FAQ

Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with 1.25-Inch Wide RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel

What material is the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel made from in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3?

The RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster has a non-marking gray thermoplastic rubber tire with a Shore 90-95A durometer, mechanically bonded to a polyolefin center, designed for quiet rolling and vibration reduction in sensitive settings.

What applications are best for the light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels in institutional settings?

This light-duty stainless steel swivel caster with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels is perfect for food service, hospitals, and science labs in institutional settings, where it moves carts or tables on smooth floors in dry or washdown environments, ensuring quiet operation, shock absorption, and floor protection with an optional total lock brake for stability.

What bearing type comes with the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster?

The RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster comes with sealed precision ball bearings, protected by plastic spanner bushings that act as thread guards and shield against moisture, ensuring smooth rolling on smooth floors in institutional applications.

Can the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel swivel caster roll on rough floors?

No, the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel swivel 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 swivel casters with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels in the Model SS-3 good for standing loads?

No, the stainless steel swivel casters with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels in the Model SS-3 are not ideal for standing loads—don’t exceed 50% of the rated capacity for prolonged parked applications, as the tires may take a permanent set or develop flat spots.

How do I protect the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 from damage?

Protect the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster by avoiding overloading, uneven floors, harsh impacts, or certain chemicals that might affect the bonding over time, ensuring its performance in washdown environments.

Do the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster leave marks on floors in institutional settings?

No, the non-marking gray thermoplastic rubber tire design of the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels in the Model SS-3 light-duty swivel caster is perfect for protecting floor surfaces in hospitals, labs, or other institutional settings.

Why are the stainless steel swivel casters with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels good for institutional washdown applications?

The stainless steel swivel casters with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels reduce noise and vibration, resist chemicals and solvents, and provide smooth rolling, with the stainless steel assembly ensuring corrosion resistance, making them a practical choice for washdown applications in institutional settings.

What’s the load capacity and temperature range for the RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster, and how do I handle high-temperature applications or prolonged parking?

The RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheel in the Model SS-3 light-duty plate caster supports up to 300 lbs per wheel at room temperature and operates from -20°F to 450°F; the caster can handle up to 400°F due to its raceway seals, with the TL and TB brakes being high temp compatible—don’t exceed 50% of the rated capacity for prolonged parking to avoid flat spots, and consult Caster City for extended high-temp use.

What brake options are available for the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster 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 are the mounting specifications for the Stainless Steel Swivel Plate Caster Model SS-3 with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels?

The Model SS-3 has a mounting plate size of 2 3/8” x 3 5/8” with a slotted bolt hole pattern of 1 3/4” x 2 7/8” to 3”, designed to use 5/16” mounting bolts, ensuring secure attachment for institutional equipment like carts or tables.

Why is the optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels important for safety in hospital or lab settings?

The optional total lock brake on the Model SS-3 swivel plate 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 caster a trusted choice for institutional applications in wet settings?

The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial 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 caster enhance stability for lab or hospital equipment in institutional settings?

The Model SS-3 light-duty stainless steel industrial 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 swivel plate caster with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels?

For more information or to request 2D cut sheets, data sheets, or 3D CAD files for the Model SS-3 swivel plate caster with RF Soft Gray Rubber Caster Wheels, contact Caster City at 800-501-3808 or email sales@castercity.com.