3″ White Nylon Swivel Wheel – Stainless Steel 3
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Description
3″ White Nylon Wheel. Swivel Bearing Seal & Grease Fitting. Shown in photo with 5″ wheels. Model 3 Stainless Steel is a light duty stainless steel industrial caster capable of up to 300lbs of weight per caster depending on the wheels. The stainless casters are formed of stamped 304 stainless steel. These casters are ideal for use in a wet or corrosive setting. This model comes standard with a seal on the turn bearing and lubricated fittings for the moving parts. The center pin is a 1/2” stainless steel rivet and the axle diameter is 3/8”. Optional lube axle bolt is available with a lubed fitting in the bolt head for lubricating the wheel. The swivel turn bearing consists of 2 rows of ball bearings for ease of swiveling. It also come standard with a metal cover shield to prevent the swivel caster from dust and dirt. Lastly, this model’s mounting plate is 2 3/8” x 3 5/8” and the hole pattern is slotted to : 1 3/4” x 2 7/8” – 3”. It is designed to use a mounting bolt size of 5/16”. High polish (mirror) finish is available upon request. The Stainless Steel Caster Model 3 is built and extended for use on flat floors and in hand powered applications where there is no wrong use of any kind. Avert usage with mechanical towed applications and where there are shock loads. This stem caster is NSF and ROHS compliant.
Nylon Wheels from Caster City
Caster City’s Nylon Caster Wheels, injection molded from solid nylon 6, are an outstanding choice for supporting heavy loads without relying on metal wheels, delivering high capacity comparable to most metal wheels while remaining lightweight and floor-friendly. Available in 1-¼” or 2” tread widths and diameters ranging from 3” to 8”, these wheels are 100% washable, steam cleanable, and impervious to water, with exceptional resistance to organic solvents, chemicals, acids, bases, greases, oils, blood, salt, brine, and cleaning solutions. Their non-marking, hard 75D durometer tread with a slight crown ensures smooth rolling, making them ideal for wet environments like food processing and packaging plants where hygiene and chemical resistance are paramount.
These nylon industrial caster wheels are engineered for durability, offering excellent resistance to shocks and impact loads, along with superior abrasion resistance and toughness. They do not develop flat spots, even under prolonged static loads, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications. The wheels absorb moisture, making them well-suited for wet environments without compromising structural integrity. With versatile bearing options, including plain bore, precision sealed ball bearings, roller bearings, stainless steel ball bearings, stainless steel roller bearings, or Delrin bearings, these wheels can be customized for optimal performance across various industrial settings.
Nylon Caster Wheels provide an ideal combination of high load capacity, chemical resistance, and floor protection, making them a top choice for industries such as manufacturing, food processing, and environments exposed to corrosive substances. Their ability to handle heavy loads, impacts, and harsh conditions while remaining lightweight and easy to maneuver distinguishes them as a versatile solution. For durable, high-performance caster solutions tailored to your specific requirements, contact Caster City to explore our injection-molded Nylon 6 Caster Wheels.
FAQ
Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with 1.25-Inch Wide NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings)
What material is the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) made from in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3?
The NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster is a solid white nylon wheel with a Shore 90D durometer, featuring delrin bearings for corrosion resistance and smooth rolling in sanitary settings.
What applications are best for the light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) in institutional settings?
This light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) is perfect for food processing plants, hospitals, and labs in institutional settings, where a plate mount caster moves carts or tables on smooth floors in dry or washdown environments, ensuring chemical resistance and non-marking performance with an optional total lock brake for stability.
What bearing type comes with the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster?
The NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster comes standard with delrin bearings, which are corrosion-resistant and ideal for wet environments, ensuring smooth rolling on smooth floors in institutional applications.
Can the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel swivel caster roll on rough floors?
No, the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel swivel caster is designed for smooth floor surfaces only—rough floors or obstructions will damage these stainless steel casters and shorten their lifespan.
Are the stainless steel swivel casters with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 good for standing loads?
No, the stainless steel swivel casters with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 are not ideal for standing loads—prolonged static loads should be avoided to prevent potential damage to the wheel.
How do I protect the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 from damage?
Protect the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster by avoiding shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, or rough floors, ensuring its performance in washdown environments.
Do the NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?
No, the non-marking design of the NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster is perfect for protecting floor surfaces in hospitals, labs, or other institutional settings.
Why are the stainless steel swivel casters with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) good for institutional washdown applications?
The stainless steel swivel casters with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) offer smooth rolling, resist water, chemicals, oils, and solvents, and provide durable operation with delrin bearings for added corrosion resistance, with the stainless steel assembly ensuring reliability, making them a practical choice for washdown applications in institutional settings.
What’s the load capacity and temperature range for the NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster, and how do I handle high-temperature applications?
The NY White Nylon Wheel (Delrin Bearings) in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster supports up to 350 lbs per wheel and operates from -40°F to 220°F; the caster can handle up to 400°F due to its raceway seals, with the TL and TB brakes being high temp compatible—consult Caster City for extended high-temp use beyond the wheel’s limit.
What brake options are available for the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings)?
The Model SS-3 offers three stainless steel brake options: the Total Locking Brake (TL) to lock both wheel and swivel (high temp compatible), the Top Lock Brake (TB) with a metal pedal on the side (high temp compatible), and the Plastic Top Lock Brake (PTB) with a plastic pedal behind the wheel (not high temp usable due to the plastic pedal).
What are the mounting specifications for the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings)?
The Model SS-3 has a mounting plate size of 2 3/8” x 3 5/8” with a slotted bolt hole pattern of 1 3/4” x 2 7/8” to 3”, designed to use 5/16” mounting bolts, ensuring secure attachment for institutional equipment like carts or tables.
Why is the optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings) important for safety in hospital or lab settings?
The optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster locks the swivel and wheel, fully immobilizing the stainless steel assembly to prevent movement of objects—like carts, tables, or lab equipment—when someone leans on them during tasks such as working, cleaning, or setup, ensuring safety in hospital or lab environments. 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.
What makes the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial caster a trusted choice for institutional applications in wet settings?
The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial caster is a trusted choice for wet institutional settings due to its 304 stainless steel construction, NSF and ROHS compliance, raceway seals for high-temp use up to 400°F, zerk fitting, and dust cover for the swivel bearing, offering corrosion resistance and durability for washdown environments like labs or hospitals.
How does the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial caster enhance stability for lab or hospital equipment in institutional settings?
The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial caster enhances stability for lab or hospital equipment with its double ball bearing swivel for smooth rotation, raceway seals and dust cover for durability, and brake options like TL, TB, and PTB to secure equipment—like carts or tables—firmly in place during operations, ensuring safety in institutional settings.
How can I contact Caster City for more information or to request 2D cut sheets, data sheets, or 3D CAD files for the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings)?
For more information or to request 2D cut sheets, data sheets, or 3D CAD files for the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with NY White Nylon Wheels (Delrin Bearings), contact Caster City at 800-501-3808 or email sales@castercity.com.
Application Use
- Healthcare & Medical: Hospitals and medical facilities, surgical settings and IV poles, medical carts, hospital beds, pharmaceutical laboratories, biotech and clean rooms, animal cages and veterinary facilities
- Food & Beverage Industry: Food processing plants, food service and restaurants, bakeries, beverage industry, kitchen equipment and food carts
- Hospitality & Education: Hospitality and hotels, banquet tables, laundry carts, education facilities such as classroom chairs and library carts
- Office & Retail: Offices including office chairs and desks, retail environments such as display racks and shopping carts
- Industrial & Manufacturing: Manufacturing facilities for assembly lines and material handling, industrial settings like moving dollies and stocking carts, chemical processing plants, high-temperature settings, metal fabrication shops, oil and gas operations, aerospace and aviation, automotive industry
- Warehousing & Distribution: Warehouses and distribution centers including shelving and carts
- Marine & Harsh Environments: Marine environments, washdown operations, water treatment plants, HVAC and power plants, outdoor and harsh weather settings, underwater or submersible applications
- Miscellaneous: Shipbuilding and entertainment venues
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