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Download 2D File5″ All Polyurethane Wheel – Stainless Steel Swivel Caster 3A
$73.05
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Technical Specifications
Wheel Diameter
5
Caster City Recommendation
Ollie Recommends!
Non-Marking
Yes
Wheel Width
1 1/4
Wheel Bearing
Delrin
Maximum Capacity (lbs)
300 lbs
Overall Height
6 1/4"
Swivel Radius
4
Color
Blue
Weight
3 lbs
Description
5″ All Polyurethane Wheel. 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. The center pin of This plate caster is a ½” diameter steel rivet which holds the swivel raceways together and the diameter of the axle bolt is ⅜”. Plate Caster Model 3A caster brackets have two rows of ball bearings rotating on raceways for smoother swiveling. 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 great for hospitals.
This solid all polyurethane industrial caster wheel was developed for sanitary and washdown applications, and is capable of rolling indoors or outdoors. The blue all polyurethane (“AP”) caster wheel is manufactured in 1-¼” and 2” wide; with diameters ranging from 3”-5” and 4”-8”. Caster City manufactures this (“AP”) blue all polyurethane wheel to come with a roller bearing, delrin bearings, or a sealed precision ball bearing and all bearing options are available in stainless steel as well. The temperature range of this industrial caster wheel is -50°to 180° F and the durometer of the polyurethane is Shore 60D.
These wheels are non marking and non conductive. The absence of a metal center eliminates bond failure as a cause for wheel replacement. These caster wheels are especially suited for use with stainless steel casters in wet and corrosive applications. They are designed for use in Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Hospitals, and Food Processing Plants – wherever a clean sanitary design is desired. These wheels are not recommended for applications involving shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or for storage (standing) loads. Hardness is 60 – 65 Durometer Shore D. Temperature range is -20° to 180° F.
These wheels are designed for use in a wet environment and they eliminate the possibility of tire separation.
Total Locking Stainless Caster Model 3A Application Use:
- Healthcare and Medical
- Hospital beds (exposed to washdowns and cleaning agents)
- Medical carts (used in sterile, frequently cleaned areas)
- IV stands (subject to spills and cleaning)
- Surgical tables (in operating rooms with rigorous sanitation)
- Diagnostic equipment (e.g., mobile X-ray machines in damp environments)
- Patient lifts (used in wet areas like bathrooms)
- Autoclave equipment (exposed to steam and moisture)
- Food and Beverage
- Food processing equipment (e.g., conveyors, mixers in wet processing areas)
- Food service carts (in kitchens with steam and washdowns)
- Kitchen equipment (e.g., mobile ovens, mixers exposed to moisture)
- Dishwashing carts (constantly wet from cleaning)
- Brewery and winery equipment (in humid, wet fermentation areas)
- Dairy processing equipment (in high-hygiene, washdown environments)
- Hospitality
- Hotel luggage carts (in coastal hotels or pool areas)
- Housekeeping carts (used in bathrooms or wet cleaning areas)
- Banquet tables (in outdoor or humid event spaces)
- Room service carts (exposed to spills and outdoor conditions)
- Marine and Coastal
- Equipment on ships (e.g., maintenance carts exposed to saltwater)
- Dockside equipment (e.g., loading carts in salty, wet conditions)
- Coastal area equipment (e.g., beach maintenance tools in humid, salty air)
- Pharmaceutical and Laboratory
- Cleanroom carts (in sterile, washdown environments)
- Sterile equipment movers (exposed to cleaning chemicals)
- Laboratory benches on wheels (in chemical-heavy labs)
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment (in areas with corrosive substances)
- Industrial and Manufacturing
- Material handling carts in chemical plants (exposed to corrosive chemicals)
- Equipment in wastewater treatment plants (in wet, corrosive settings)
- Automotive painting booths (with chemical and moisture exposure)
- Semiconductor manufacturing equipment (in cleanrooms with washdowns)
- Oil and gas industry equipment (e.g., in refineries or offshore platforms with saltwater)
- Mining equipment (in wet, muddy conditions)
- Construction equipment (in outdoor, humid, or coastal job sites)
- Transportation and Logistics
- Laundry trucks (frequently washed and exposed to moisture)
- Dollies (in wet warehouses or coastal distribution centers)
- Stock carts (in humid storage or outdoor loading areas)
- Shopping carts (in coastal or humid retail settings)
- Aviation and aerospace plant equipment (in hangars with moisture or chemicals)
- Distribution center equipment (in corrosive or wet storage environments)
- Entertainment and Retail
- Stage equipment (e.g., lighting rigs in outdoor or coastal venues)
- Lighting rigs in theaters (in humid or outdoor performance spaces)
- Retail display units (in coastal stores with salty air exposure)
- Other Applications
- Zoo and animal care equipment (e.g., cages, feeding carts in washdown areas)
- Swimming pool equipment (exposed to chlorine and moisture)
- Greenhouse equipment (in humid, wet plant-growing environments)
FAQ
Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A with 1.25-Inch Wide Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel
What material is the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel made from in the Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A?
The Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the Model 3A total locking caster is a solid one-piece molded polyurethane wheel in an industry-standard blue color, with a Shore 65D durometer, eliminating bond failure issues for durable performance in sanitary settings.
What applications are best for the total locking caster with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels in labs and hospitals?
The total locking caster with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) 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 Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the total lock caster?
The Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the total lock caster offers a variety of bearing options, including stainless steel precision sealed ball bearings or roller bearings, keeping smooth rolling in institutional applications on smooth floors.
Can the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the total locking caster roll on rough floors?
No, the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) 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 Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels good for standing loads?
Nope, the stainless steel casters with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels don’t work for standing loads—don’t exceed 70% of the rated capacity for applications parked for prolonged periods, as they may cause flat-spotting.
How do I protect the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the Stainless Steel Total Locking Plate Caster Model 3A from damage?
Keep the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the Model 3A total lock caster free from shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, rack washers, and exposure to excessive conditions, which can affect its performance and the stainless steel construction’s durability.
Do the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels in the total lock caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?
No, the non-marking solid polyurethane build of the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels in the total lock caster is ideal for protecting floor surfaces in labs or hospital washdown areas.
Why are the total locking casters with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels great for food processing and washdown applications?
The total locking casters with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels are great for food processing and washdown applications because the wheel’s solid one-piece design prevents water from pooling up at any location, enabling water to drain off all surfaces, and they withstand exposure to oil, grease, water, most chemicals, solvents, and up to 10% acidity, with the stainless steel assembly ensuring corrosion resistance and stability, making them a smart choice without a big price tag.
What’s the load capacity and temperature range for the Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the plate mount caster, and how do I adjust for prolonged parking?
The Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheel in the plate mount caster holds a max capacity of 300 lbs per wheel and per caster at room temperature and works from -50°F to 180°F, but don’t exceed 70% of the rated capacity for applications parked for prolonged periods to avoid flat-spotting.
When would I choose a rigid caster over the total locking caster for institutional equipment with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) 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 Blue All Polyurethane (AP) 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 Blue All Polyurethane (AP) Caster Wheels important for safety in hospital or lab settings?
The total lock brake on the Model 3A plate mount caster with Blue All Polyurethane (AP) 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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September 6, 2023
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