A total lock (dual brake) caster locks both the swivel action and the wheel rotation at the same time, holding equipment completely stationary — useful anywhere a cart or fixture needs to stay fully put during use.
Where a swivel lock or wheel brake alone only stops one type of motion, total lock stops both — common at checkout counters, treatment stations, and workstations where the equipment truly can’t move while in use.
Checkout counters, treatment/exam stations, workstations, and any fixture that needs to be fully immobile during use, not just directionally controlled.
Using a swivel-only or brake-only caster where full immobility is actually needed. If the equipment must not move at all during use, total lock is the right spec, not a partial locking mechanism.
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Is total lock the same as a wheel brake?
No — a wheel brake alone stops rolling but not swiveling. Total lock stops both at once.
Can total lock casters still swivel and roll when unlocked?
Yes — total lock is engaged and released as needed, functioning as a normal swivel caster when not locked.