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Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel FAQ

What is the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel used for?

It’s a premium light-duty stainless steel plate caster designed for sanitary and washdown applications in settings like pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, food processing plants, and labs. With a high-quality S304 stainless steel frame and APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel, this stainless steel caster ensures top-tier, clean, quiet operation in wet or corrosive environments, and its unique total-locking capability sets it apart from most stainless steel casters.

How much weight can the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel hold?

The Plate Caster SS-3 boasts a very high-quality bracket supporting up to 350 lbs per caster depending on the wheel selected. The APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel supports up to 350 lbs across all sizes (3”, 4”, 5”), aligning with the bracket’s premium capacity. This reflects its heavy-duty nature for a light-duty stainless swivel caster, and it’s not recommended for shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or standing loads.

What wheel sizes are available for the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

The APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel for the Plate Caster SS-3 comes in diameters of 3”, 4”, and 5” with a tread width of 1-¼”. Pick the size based on your load and floor type—larger diameters like 5” make it easier to roll on smooth surfaces.

What materials are used in the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

The Plate Caster SS-3 frame is crafted from premium S304 stainless steel with a dual ball bearing raceway, a ½” stainless steel rivet center pin, and a 3/8” axle and nut. It features a mechanically polished and buffed smooth reflective surface, two high-temperature white seals integrated with the raceway (temperature range -20°F to 450°F), and a grease fitting on the dust cover. The APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel is a blue solid polyurethane wheel locked to a polyolefin core with a 65D Shore durometer, eliminating bond failure due to the absence of a metal center.

How does the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel mount to equipment?

The Plate Caster SS-3 mounts via a standard top plate with a size of 2-3/8″ x 3-5/8”, bolt hole spacing of 1-3/4” x 2-7/8” to 3”, and uses 5/16″ mounting bolts, making it a solid fit for light equipment like carts or tables in sanitary settings. Optional larger mounting plates are available: S3 – Top Plate Size: 3-1/8″ x 4-1/8”, Bolt Hole Spacing: 2-3/8″ x 3-3/8”, Slotted to 1-3/4″ x 2-15/16″ (+$3.00), and S17 – Top Plate Size: 4″ x 4-1/2”, Bolt Hole Spacing: 2-5/8″ x 3-5/8” to 3″ x 3″ (+$5.00). Consult Caster City at 800-501-3808 for availability in your size.

What makes the APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel on the Plate Caster SS-3 special?

The APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel on the Plate Caster SS-3 is designed for cleanroom and washdown applications with its non-marking, quiet, rolling blue polyurethane tread. It’s great for sanitary settings like pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, and food processing plants, resisting water and chemicals with a temperature range of -50°F to 180°F, but isn’t suited for shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or standing loads.

What bearings are used in the APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel for the Plate Caster SS-3?

The APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel for the Plate Caster SS-3 can come with sealed ball bearings, delrin bearings, or stainless steel sealed ball bearings for smooth, quiet rolling in sanitary or wet environments. For special needs, call Caster City at 800-501-3808 to pick the right bearing.

What add-on options are available for the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

The Plate Caster SS-3 offers TB – Pedal on Side Top Lock Brake and -TL Total Locking Brake as add-on options, both constructed with S304 stainless steel, highlighting its rare total-locking capability among stainless steel casters. It also includes an optional lube axle with a lubricated fitting in the bolt head to grease the wheel, ensuring smooth operation in sanitary settings. The high-temperature white seals integrated with the raceway and grease fitting on the dust cover are standard.

Can the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel handle wet or corrosive environments?

Yes, the Plate Caster SS-3 with its premium S304 stainless steel frame and two high-temperature white seals (rated -20°F to 450°F) is perfect for wet or corrosive environments like food processing plants, hospitals, or labs. The APH wheel’s solid polyurethane design eliminates tire separation and resists water and chemicals with a temperature range of -50°F to 180°F, making it ideal for washdown applications.

Are the APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheels in the Plate Caster SS-3 safe for factory floors?

Yes, the APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel in the Plate Caster SS-3 is non-marking and designed to protect factory floors in sanitary settings like labs or hospitals. However, it’s not recommended for poor floors or applications with obstructions, as it may struggle in those conditions.

What are the top applications for the APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel in the Plate Caster SS-3?

These wheels in the Plate Caster SS-3 excel in pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, and food processing plants, transporting equipment in washdown areas. They’re built for clean, sanitary environments, not for heavy shock or abuse, and benefit from the rare total-locking feature.

Can the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel handle abusive conditions?

No, this total lock stainless caster is designed for clean, sanitary environments, not abusive conditions. The APH wheel isn’t suited for shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, or poor floors—it’s best for smooth surfaces in settings like labs, hospitals, or food plants where cleanliness and quiet operation are key.

Why are premium stainless steel plate casters like the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel good for material handling?

Premium stainless steel plate casters like the SS-3 are great for material handling in sanitary settings because they offer high-quality construction with a mechanically polished, reflective surface, two high-temperature white seals, and a grease fitting for durability and protection, plus a rare total-locking capability. The smooth, quiet rolling of the APH wheel makes it easy to move carts or equipment in hospitals, labs, or food plants without disruption.

Which industries use the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

The Plate Caster SS-3 is used in pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, food processing plants, steel mills, power plants, chemical plants, oil rigs, mining operations, heavy equipment manufacturing, logistics hubs, automotive, aerospace, boat building, observatories, and material handling. It’s perfect for sanitary applications requiring corrosion resistance, premium clean operation, and secure total-locking.

How do I maintain the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

Grease the swivel bearing via the grease fitting regularly to keep it smooth, and use the optional lube axle for the wheel as needed. The two high-temperature white seals and APH wheel’s sealed bearings are maintenance-free, ensuring quiet performance in washdown applications like food plants or hospitals.

Can the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel be used with powered equipment?

No, the Plate Caster SS-3 is designed for hand-powered use only due to its light-duty construction. For powered setups, consider a different caster model and call Caster City at 800-501-3808 for recommendations.

What is the top plate size of the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

The standard top plate for the Plate Caster SS-3 is 2-3/8″ x 3-5/8” with bolt hole spacing of 1-3/4” x 2-7/8” to 3” and uses 5/16″ mounting bolts, making it a solid fit for light equipment like carts or tables in sanitary settings. Optional larger mounting plates are available: S3 – Top Plate Size: 3-1/8″ x 4-1/8”, Bolt Hole Spacing: 2-3/8″ x 3-3/8”, Slotted to 1-3/4″ x 2-15/16″ (+$3.00), and S17 – Top Plate Size: 4″ x 4-1/2”, Bolt Hole Spacing: 2-5/8″ x 3-5/8” to 3″ x 3″ (+$5.00). Consult Caster City at 800-501-3808 for availability in your size.

Where can I buy the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel?

You can buy the Plate Caster SS-3 directly on this site or check out more details here. For custom setups or questions, call Caster City at 800-501-3808 or email sales@castercity.com—they’ll get you the right caster.

When was this FAQ last updated?

This FAQ was last updated at 09:04 PM PDT on Monday June 09 2025.

Key Features of the Plate Caster SS-3 with APH – Solid All Polyurethane Heavy Duty Wheel

• Construction: Premium S304 stainless steel, dual ball bearing raceway, ½” stainless steel rivet center pin, 3/8” axle and nut, metal cover shield, two high-temperature white seals, grease fitting on dust cover, mechanically polished reflective surface, NSF and ROHS compliant
• Weight Capacity: Up to 350 lbs per caster (bracket rated up to 350 lbs depending on wheel)
• Wheel Sizes: 3”, 4”, 5” diameters, 1-¼” wide
• Wheel Material: Blue solid polyurethane with polyolefin core, 65D Shore durometer
• Bearings: Sealed ball bearings, delrin bearings, or stainless steel sealed ball bearings
• Add-On Options: TB – Pedal on Side Top Lock Brake, -TL Total Locking Brake, optional lube axle
• Top Plate: 2-3/8″ x 3-5/8”, bolt hole spacing 1-3/4” x 2-7/8” to 3”, 5/16″ bolts (optional S3: 3-1/8″ x 4-1/8”, S17: 4″ x 4-1/2” available, consult Caster City)
  Applications: Pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, food processing plants, steel mills, power plants, chemical plants, oil rigs, mining operations, heavy equipment manufacturing, logistics hubs, automotive, aerospace, boat building, observatories, material handling