4″ High Capacity Rubber Total Lock Plate Caster 3A
$26.45
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Description
4″ Gray High Capacity Rubber Wheel. Ball Bearings in the Wheel.
Shown here at Caster City with 5″ high capacity TPR soft gray rubber wheel.
The RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the Zinc-Plated Total Locking Caster Model 3A is a great pick for light industrial casters. It features soft non-marking TPR rubber—gray injection molded thermoplastic rubber tires—mechanically bonded to a polyolefin center. The wheel is made for 3”, 4”, and 5” diameters (1.25” wide) and supports up to 350 lbs per wheel at room temperature on smooth floors in hospitals, pharmaceutical labs, food service, and institutional applications. The soft gray rubber caster wheel has a maintenance-free annular sealed ball bearing. It provides a softer ride than polyurethane, withstands exposure to many chemicals and solvents, absorbs shock, rolls over small objects, protects costly floor surfaces, and minimizes vibration. The metal caster yoke assembly, constructed from stamped steel and zinc-plated to resist corrosion, includes a ⅜” diameter axle bolt and a ½” diameter steel rivet holding the swivel raceways together, with two rows of ball bearings for smoother swiveling. A total lock brake locks both the wheel and the swivel on a swivel caster at the same time. This makes it ideal for a total locking industrial caster needing a quiet, high-capacity wheel and a secure metal fork assembly for sensitive settings.
The RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel works best on dry factory floors. It excels with its cost-effective design, keeping smooth rolling and floor protection in hospital or lab setups, with soft non-marking TPR rubber offering better operating traits than any other wheel material. The metal caster assembly enhances durability with a dust cover shielding the swivel bearings from dirt, giving reliable performance. The total lock brake feature ensures safety by immobilizing both the wheel and swivel action when the metal pedal brake is engaged—reduce capacity ratings by 50% and pick the largest practical diameter for manual movement to lessen effort. The bonding agent holding the rubber tire to its polyolefin center can be affected by some chemicals, impact, overloading, or heat buildup, but this wheel and metal fork assembly shine in clean, dry environments, making these zinc-plated casters a smart choice for institutional applications needing a gentle, protective wheel.
Application Use
- Healthcare (Up to 350 lbs): Hospital beds, medical carts, IV poles — Non-marking, rubber wheels
- Education (Up to 300 lbs): Classroom chairs, library carts — Polypropylene, rubber wheels
- Offices (Up to 300 lbs): Office chairs, desks — Soft rubber, nylon wheels
- Retail (Up to 300 lbs): Display racks, shopping carts — Non-marking, polyurethane wheels
- Food Service (Up to 1250 lbs, NSF certified): Food carts, kitchen equipment — Stainless steel, high-temp wheels
- Industrial (Up to 350 lbs): Moving dollies, stocking carts — Hard rubber, nylon wheels
- Hospitality (Up to 300 lbs): Banquet tables, laundry carts — Chrome, rubber wheels
- Warehouses (Up to 1500 lbs): Shelving, carts — Polyurethane, steel wheels
- Manufacturing (Up to 350 lbs): Assembly lines, material handling — Phenolic, rubber wheels
FAQ
Zinc-Plated Total Locking Caster Model 3A with 1.25-Inch Wide RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel
What material is the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel made from in the Zinc-Plated Total Locking Caster Model 3A?
The RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the Model 3A total locking caster has soft non-marking TPR rubber—gray injection molded thermoplastic rubber tires—mechanically bonded to a polyolefin center, creating a protective wheel for smooth rolling in sensitive settings.
What applications are best for the total locking caster with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels in hospitals and labs?
The total locking caster with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels is perfect for hospitals, pharmaceutical labs, food service, and institutional applications, where a plate mount caster moves loads on smooth floors in dry settings like labs or kitchens, keeping equipment secure with its total lock brake.
What bearing type comes with the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the total lock caster?
The RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the total lock caster uses a maintenance-free annular sealed ball bearing for smooth rolling in institutional applications on dry factory floors.
Can the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the total locking caster roll on rough floors?
No, the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the total locking caster is built for smooth floor surfaces only—rough floors or obstructions will damage these zinc-plated casters and shorten their life.
Are the zinc-plated casters with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels good for standing loads?
Nope, the zinc-plated casters with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels don’t work for standing loads, as the tires may take a permanent set or develop flat spots if left under load for extended periods.
How do I protect the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the Zinc-Plated Total Locking Caster Model 3A from damage?
Keep the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the Model 3A total lock caster free from shock, overloading, abuse, and exposure to some chemicals, impact, or heat buildup, which can affect the bonding agent holding the tire to its center and the stamped steel construction’s performance.
Do the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels in the total lock caster leave marks on floors in sensitive settings?
No, the soft non-marking TPR rubber build of the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels in the total lock caster is ideal for protecting costly floor surfaces in hospitals or food service spots.
Why are the total locking casters with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels good for sensitive applications?
The total locking casters with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels provide a softer ride than polyurethane, absorb shock, minimize vibration, and roll over small objects quietly, with the zinc-plated stamped steel assembly ensuring stability, making them a smart choice for sensitive applications without a big price tag.
What’s the load capacity for the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the plate mount caster, and how do I adjust for manual movement?
The RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel in the plate mount caster holds up to 350 lbs per wheel at room temperature, but reduce capacity ratings by 50% and pick the largest practical diameter for manual movement to lessen the effort required.
How does the metal pedal brake work on the Total Locking Caster Model 3A with the RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheel and stamped 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 stamped 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 RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels important for safety in applications like butchering or welding?
The total lock brake on the Model 3A plate mount caster with RH High Capacity Soft Gray Rubber Wheels locks the swivel and the wheel, completely immobilizing the stamped steel assembly to prevent the object—like a cart, table, or workbench—from moving when someone leans against it while cutting, welding, or butchering, ensuring safety during such tasks.
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