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Stainless Steel Swivel Stem Caster Model SS-3 with 1.25-Inch Wide TM Phenolic Wheel
What material is the TM Phenolic Wheel made from in the Stainless Steel Swivel Stem Caster Model SS-3?
The TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 swivel stem caster is a solid phenolic resin wheel with a Shore 90D durometer, designed for high load capacity, chemical resistance, and cost-effective durability in sanitary settings.
What applications are best for the light-duty stainless steel stem caster with TM Phenolic Wheels in institutional settings?
This light-duty stainless steel stem caster with TM Phenolic Wheels is perfect for food processing plants, hospitals, and labs in institutional settings, where a stem mount caster moves carts or tables on smooth floors in dry or washdown environments, offering chemical resistance and affordability with an optional total lock brake for stability.
What bearing type comes with the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster?
The TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster comes with a plain bore for a 3/8” axle, using either stainless steel or delrin spanners for smooth rolling in institutional applications.
Can the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel stem caster roll on rough floors?
No, the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel stem 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 stem casters with TM Phenolic Wheels in the Model SS-3 good for standing loads?
No, the stainless steel stem casters with TM Phenolic Wheels in the Model SS-3 are not ideal for standing loads—prolonged static loads should be avoided to prevent potential damage to the wheel.
How do I protect the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Stainless Steel Swivel Stem Caster Model SS-3 from damage?
Protect the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 stem caster by avoiding shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, or rough floors; while it can absorb moisture over time, it takes years to succumb to environmental exposures like water, ensuring long-term reliability in washdown settings.
Do the TM Phenolic Wheels in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?
The TM Phenolic Wheels in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster may leave marks on softer floors in institutional settings like hospitals or labs, so check your floor type to ensure compatibility and consider floor protection if needed.
Why are the stainless steel stem casters with TM Phenolic Wheels good for institutional washdown applications?
The stainless steel stem casters with TM Phenolic Wheels offer smooth rolling, resist water, chemicals, oils, and solvents, and provide a cost-effective, durable solution, taking years to succumb to moisture absorption, with the stainless steel assembly ensuring corrosion resistance, making them a pragmatic choice for washdown applications in institutional settings.
What’s the load capacity and temperature range for the TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster, and how do I handle high-temperature applications?
The TM Phenolic Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stem caster supports up to 350 lbs per wheel and operates from -50°F to 250°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 Stem Caster Model SS-3 with TM Phenolic Wheels?
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 stem types are available for the Stainless Steel Swivel Stem Caster Model SS-3 with TM Phenolic Wheels?
The Model SS-3 is compatible with grip ring stems, threaded stems, round stems, square stems, stems with cross holes (both round and square), and expanding rubber stems, providing versatile mounting options for institutional equipment like carts or tables in labs or hospitals.
Why is the optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 stem caster with TM Phenolic Wheels important for safety in hospital or lab settings?
The optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 stem 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 stem caster a trusted choice for institutional applications in wet settings?
The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial stem 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 stem caster enhance stability for lab or hospital equipment in institutional settings?
The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial stem 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 stem caster with TM Phenolic Wheels?
For more information or to request 2D cut sheets, data sheets, or 3D CAD files for the Model SS-3 stem caster with TM Phenolic Wheels, contact Caster City at 800-501-3808 or email sales@castercity.com.
Application Use
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
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