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What is the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel, and what’s it used for?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel is a kingpinless plate mount caster shipped from Texas, Ohio, or Washington, featuring a 6 1/4″ x 7 1/2″ top plate and designed for extreme industrial tasks. It’s built to handle heavy loads with 3″ and 4″ wide wheels on angle-iron tracks for production settings like steel mills, power plants, automotive plants, chemical plants, mining operations, construction sites, heavy logistics hubs, power plants, shipyards, aerospace facilities, foundries, defense manufacturing, railway maintenance, high-temperature processing plants, and food processing, suitable for both manually moved and mechanically powered equipment. Note that grooved wheels are not suited for abuse and can crack if shock-loaded.

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What’s the load capacity of the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel supports up to 15,000 lbs per caster, with the VS wheel reaching up to 15,000 lbs on the 4″ wide wheel with tapered roller bearings under ideal manual conditions (up to 3 mph) on angle-iron tracks. Roller bearings offer a lower capacity—contact us for exact ratings. Avoid shock loading to prevent cracking.

What wheel sizes are available for the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel comes in 3″ and 4″ widths with diameters of 6″, 8″, 10″, and 12″, with overall heights of 6” x 3” or 6” x 4” = 8.5”, 8” x 3” or 8” x 4” = 10-1/2”, 10” x 3” or 10” x 4” = 12-1/2”, and 12” x 4” = 15-1/2”. The V-groove design (7/8″ width, 7/16″ depth) is optimized for angle-iron tracks in production, with the 4″ wide wheel maximizing load capacity.

What materials are used in the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel features a zinc-plated steel frame with a stainless steel option, a precision machined swivel bearing, and thick legs, ensuring durability. The VS wheel is made from ductile steel with a 45,000 PSI tensile strength, designed for angle-iron track use but vulnerable to cracking under shock.

What bearings are used in the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel comes with tapered roller bearings (up to 15,000 lbs on 4″ wide wheels) or roller bearings for lower capacities. For specific needs, call Caster City at 800-501-3808.

What brake options are available for the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel offers a Swivel Lock (weld-on or bolt-on), a Weld On Face Contact Brake, or a TB Pedal on Side top lock brake. These options lock the wheel or swivel for stability on angle-iron tracks, avoiding shock loads.

Can the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel handle wet or corrosive environments?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel has a zinc-plated steel frame that resists rust, with a stainless steel option for wet or corrosive settings like oil rigs or mining. Its ductile steel wheel suits dry or wet angle-iron tracks but may mark floors and is not built for abusive shock loads.

Which industries use the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel is used in steel mills, power plants, automotive plants, chemical plants, mining operations, construction sites, heavy logistics hubs, power plants, shipyards, aerospace facilities, foundries, defense manufacturing, railway maintenance, high-temperature processing plants, and food processing, ideal for angle-iron track production tasks like moving ore carts or assembly line equipment. Avoid shock-loading to prevent cracking.

How do I maintain the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel for long-term use?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel requires greasing the lubrication fittings on the raceway, wheel bearings, and axle regularly. Its ductile steel construction ensures long life on angle-iron tracks—don’t exceed 15,000 lbs per caster or apply shock loads that could cause cracking.

Can the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel be used with powered equipment?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel is built for both manual and mechanically powered equipment thanks to its precision machined swivel bearing. For powered setups, call Caster City at 800-501-3808 to confirm safety, avoiding shock loads.

What size is the mounting plate on the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel has a top plate of 6 1/4″ x 7 1/2″ with bolt hole spacing of 4 1/2″ x 6″ slotted to 4 1/8″ x 6 1/8″, using 3/8″ mounting bolts, making it a robust fit for replacing old casters or track systems. Contact us for detailed specs.

Where can I buy the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel is available at www.castercity.com or get more details there, shipped from Texas, Ohio, or Washington. For custom setups or questions, call Caster City at 800-501-3808 or email sales@castercity.com.

What are the overall heights for the Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel?

The Heavy Duty Industrial Plate Caster Model 100 with VS V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel has the following overall heights: 6” x 3” or 6” x 4” wheel is 8.5”, 8” x 3” or 8” x 4” wheel is 10-1/2”, 10” x 3” or 10” x 4” wheel is 12-1/2”, and 12” x 4” wheel is 15-1/2”, ensuring compatibility with 3″ and 4″ wide wheels for angle-iron track setups. These heights help determine fit, avoiding shock loads.

Key Features of the Plate Caster Model 100 with “VS” V-Groove Ductile Steel Wheel

• Construction: Zinc-plated steel frame with stainless steel option
• Weight Capacity: Up to 15,000 lbs per caster, VS wheel up to 15,000 lbs with tapered roller bearings (4″ wide)
• Wheel Sizes: 6” x 3” to 12” x 4” (3″ and 4″ widths)
• Bearings: Tapered roller bearings or roller bearings
• Brake Options: Swivel Lock (weld-on or bolt-on), Weld On Face Contact Brake, Pedal on Side of Wheel Brake (TB)
• Top Plate: 6 1/4″ x 7 1/2″ with bolt hole spacing 4 1/2″ x 6″ slotted to 4 1/8″ x 6 1/8″
• Overall Heights: 6” x 3” or 6” x 4” wheel (8.5”), 8” x 3” or 8” x 4” wheel (10-1/2”), 10” x 3” or 10” x 4” wheel (12-1/2”), 12” x 4” wheel (15-1/2”)
• Groove Specifications: 1-3/8” width, 11/16” depth (standard)
• Applications: Steel mills, power plants, automotive plants, chemical plants, mining operations, construction sites, heavy logistics hubs, power plants, shipyards, aerospace facilities, foundries, defense manufacturing, railway maintenance, high-temperature processing plants, food processing