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4″ x 1.25″ Ergonomic Orange Polyurethane on Polyolefin Wheel – Plate Swivel Caster 3

$29.99

PN: 3ERGX4X1.25-S
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Technical Specifications

4
Wheel Diameter
4
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Caster City Recommendation
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Yes
Non-Marking
Yes
80A
Durometer
80A
1 1/4
Wheel Width
1 1/4
Precision Sealed
Wheel Bearing
Precision Sealed
350 lbs
Maximum Capacity (lbs)
350 lbs
5 1/8"
Overall Height
5 1/8"
3 1/2
Swivel Radius
3 1/2
Orange
Color
Orange
PTBTB
Zinc Brake Codes
PTB, TB
LA
Lube Axle Code
LA
Mounting PlateTop Plate
Plate Fastener Type
Mounting Plate, Top Plate
Top Plate
Plate Mounting Type
Top Plate
Weight
Weight
2 lbs

Description

ERGX Caster with 1.25″ Wide Ergonomic Polyurethane Wheel

The ERGX Caster, available in swivel (3ERGX3x1.25-S) and rigid (3ERGX3x1.25-R) models, features a 1.25″ wide ERG Wheel designed for smooth, quiet, and efficient mobility. The vibrant orange, injection-molded 80A polyurethane tread is mechanically bonded to a lightweight polyolefin center, offering superior durability and a bouncy feel like a tennis ball. This ergonomic crown tread reduces push-pull forces, making it easy to start from a stop or change directions while using less energy to keep rolling. Dual precision sealed ball bearings in the wheel hub ensure quiet operation and low maintenance. The caster’s stamped steel frame, coated with bright zinc plating, resists rust and supports up to 350 pounds per caster. Ideal for research laboratories, hospitals, food service, schools, and bakeries, this NSF-listed caster outperforms gray rubber wheels by rolling easier on smooth floors like tile or wood.

The swivel model uses a 1/2 inch rivet and two ball bearings on hardened raceways for smooth turns, with a metal dust cap shielding the swivel area from dirt. The rigid model locks wheels for straight-line travel, perfect for controlling carts in long halls. Both models feature a 2 3/8 inch by 3 5/8 inch mounting plate with slotted holes (1 3/4 inch by 2 7/8 inch to 3 inch) for 5/16 inch bolts and a 3/8 inch axle. The polyurethane tread resists grease, oil, cutting, chunking, and abrasive wear, making it suitable for nearly any factory floor. It also withstands many chemicals and solvents, ensuring reliability in institutional settings. The ERGX Caster’s ergonomic design reduces operator fatigue, enhancing efficiency in busy environments like food prep areas or medical facilities.

This caster excels in clean, smooth-floor settings but should avoid shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or long-term storage loads to protect the tread’s bonding agent, which may weaken with certain chemicals or heat buildup. Available in 3-inch, 4-inch, and 5-inch wheel diameters, the 3-inch version offers a 3.5-inch overall height, keeping equipment low and stable. The NSF listing ensures compliance for food and health environments, making it a top choice for bakeries and hospitals. Whether swiveling for tight turns or rigid for straight paths, the ERGX Caster combines advanced materials and robust construction for dependable, energy-efficient performance in demanding applications.

Key Features:

  • Self-Energizing: The resilient nature of this extra-soft polyurethane tread means that it helps push itself along while under load.  It is a mildly self-energizing wheel that helps to reduce the force needed to start and maintain momentum.
  • Material: High-quality 80A polyurethane tread, mechanically bonded to a lightweight polyolefin center for exceptional strength and resilience and helping it climb over obstacles.
  • Ergonomic Crown Tread: The soft, bouncy polyurethane (comparable to a tennis ball) reduces push-pull forces, making directional changes from a standstill effortless and minimizing energy needed to maintain momentum.
  • Superior to Rubber: Polyurethane offers excellent resistance to grease, oil, cutting, chunking, and abrasive wear, ensuring long-lasting performance on nearly any factory floor.
  • Dual Precision Sealed Ball Bearings: Integrated into the hub for quiet operation, low maintenance, and smooth, efficient rolling.
  • Applications: Ideal for industrial carts, dollies, and equipment in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and other settings requiring reliable mobility and reduced operator fatigue.
  • Note: As with mold-on rubber wheels, the bonding agent securing the polyurethane tread to the polyolefin center may be affected by exposure to certain chemicals, impact, overloading, or heat buildup. Proper use ensures optimal durability.

The ERGX Wheel combines ergonomic design, advanced materials, and robust construction to deliver unmatched performance and efficiency in industrial applications.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the Plate Caster Model 3 with ERGX Wheel

What is the load capacity of the Plate Caster Model 3 with ERGX Wheel?

The Plate Caster Model 3 with ERGX Wheel supports up to 350 pounds per caster. For prolonged parked periods, do not exceed 50% of the rated capacity (175 pounds per caster) to protect the wheel’s polyurethane bond and maintain performance.

What materials are used in the construction of the Plate Caster Model 3?

The caster is built from stamped steel with bright zinc plating for corrosion resistance. It features a 3/8” diameter axle and, for the swivel model, a 1/2” diameter rivet. Two ball bearings on hardened raceways ensure smooth operation, and a metal dust cap protects the swivel raceways from dirt and dust.

What are the dimensions and mounting details of the Plate Caster Model 3?

The mounting plate measures 2 3/8” x 3 5/8” with a slotted hole pattern of 1 3/4” x 2 7/8” to 3”, designed for 5/16” mounting bolts, making it easy to secure to various equipment bases.

What are the key features of the ERGX Wheel?

The ERGX Wheel has a 1.25” wide, injection-molded 80A polyurethane tread, mechanically bonded to a lightweight polyolefin center, in a vibrant orange color. Its ergonomic crown tread reduces push-pull forces, offering a bouncy feel like a tennis ball for easier starts and turns. Dual precision sealed ball bearings ensure quiet, smooth rolling. The wheel resists grease, oil, cutting, chunking, and abrasive wear, and withstands many chemicals and solvents.

In what environments is this caster and wheel combination best suited?

The ERGX Caster is ideal for research laboratories, hospitals, food service areas, schools, bakeries, and other institutional settings. It excels on smooth floors in light industrial applications where corrosion resistance, quiet operation, and hygiene (NSF listing) are key, offering better rolling ease than gray rubber wheels.

What are the temperature limitations for the ERGX Wheel?

The ERGX Wheel is recommended for use between 32°F and 180°F. Operating outside this range may affect the polyurethane tread’s performance and the bond to the polyolefin center.

What are the advantages of the swivel design in the Plate Caster Model 3?

The swivel model includes two ball bearings on hardened raceways and a metal dust cap, providing smooth, reliable turning while protecting the raceways from dirt and dust, ideal for navigating tight spaces in institutional environments.

How does the ERGX Wheel protect floors and reduce noise?

The non-marking 80A polyurethane tread rolls smoothly and quietly on smooth floors like tile or wood, outperforming gray rubber wheels. It prevents floor damage and minimizes noise, making it perfect for hospitals and schools where quiet operation is essential.

What are the limitations of the ERGX Wheel?

The ERGX Wheel is not suitable for shock loads, impact, floor obstructions, or static loads. Avoid rough or uneven floors and limit parked loads to 175 pounds per caster to prevent stress on the polyurethane bond, which may also be affected by certain chemicals or heat buildup.

How should I maintain the Plate Caster Model 3 with ERGX Wheel?

Minimal maintenance is needed. The sealed ball bearings in the wheel and swivel raceways, protected by a metal dust cap, resist dirt and corrosion. Regularly inspect for wear, clean with mild soap, and avoid harsh chemicals to ensure long-lasting performance.

What is the purpose of the sealed bearings in the ERGX Wheel?

The dual precision sealed ball bearings in the wheel hub protect against dust and corrosion, ensuring smooth, quiet rotation and reducing maintenance needs, even in environments with frequent cleaning or light debris.

Is the Plate Caster Model 3 with ERGX Wheel NSF listed?

Yes, it is NSF listed, making it suitable for food service and healthcare settings where high sanitation standards are required, such as bakeries and hospitals.

What tread widths and wheel diameters are available for the ERGX Wheel on the Plate Caster Model 3?

The ERGX Wheel is available with a 1.25” tread width and in 3-inch, 4-inch, and 5-inch diameters, providing options for different equipment heights and load requirements.

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