5″ White Nylon Wheel – Plate Swivel Caster 3

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Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel

What is the Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel?

The Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel is a swivel plate caster featuring a non-marking nylon 6 wheel with a slight crown tread and a zinc-plated steel bracket. With precision sealed ball bearings, 1-1/4” or 2” tread width, 3” to 5” diameters, and a 350 lbs capacity, this light duty industrial caster is NSF-rated, washable, and ideal for sanitary settings like food processing plants, hospitals, or pharmaceutical labs, with no flat spotting.

Why choose these industrial casters for sanitary applications?

This plate caster combines a chemical-resistant nylon 6 wheel with a robust swivel plate caster bracket, supporting 350 lbs without flat spotting. NSF-rated and non-marking, it’s perfect for washdown environments in food processing, hospitals, or labs when paired with a stainless steel frame, making it a top industrial caster choice.

How do these casters and wheels resist chemicals in pharmaceutical labs?

The nylon 6 wheel in this light duty industrial caster resists chemicals, acids, bases, greases, oils, blood, salt, brine, and solvents, ideal for dry or wet lab settings. For corrosive environments, upgrade the zinc-plated bracket to stainless steel to maintain the caster’s sanitary performance.

How does the slight crown tread enhance this swivel plate caster?

The slight crown tread on the nylon wheel reduces push/pull forces and eases direction changes, paired with the swivel plate caster’s smooth bracket for ergonomic movement. This makes the caster ideal for heavy carts in hospitals, labs, or food processing plants on smooth floors.

How easy is it to push the Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel?

This industrial caster rolls effortlessly at 350 lbs capacity due to the wheel’s hard Shore 75D nylon tread, slight crown, and precision sealed ball bearings, complemented by the swivel plate caster’s smooth swivel action, perfect for manual pushing in labs, hospitals, or food processing plants.

Can I park these casters and wheels under load?

Yes, the hard nylon 6 wheel in this plate caster prevents flat spotting, even under heavy loads for long periods, ensuring reliable performance in hospitals, labs, or food processing settings. Avoid excessive static loads to maintain the caster’s integrity.

Are these industrial casters suitable for rough floors?

No, the nylon wheel in this light duty industrial caster is designed for smooth, dry or wet floors without obstructions. It’s ideal for sanitary settings like labs, hospitals, or food processing plants, not rough or abusive environments.

Can the Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel be used in washdown environments?

The nylon wheel is 100% washable and steam cleanable, suited for wet environments. For full washdown compatibility, use a stainless steel frame and stainless steel bearings with this swivel plate caster, as the zinc-plated frame isn’t ideal for prolonged wet conditions.

Do these casters and wheels require maintenance?

No, the precision sealed ball bearings in the wheel and swivel plate caster bracket are maintenance-free, ensuring smooth rolling. Regularly inspect for wear and clean to maintain hygiene in washdown settings like food processing or labs.

What are the mounting specs for this plate caster?

The Plate Caster Model 3 has a 2 3/8” x 3 5/8” top plate with a slotted bolt hole pattern of 1 3/4” x 2 7/8” to 3”, using 5/16” bolts, fitting standard carts or shelving for industrial casters in sanitary settings.

Is the Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel NSF-rated for food service?

Yes, this light duty industrial caster and its nylon wheel are NSF-rated, making them ideal for food service, hospitals, or pharmaceutical labs in dry or wet environments where hygiene is critical.

How do I replace the NY Solid Nylon Wheel on this swivel plate caster?

Match the wheel’s diameter (3” to 5”), 1-1/4” or 2” tread width, and 3/8” axle. Choose a solid nylon 6 wheel with a slight crown tread and precision sealed ball bearings (or other options like stainless steel or Delrin) for the same non-marking, sanitary performance of this plate caster.

How does this industrial caster compare to polyolefin casters for sanitary settings?

The Plate Caster Model 3 with NY Solid Nylon Wheel offers higher capacity and a broader temperature range than polyolefin casters, with superior chemical and impact resistance. Both are sanitary and non-marking, but this industrial caster excels for heavy loads and washdown settings like food processing or hospitals.

What bearing options are available for this light duty industrial caster?

This swivel plate caster offers precision sealed ball bearings, roller bearings, stainless steel ball or roller bearings, Delrin bearings, or plain bore for the wheel. Precision sealed ball bearings are ideal for washdown, while stainless steel enhances corrosion resistance in wet settings.

Can this plate caster handle heavy loads in food processing plants?

Yes, this light duty industrial caster supports 350 lbs per caster in all sizes, resists impacts and chemicals, and prevents flat spotting, making it reliable for heavy carts in food processing plants or hospitals on smooth floors.

What are the advantages of the swivel design in this swivel plate caster?

The swivel plate caster’s bracket features two ball bearings on hardened raceways and a metal dust cap, ensuring smooth 360-degree movement with the nylon wheel’s crowned tread, protecting raceways from dirt in sanitary settings like labs or food processing plants.