4″ Black Polyolefin Swivel Wheel – Stainless Steel 3
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Description
4″ Polyolefin ( Black ). Swivel Bearing Seal & Grease Fitting. Shown in photo with 5″ wheels. Plate Caster Stainless Steel Model 3 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 corrosive or wet 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 level 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.
Polyolefin Caster Wheels from Caster City
Polyolefin Caster Wheels are injection molded from a blend of thermoplastic polymers, forming a one-piece solid sanitary design that prioritizes durability and hygiene. These wheels are available with a plain bore, precision sealed ball bearings, roller bearings, or Delrin bearings for smooth operation across various light to medium-duty applications. As a cost-effective and lightweight option, polyolefin wheels are hard, non-marking, and non-conductive, offering superior resistance to water, chemicals, solvents, acids, grease, oils, and gasoline. Their unique composition ensures excellent abrasion resistance and impact absorption, making them a reliable choice for environments where sanitation and floor protection are essential.
Polyolefin Caster Wheels are particularly suited for wet and corrosive applications due to their outstanding resistance to most commonly encountered liquids, ensuring long-lasting performance. Their slightly crowned tread enhances rollability and maneuverability, and they do not develop flat spots when parked for extended periods. With a hardness of 65–70 Shore D, these wheels provide floor protection, low noise, and easy cleaning, while remaining impervious to sterilization processes. However, they can become brittle in cold, dry environments like refrigerated storerooms and should not be used in freezers or heat applications above 180°F during intermittent usage, such as rack washers.
Ideal for bakeries, food processing, dairies, meat packaging, laundries, supermarkets, warehouses, manufacturing plants, cleanrooms, medical facilities, and offices, these wheels excel where chemical resistance and non-marking performance are critical. Capable of handling impacts and loads up to 900 lbs per wheel depending on size, they offer economical mobility in harsh conditions. For reliable, sanitary, and floor-friendly caster solutions tailored to your needs, contact Caster City to explore custom configurations of our durable Polyolefin Caster Wheels.
FAQ
Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with 1.25-Inch Wide PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore)
What material is the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) made from in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3?
The PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster is a solid polyolefin wheel, designed for lightweight, non-marking performance and resistance to water, chemicals, oils, and solvents in sanitary settings.
What applications are best for the light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) in institutional settings?
This light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) is ideal 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 non-marking performance and chemical resistance with an optional total lock brake for stability.
What bearing type comes with the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster?
The PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster comes standard with a plain bore for a 3/8” axle, providing simple, reliable rolling on smooth floors in institutional applications.
Can the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel swivel caster roll on rough floors?
No, the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) 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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 good for standing loads?
Yes, the stainless steel swivel casters with PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 are good for standing loads, as they do not flat-spot over time, making them reliable for prolonged parked applications.
How do I protect the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 from damage?
Protect the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) 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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?
No, the non-marking design of the PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) 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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) good for institutional washdown applications?
The stainless steel swivel casters with PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) offer smooth rolling, resist water, chemicals, oils, and solvents, and provide lightweight operation, with the stainless steel assembly ensuring corrosion resistance, making them a practical choice for washdown applications in institutional settings.
What’s the load capacity and temperature range for the PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster, and how do I handle high-temperature applications?
The PB Polyolefin Wheel (Plain Bore) in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster supports up to 300 lbs per wheel and operates from -20°F to 180°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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore)?
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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore)?
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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore) 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 PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore)?
For more information or to request 2D cut sheets, data sheets, or 3D CAD files for the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with PB Polyolefin Wheels (Plain Bore), 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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