel Casters: Caster City Model 3 Stem Caster Stainless Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3 - Stem Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. Stainless steel stem casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Features: The caster brackets are made of stamped stainless steel. Swivels are standard with a seal and grease fitting except with high temperature wheels. Wheel Bearing: Roller Bearing, Ball Bearings, Delrin Bearings, Plain Bore. Offered in Threaded Stem Caster and Expanding Rubber Stem Caster models.

Stainless Steel Casters: Caster City Model 3 Stem Caster Economy Stainless Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model K3 - Stem Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. Stainless steel stem casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Features: The caster brackets are made of stamped stainless steel. Wheel Bearing: Roller Bearing, Ball Bearings, Delrin Bearings, Plain Bore. Offered in Threaded Stem Caster and Expanding Rubber Stem Caster models.

Total Locking Casters: Caster City Model 3A Total Locking Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3A - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. These institutional casters are ideal for pharmaceutical and medical equipment. The non-marking gray soft rubber and polyurethane wheels provide maximum floor and cargo protection, quiet operation, and extremely easy rolling. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models. Available with Total Lock Brake. This brake simultaneously locks the wheel and the swivel making it a total locking caster. One step on the activating pedal instantly locks the entire caster holding the equipment firmly in place. One step on the release pedal frees the swivel and wheel. This is a great total locking caster.

Total Locking Casters: Stem Caster Total Locking Casters - 300 lb. - Caster Model 3A - - Stem Mount

Capacity up to 300 pounds per caster. These institutional stem casters are ideal for pharmaceutical and medical equipment. The non-marking gray soft rubber and polyurethane wheels provide maximum floor and cargo protection, quiet operation, and extremely easy rolling. Offered in Threaded Stem and Expanding Rubber Stem models. Available with Total Lock Brake. This brake simultaneously locks the wheel and the swivel making it a total locking caster. One step on the activating pedal instantly locks the entire caster holding the equipment firmly in place. One step on the release pedal frees the swivel and wheel. This is a great total locking caster.

Heavy Duty Casters Casters - 900 lb. - Caster Model 9 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 900 pounds per caster. These rugged cold forged casters are recommended only for manually moved applications. Model 9 is our most popular industrial caster due to its widespread use throughout industry and its low initial cost. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Stainless Steel Casters Stainless Casters - 900 lb. - Caster Model 9 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 900 pounds per caster. Stainless steel casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Typical applications include Pharmaceutical Laboratories and Food Processing Plants. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

All Stainless - Caster Model 9 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 900 pounds per caster. All stainless steel casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive environment. Typical applications include Pharmaceutical Laboratories and Food Processing Plants. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models, Flat or V Groove.

Steel Casters: Caster City Model 14 Casters - 1400 lb. - Caster Model 14 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 1,400 pounds per caster. These cold forged casters have a larger swivel bearing and center pin than Model 9. Model 14 can be used on manually moved equipment subjected to heavier loads. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Steel Casters: Caster City Model G15 Casters - 1500 lb. - Caster Model G15 - Small Plate Mount

Capacity up to 1,500 pounds per caster. Model 15 begins our industrial casters with precision machined swivel bearings. This design provides superior performance on both manually moved and mechanically powered equipment. Benefits include easier swiveling, reduced swivel vibration, and longer trouble free performance. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Steel Casters: Caster City Model 15 Casters - 1500 lb. - Caster Model G15 - Large Plate Mount

Capacity up to 1,500 pounds per caster. Model 15 begins our industrial casters with precision machined swivel bearings. This design provides superior performance on both manually moved and mechanically powered equipment. Benefits include easier swiveling, reduced swivel vibration, and longer trouble free performance. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Heavy Duty Casters: Caster City Model 50 Casters - 5000 lb. - Caster Model 50 - Plate Mount

Capacity up to 5,000 pounds per caster. Model 50 has a large top plate and thick legs, which allow for heavy loads and more arduous service. Model 50 has a precision machined swivel bearing, which provides superior performance on both manually moved and mechanically powered equipment. Benefits include easier swiveling, reduced swivel vibration, and longer trouble free performance. Offered in Rigid Caster and Swivel Caster models.

Heavy Duty Casters: Caster City Model 150 Casters - 15,000 lb. - Caster Model 150 - Plate Mount

Model 150 is designed for the heaviest caster applications. Modification can be made to provide 20,000 lbs. capacity per caster when needed. Model 150 is almost exclusively used in conjunction with mechanically powered equipment. The benefits of a precision machined swivel bearing still apply: easier swiveling, reduced swivel vibration, and longer trouble free performance. Load ratings are based on manually moved loads at a speed up to 3 mph under ideal operating conditions. Your application will almost never involve ideal operating conditions, which is a good reason to rely on our experienced and knowledgeable staff for a recommendation.

Pneumatic Casters Pneumatic Casters - Plate Mount

These single wheel casters with air filled pneumatic tires are designed for fragile heavy cargo where caster overall height is not critical. They are best suited for shock absorption or for use outdoors over rough surfaces. Maintaining the proper air pressure in pneumatic casters can sometimes be a maintenance chore. Consult us for a reduced capacity rating if casters are to be moved with mechanically powered equipment. Offered in Rigid Pneumatic Caster and Swivel Pneumatic Caster models.

Pneumatic Caster Alternative Casters with Super Cushion Rubber Wheels

Resilience of a Pneumatic without air in the tire. SUPER CUSHION rubber caster wheels provide a cushioned ride, shock absorption and quiet operation. They can be used outdoors on grass or dirt but are not recommended for use on gravel. They are more resilient than pneumatics with none of the maintenance problems associated with air filled wheels.

Casters: Super Caster The Super Caster with Self-Energizing Rubber Wheels

SELF-ENERGIZING rubber wheels require the lowest draw bar effort ever devised in any resilient tread wheel. The prestressed rubber tire resists flattening under load, reduces "scrubbing" action when turning, and actually helps to roll the load. A minimum starting effort, and an extremely small draw bar pull to maintain motion (60% less than conventional rubber), allows one man to move loads (up to 3000 lbs.) that before required several men. Vertical bonding (with approximately seven times the area of conventional wheels) eliminates bond failure as a cause for wheel replacement. The steel side discs dissipate heat so that the tire remains cool after hours of uninterrupted operation. Sealed tapered roller bearings are pre-adjusted in the wheel to assure they always maintain proper adjustment.

Caster Wheels
Our Caster Wheel selection covers all of the bases. With both hard and soft materials, we have just the right wheel for your job. Our Caster Wheels are not only for our casters but may be used as replacements in your current equipment. Many of our customers buy our caster wheels for special projects and they are never even installed in casters. For tips on choosing the right caster wheel, go to our Tips Page. Below is our listing of Caster Wheels.

Caster Wheels - Premium Rubber PREMIUM Rubber Caster Wheels

PREMIUM rubber caster wheels have a special compound of highly resilient soft rubber bonded to thick aluminum wheel centers. Unlike Conventional Moldon rubber caster wheels, PREMIUM rubber caster wheels can be moved manually when loaded to their rated capacities. Selecting PREMIUM rubber caster wheels means you do not have to give up the benefits of a resilient wheel (full floor and cargo protection) in order to get rollability. PREMIUM rubber caster wheels are dependable, require little or no maintenance, and improve efficiency in manually moved operations.

SUPER CUSHION Rubber Caster Wheels

SUPER CUSHION rubber caster wheels have a noise absorbing and shock isolating extra resilient soft rubber tread bonded to thick aluminum wheel centers. They are designed for use in Hospitals, Scientific and Electronic Laboratories, Department Stores, Hotels, TV and Movie Studios - wherever noise and vibration should be eliminated. They are ideally suited for moving fragile or delicate cargo. They are more resilient than pneumatics with none of the maintenance problems associated with air filled wheels.

Extra Soft Rubber Caster Wheels

The extra soft rubber on these caster wheels helps to absorb vibration and shock, thus protecting the load or cargo while in transit. Another benefit of these extra soft rubber caster wheels is noise reduction. These caster wheels are designed for use in Hospitals, Electronic and Scientific Laboratories, Hotels, Department Stores, TV and Movie Studios - wherever vibration and noise should be eliminated.

Caster Wheels - Moldon Rubber Conventional Moldon Rubber Caster Wheels

These Conventional Moldon rubber caster wheels have soft rubber tires molded onto iron centers. Soft rubber provides more desirable operating characteristics than any other wheel material. It is quiet, absorbs shock (prolonging equipment life and protecting cargo), can roll over small objects, protects costly floor surfaces, and minimizes vibration. The Conventional Moldon rubber caster wheel falls short of perfection in its limitation under load - it does not roll easily.

Caster Wheels: Gray Rubber Gray Rubber Caster Wheels

These caster wheels have gray non-marking injection molded rubber mechanically and chemically bonded to a polyolefin center. They are especially suited for use in Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Hospitals, Food Service and other Institutional applications. These caster wheels provide a softer ride than polyurethane and yet withstand exposure to many chemicals and solvents. They can be used in industrial applications which do not involve shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors or storage (standing) loads.

Caster Wheels: Solid Polyurethane All Polyurethane (Solid Poly) Caster Wheels

These solid all polyurethane caster wheels are non marking and non conductive. The absence of a metal center eliminates bond failure as a cause for wheel replacement. These caster wheels are especially suited for use with stainless steel casters in wet and corrosive applications. They are designed for use in Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Hospitals, and Food Processing Plants - wherever a clean sanitary design is desired. These wheels are not recommended for applications involving shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or for storage (standing) loads. Hardness is 70 - 75 Durometer, Shore D. Temperature range is -20° to 180° F. Standard color is Blue.

Caster Wheels: Polyurethane with Iron Centers Polyurethane Caster Wheels with Iron Centers

Polyurethane is superior to rubber in resistance to grease, oil, cutting, chunking, and abrasive wear. These caster wheels can be used on almost any dry factory floor. As with moldon rubber, the bonding agent which holds the polyurethane tire to its iron center can be affected by exposure to some chemicals, impact, overloading, and the buildup of heat. Tire hardness is 90 to 95 Durometer, Shore A. Temperature range is -20° to 180° F. The principle benefit of a polyurethane wheel over the same size rubber wheel is increased capacity. Given the same size load on a smooth floor, a polyurethane caster wheel rolls easier than the same size conventional rubber caster wheel.

Polyurethane Crown Tread Caster Wheels with Aluminum Centers (PCA)

These non-marking wheels are easy rolling and can be used on both hard floors and carpet. The crown shape of the tread allows the wheel to roll on carpet without bunching up the carpet in front of its path. When used in a swivel caster, it also enables the swivel to rotate easier than with flat tread wheels. The Extra Large Sealed Precision Ball Bearings in these wheels are maintenance free and prevent grease from coming in contact with floors. All of these features, taken together, make these wheels the most cost effective over the long run.

Polyurethane Caster Wheel with Polyolefin Center  Polyurethane Caster Wheels with Polyolefin Centers

These caster wheels are non marking injection molded polyurethane tires mechanically and chemically bonded to a polyolefin center. They are especially suited for use in Research Laboratories, Hospitals, Food Service, Schools, Bakeries and other Institutional applications. These caster wheels are easier rolling than Gray Rubber on smooth floors. They withstand exposure to many chemicals and solvents. They can be used in industrial applications which do not involve shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors or storage ( standing ) loads.

Caster Wheels: Phenolic Phenolic Caster Wheels

Phenolic caster wheels are made from heavy weave canvas duck, impregnated with phenolic resin, and molded under high pressure and temperature. Its hardness is comparable to polished maple flooring. Phenolic caster wheels are recommended for smooth concrete or wood floors, and can be used for storage (standing) loads without permanent set. These caster wheels are highly resistant to oil, grease, water, mild acids, and animal fat. They are affected in various degrees by strong acids and some alkaline solutions. Temperature range is -20° to +250° F, with intermittent use up to 300° F. Phenolic caster wheels will carry loads as great as the same size iron wheel. The wheel material may chip or cut from contact with steel plate or from rolling over steel parts on the floor. The wheel tread may show wear from repeated travel over rough surfaces. Phenolic caster wheels are best for loads beyond the capacity of the same size rubber wheel. Floor wear is slight except where floors are already starting to deteriorate.

Caster Wheels: Polyolefin Polyolefin Caster Wheels

These polyolefin caster wheels are especially suited for use in wet and corrosive applications. They are injection molded from a blend of thermoplastic polymers, forming a one piece solid sanitary design. Temperature range 30° to +180° F. In a cold dry environment, such as in a refrigerated storeroom, polyolefin may become brittle. Caster wheels are standard with a plain bore, Delrin bearing, or a Roller bearing. Polyolefin is very resistant to many commonly encountered liquids.

Polyolefin Caster Wheels High Temperature Caster Wheels

A new high temperature special material designed specifically for autoclaves, sterilizers, bakery ovens, and other high temperature applications. These solid black caster wheels come only with a hard surface tread designed for high capacity and easy rolling on smooth floors. Temperature rating: 450° F continuous. The solid wheel design eliminates tire separation as a cause for wheel replacement. These caster wheels are not brittle like high temperature fiberglass wheels, and are more resistant to damage from impact. They have zero maintenance plain bores, designed to rotate on a stainless steel spanner bushing. Stainless bushings must be ordered separately.

Gray Iron Caster Wheels Gray Iron (Semi-Steel) Caster Wheels

These iron caster wheels provide high capacity and are less expensive than forged steel caster wheels. They are practical for use on wood block or hardened smooth concrete. On untreated concrete they tend to cause rapid floor deterioration. Although the treads are machined smooth to minimize floor wear, iron caster wheels are not recommended where floor or cargo protection is needed. Gray iron is a tough, long wearing material, but it does not have the impact strength of ductile or forged steel. These caster wheels withstand shock and impact in all but the most severe applications.

Caster Wheels - Ductile Steel Ductile Steel & Forged Steel Caster Wheels

Where loads are too heavy for floor protective wheels, or where unusually severe service factors are present, forged steel & Ductile steel caster wheels will do the job. Usually in these applications the user will not consider floor wear as too great a penalty considering the work that is being done. Forged steel caster wheels will damage most factory floors, and thus are generally used on steel plate, in channel, or as V-groove wheels rolling on angle iron track. Forged steel & Ductile steel caster wheels have high ductility and tensile strength, and thus can absorb shock or impact without failure. These solid (spokeless) wheels are unbreakable in normal service. Their load ratings are limited by bearing capacity only.

All Stainless Steel Caster Wheels (SS)

Solid Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Roller Bearings. Capacity up to 1500 lbs. per wheel. Available in 4" x 2" and 6" x 2" Sizes.

V-Groove Caster Wheels V-Groove Caster Wheels

V-groove caster wheels are designed to guide equipment by rolling on inverted angle iron track. Elevated track minimizes problems caused by floor debris. The relief groove at the base of the "V" equalizes the load on each face of the angle. Forged Steel V-groove caster wheels minimize wear of the V-groove sides and are best for frequent operation. When not operating on track, the considerable wheel tread on each side of the V-groove allows for use on smooth floors. It is important that if more than one track is used they are parallel, straight and level. Otherwise V-groove wheels may bind or run up over the track.


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