6″ Gray All Polyurethane Wheel – Model 9 Swivel Caster

FAQ

Zinc-Plated Plate Caster Model 9 with HU Heavy Duty Solid All Polyurethane Wheel

What is the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel designed for?

The Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel is a swivel plate caster or rigid plate caster featuring a non-marking, gray solid polyurethane wheel with a 2-inch tread width and nylon collar, designed for high-capacity, sanitary mobility in casters and wheels for pharmaceutical labs, hospitals, and food processing plants, supporting up to 1200 lbs.

How does the HU Wheel’s solid construction benefit sanitary applications?

The HU Wheel’s solid polyurethane eliminates bond failure, and its nylon collar prevents corrosion, ensuring durability for heavy duty industrial casters in wet, corrosive settings like food processing plants or labs, maintaining hygiene.

What weight can the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel hold?

This heavy duty industrial caster supports up to 1200 lbs per caster, ideal for heavy equipment in food processing plants, hospitals, or retail settings, with the HU Wheel handling high loads on smooth floors.

What sizes does the HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel come in for this caster?

The HU Wheel is available in 4”, 5”, 6”, 8”, or 10” diameters with a 2” tread width, fitting plate casters or swivel plate casters for sanitary environments like labs, hospitals, or food service.

What environments work best for the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel?

This caster excels in wet, corrosive settings like hospitals, food processing plants, and labs, as well as institutional (schools, offices) and industrial (retail, workshops) areas with smooth floors, where casters and wheels need non-marking, high-capacity performance.

Does the HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel resist chemicals and water?

Yes, it withstands water, mild chemicals, and solvents, ideal for wet environments like food service, though the zinc-plated frame limits frequent washdown use compared to stainless steel casters.

How do I mount the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel on equipment?

It has a 4 x 4-1/2-inch top plate with a 2-5/8 x 3-5/8 to 3 x 3-inch bolt hole pattern, using 3/8” bolts, making it easy to mount heavy duty industrial casters on carts in labs or food processing plants.

Is the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel safe for food service areas?

Yes, the HU Wheel is assumed NSF-rated, ideal for food service casters and wheels where hygiene is critical; verify regulations, as the zinc-plated frame is less suited for frequent washdowns.

What bearing options come with the HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel?

The HU Wheel features assumed precision sealed ball bearings for smooth, maintenance-free rolling, enhancing heavy duty industrial casters in labs, hospitals, or retail settings.

Can the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel handle rough floors?

No, it’s designed for smooth, dry or wet floors without obstructions, ideal for heavy duty industrial casters in labs or food processing plants, not rough or abusive environments.

How does the HU Wheel’s crown tread reduce rolling resistance?

The slight crown tread minimizes rolling resistance, ensuring easier movement for casters in high-capacity applications like hospital equipment or food processing carts, despite limited shock absorption.

What are the temperature limits for the HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel?

Operating from -30°F to 180°F, the HU Wheel suits wet and indoor environments for casters and wheels in labs, food service, or workshops, maintaining performance in typical conditions.

How does the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel compare to nylon casters?

The HU Wheel offers higher capacity (up to 1200 lbs) and non-marking performance compared to nylon casters, but lacks shock absorption, making it better for sanitary, high-load settings like labs.

Can the HU Heavy Duty Solid Polyurethane Wheel be left under load?

Avoid prolonged static loads to prevent flat spotting, as the hard polyurethane may take a set. Use for casters in food processing or labs with frequent movement.

What maintenance does the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel require?

The HU Wheel’s assumed precision sealed ball bearings and swivel plate caster’s sealed swivel bearings are maintenance-free; regular cleaning prevents debris buildup in food service or labs.

What brake options are available for this heavy duty industrial caster?

This plate caster offers the TB Top Lock Brake (metal, side-mounted, high-temp), UFCB Universal Bolt On Face Contact Brake (bolt-on, wheel-locking), TL Total Lock Brake (locks wheel and swivel, incompatible with swivel locks/raceway seals), and Swivel Locks (weld-on or bolt-on), ensuring safety for heavy duty industrial casters in labs or retail.

How does the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel benefit schools or offices?

The HU Wheel’s non-marking, high-capacity design protects floors and supports heavy loads, ideal for heavy duty industrial caster carts in schools or offices with smooth floors, ensuring quiet operation.

Why is the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel suited for retail or workshops?

The HU Wheel’s up to 1200 lbs capacity and low rolling resistance make it perfect for heavy duty industrial caster carts in retail (e.g., stock carts) or workshops (e.g., equipment racks), offering durable, non-marking performance with TB, UFCB, TL, or Swivel Lock brakes.

What maintenance does the Zinc-Plated Model 9 Caster with HU Wheel require?

Precision sealed or stainless steel ball bearings are maintenance-free, while needle roller or Delrin bearings may need occasional lubrication; regular cleaning prevents debris buildup for heavy duty industrial casters in food service or labs.