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Download 2D File3″ Polyolefin Wheel – Stainless Steel Swivel Caster 3A
$43.79
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Technical Specifications
Wheel Diameter
3
Caster City Recommendation
Ollie Recommends!
Non-Marking
Yes
Wheel Width
1 1/4
Wheel Bearing
Plain
Maximum Capacity (lbs)
240 lbs
Overall Height
4 1/4"
Swivel Radius
3
Color
Black
Weight
2.5 lbs
Description
3″ Polyolefin Wheel. Shown in photo with 5″ wheels. This Total Locking Stainless Caster Model 3A is our stainless steel total locking institutional caster which uses the same Model 3 1-¼” wide wheels. This caster is made using a stamped steel construction. This plate caster uses a ⅜” diameter axle and the swivel caster raceway is held together by a ½” diameter rivet. Plate Caster Model 3A contains two ball bearings in the swivel and the raceways have been hardened for long performance life. There is a solid cover over the swivel raceways to shield them from dirt and dust. This plate caster performs best if you limit the load to no more than 1200 lbs on a set of 4 Model 3A casters. The Total Locking Stainless Caster Model 3A is excellent for medical equipment.
The Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A is a great pick for institutional stainless steel caster needs in labs, hospitals, and food processing plants where sanitary conditions and washdowns are critical. This wheel is injection molded from a blend of thermoplastic polymers, forming a one-piece solid sanitary design, made in 1-¼” wide with 3”, 4”, and 5” diameters, holding a max capacity of 300 lbs per wheel and per caster on smooth floors with either a flat or crowned tread face, offering plain bore or sealed ball bearings. It’s very resistant to most commonly encountered liquids, making it especially suited for wet and corrosive applications like washdown environments, and it won’t develop flat spots if left parked for a prolonged period, though it has a lower capacity and more limited temperature range than Nylon wheels. The stainless steel caster assembly, made from 304 stainless steel with a stamped steel construction, includes a double ball bearing swivel for smoother movement, a ⅜” diameter axle, a ½” diameter steel rivet holding the swivel raceways together, and a solid cover shielding the raceways from dirt and dust. A total lock brake locks both the wheel and the swivel on a swivel caster at the same time, ensuring equipment like carts and tables stays completely immobile when the brake is engaged, making it perfect for safety in labs and hospitals. Total locking casters are important because in cutting, welding, sawing, or similar tasks, people will lean against the worktable while doing their dangerous cut, and the total lock caster prevents anything in the caster from moving, totally immobilizing wheel and swivel rotation of the caster.
These polyolefin wheels don’t work well with shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or rack washers, but their one-piece solid sanitary design makes them durable for tough settings like pharmaceutical labs and food processing plants. The stainless steel assembly adds durability, giving reliable performance in dry or wet washdown settings like hospital kitchens or labs, ensuring safety with the total lock brake feature when the metal pedal brake is engaged, making this plate caster a smart choice for institutional equipment needing corrosion resistance and stability in wet environments where resistance to commonly encountered liquids is key.
FAQ
Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A with 1.25-Inch Wide Polyolefin Caster Wheel
What material is the Polyolefin Caster Wheel made from in the Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A?
The Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the Model 3A total locking caster is injection molded from a blend of thermoplastic polymers, forming a one-piece solid sanitary design, ensuring durability in wet and corrosive settings.
What applications are best for the total locking caster with Polyolefin Caster Wheels in labs and hospitals?
The total locking caster with Polyolefin Caster Wheels is perfect for labs, hospitals, and food processing plants in institutional settings, where a plate mount caster moves equipment like carts and tables on smooth floors in dry or wet washdown environments, keeping equipment secure with its total lock brake.
What bearing types come with the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the total lock caster?
The Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the total lock caster offers either a plain bore or sealed ball bearings, with a flat or crowned tread face, keeping smooth rolling in institutional applications on smooth floors.
Can the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the total locking caster roll on rough floors?
No, the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the total locking caster is built for smooth floor surfaces only—rough floors or obstructions will damage these stainless steel casters and shorten their life.
Are the stainless steel casters with Polyolefin Caster Wheels good for standing loads?
The stainless steel casters with Polyolefin Caster Wheels work well for standing loads, as they won’t develop flat spots if left parked for a prolonged period, making them a reliable choice for stationary applications.
How do I protect the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A from damage?
Keep the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the Model 3A total lock caster free from shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, and rack washers, which can affect its performance and the stainless steel construction’s durability.
Do the Polyolefin Caster Wheels in the total lock caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?
The Polyolefin Caster Wheels in the total lock caster are not specified as non-marking, so check your floor type in labs or hospital washdown areas to ensure compatibility.
Why are the total locking casters with Polyolefin Caster Wheels great for institutional washdown applications?
The total locking casters with Polyolefin Caster Wheels are great for institutional washdown applications because they’re very resistant to most commonly encountered liquids, with a one-piece solid sanitary design that ensures durability, and the stainless steel assembly ensures corrosion resistance and stability, making them a smart choice without a big price tag.
What’s the load capacity for the Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the plate mount caster, and how does it compare to Nylon wheels?
The Polyolefin Caster Wheel in the plate mount caster holds a max capacity of 300 lbs per wheel and per caster at room temperature, but it has a lower capacity and more limited temperature range than Nylon wheels.
When would I choose a rigid caster over the total locking caster for institutional equipment with Polyolefin Caster Wheels?
Choose a rigid caster over the total locking caster when you need equipment like carts or tables to move in a straight line without swiveling, such as in long hospital hallways or lab corridors, ensuring controlled movement and preventing sideways drift during transport.
How does the metal pedal brake work on the Total Locking Caster Model 3A with the Polyolefin Caster Wheel and stainless steel assembly?
The metal pedal brake on the Total Locking Caster Model 3A locks both the wheel and the swivel bearing at the same time, completely immobilizing the stainless steel assembly and turning it into an extension of the leg, keeping the caster secure for safety in stationary applications like carts or tables.
Why is the total lock brake on the Model 3A plate mount caster with Polyolefin Caster Wheels important for safety in hospital or lab settings?
The total lock brake on the Model 3A plate mount caster with Polyolefin Caster Wheels locks the swivel and the wheel, completely immobilizing the stainless steel assembly to prevent the object—like a cart, table, or lab equipment—from moving when someone leans against it while working, cleaning, or setting up, ensuring safety during such tasks. Total locking casters are important because in cutting, welding, sawing, or similar tasks, people will lean against the worktable while doing their dangerous cut, and the total lock caster prevents anything in the caster from moving, totally immobilizing wheel and swivel rotation of the caster.
What makes the total lock brake on the Model 3A total locking caster a trusted safety feature for institutional washdown applications?
The total lock brake on the Model 3A total locking caster ensures complete immobilization by locking both the wheel and the swivel bearing simultaneously, transforming the caster into a rigid extension of the equipment leg, preventing any movement during critical tasks like cleaning, maintenance, or setup in institutional washdown settings, making it a trusted choice for safety-focused environments.
How does the total lock brake on the Model 3A total locking industrial caster enhance stability for hospital or lab equipment in washdown environments?
The total lock brake on the Model 3A total locking industrial caster locks the wheel and swivel bearing at the same time, fully immobilizing the stainless steel assembly to eliminate any risk of movement, ensuring hospital or lab equipment—like carts, tables, or workstations—stays firmly in place during cleaning, sterilization, or setup in washdown environments, providing unmatched stability and safety in high-precision settings. Total locking casters are important because in cutting, welding, sawing, or similar tasks, people will lean against the worktable while doing their dangerous cut, and the total lock caster prevents anything in the caster from moving, totally immobilizing wheel and swivel rotation of the caster.
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