Description

The 2-30 dual wheel caster is engineered for the toughest industrial applications, delivering unmatched strength and reliability with a 5,000 lbs capacity when equipped with forged steel wheels. Crafted from hot-forged ASTM1045 steel, its 5/16” thick top plate and 3/8” double-welded steel legs ensure maximum durability, while the 3” diameter raceway with 1/2” ball bearings provides smooth, precise movement. Available in 4”, 5”, 6”, or 8” diameter wheels (each 2” wide), this heavy duty industrial caster offers versatility with a wide selection of wheel materials, bearings, and optional features like a 4-position swivel lock (SL4) or a hand-operated weld-on Face Contact Brake (FCB).

Built for ease of maintenance, the 2-30 swivel plate caster includes grease fittings in both the raceway and axle, keeping your casters and wheels performing at their best in demanding environments. Whether you need robust plate casters for heavy machinery or reliable industrial casters for warehouse equipment, the 2-30 is designed to withstand extreme conditions while offering customization to meet your needs. For detailed specifications, 2D cut sheets, or 3D CAD files, contact us at sales@castercity.com or call 800-501-3808.

*The photo shown is the Dual Wheel Heavy Duty Industrial Caster 2-30 with 6″ x 2″ Heavy Duty Orange Premium Polyurethane on Iron Wheel.  With Precision Sealed Ball Bearings.

For more information and help placing an order, give us a call at 800-501-3808.

Dual wheel casters are a superior choice for demanding heavy duty industrial applications. At Caster City, we specialize in providing heavy duty dual wheel caster solutions that distribute weight evenly across two wheels mounted side by side on a single swivel assembly. This design not only boosts stability and load capacity but also ensures smoother rolling on various surfaces, from smooth concrete floors to textured carpets. Ideal for industrial carts, furniture, and medical equipment, dual wheel casters minimize wear and tear while offering unparalleled durability—tailored to meet the needs of businesses seeking reliable, long-lasting performance without compromising on ease of use.

One of the key advantages of dual wheel casters is their innovative differential action, which allows the two wheels to rotate independently at different speeds or even in opposite directions during turns. This mimics the functionality of a vehicle differential, enabling the inner wheel to slow down or reverse slightly while the outer wheel spins faster to cover more ground. As a result, scuffing and scrubbing; common issues with single-wheel designs that can damage floors and cause unsightly marks — are dramatically reduced. Our dual wheel models promote easier rolling motion, protecting your floor surfaces and extending the life of both the casters and your flooring, making them perfect for high-traffic environments like warehouses, hospitals, and offices where floor preservation is essential.

Finally, dual wheel casters excel in reducing the forces required to change direction, making maneuvering heavy loads effortless and efficient. With less “wheel scrubbing” during pivots, you’ll experience lower pushing or pulling effort, which translates to reduced user strain and improved productivity in fast-paced settings. At Caster City, we manufacture these casters with premium polyurethane on iron center, forged steel wheels, ultra high capacity nylon wheels, and ductile steel wheels with a variety of bearing choices to suit any application.  Bearing choices include, needle roller bearings, precision sealed ball bearings, or tapered roller bearings.

Applications List for Plate Caster Model 2-30

• Manufacturing Plants: Heavy machinery transport carts, industrial press movers, assembly line equipment carts, and large tool carts, handling extreme loads in dry factory settings.
• Construction Sites: Material handling carts for steel beams, mobile crane bases, heavy scaffolding movers, and concrete equipment transport, managing high-capacity construction materials on smooth surfaces.
• Automotive Assembly Lines: Engine block transport carts, chassis assembly carts, heavy-duty parts movers, and tool carts, supporting large automotive components in dry environments.
• Warehouses: Oversized pallet jacks, heavy storage rack movers, large conveyor system carts, and industrial dollies, moving massive loads in dry warehouse conditions.
• Distribution Centers: High-capacity conveyor system carts, large shipping crate movers, heavy-duty inventory transport carts, and bulk goods movers, handling extreme loads in dry settings.
• Steel Mills: Steel plate equipment carts, mobile furnace tools, large casting mold movers, and maintenance carts, supporting heavy loads in high-impact, dry environments.
• Foundries: Heavy mold carts, casting equipment movers, large crucible transport carts, and maintenance tool carts, managing extreme loads in dry, high-impact foundry settings.
• Aerospace Manufacturing: Aircraft component transport carts, mobile jigs and fixtures, large assembly line equipment movers, and tool carts, handling heavy aerospace parts in dry factory conditions.
• Mining (Dry Areas): Ore cart movers in dry zones, mobile drilling equipment carts, heavy conveyor belt movers, and maintenance tool carts, supporting massive mining equipment in non-corrosive areas.
• Waste Management (Dry Areas): Oversized waste bin movers, large recycling equipment carts, and dry waste material transport carts, managing heavy waste loads in dry environments.
• Semiconductor Manufacturing (Dry Areas): Heavy wafer handling carts, photolithography equipment movers, CMP tool transport carts, and cleanroom furniture, supporting large loads in dry, controlled environments.
• Textile Industry (Dry Areas): Large fabric roll transport carts, mobile looms, heavy dyeing equipment movers, and maintenance tool carts, handling extreme textile loads in dry factory settings.
• Pulp and Paper Industry (Dry Areas): Massive paper roll transport carts, mobile processing equipment, pulp bale movers, and maintenance carts, managing heavy loads in dry, non-corrosive areas.
• Agricultural Processing (Dry Areas): Large fertilizer transport carts, grain bin movers, mobile harvesting equipment carts, and storage units, supporting heavy loads in dry agricultural settings.
• Retail and Logistics: High-capacity stock carts, large warehouse shelving movers, and heavy delivery equipment carts, handling massive loads in dry retail and logistics environments.
• Entertainment Industry: Large stage equipment movers, heavy lighting rig transport carts, oversized prop carts, and mobile set pieces, managing heavy loads in dry, controlled settings like studios or theaters.
• Heavy Equipment Rental: Mobile generator carts, large compressor movers, heavy equipment transport carts, and mobile pump carts, handling extreme rental equipment loads in dry environments.
• Oil and Gas (Dry Areas): Mobile pump carts, heavy pipe transport carts, drilling equipment movers, and maintenance tool carts, supporting large loads in dry, non-corrosive oil and gas settings.
• Military and Defense (Dry Areas): Mobile weapons system carts, heavy ammunition transport carts, equipment movers, and maintenance tool carts, handling extreme loads in dry, controlled environments.

Premium Polyurethane (PX) Industrial Caster Wheel

The PX Industrial Caster Wheel from Caster City is our highest-capacity polyurethane caster wheel, engineered for heavy-duty applications. Built with a premium 95A Durometer polyurethane tread (available in ½”, ¾”, or 1” thickness depending on width) and finished in signature orange, this wheel is softer and more resilient than standard 65D polyurethane or other heavy industrial options. It delivers unmatched performance for power towing and transporting large loads indoors or outdoors.

Key Features and Benefits

• Superior Load Capacity and Durability: Supports higher loads than any other polyurethane caster wheel we manufacture, thanks to our proprietary Megapoly™ compound. This advanced formulation slows internal heat buildup from extreme loads, extending wheel lifespan and ensuring reliable performance under the heaviest demands.
• Enhanced Resiliency and Ease of Motion: The soft, rebounding polyurethane tread requires less effort to initiate movement, making it ideal for one-person operation of substantial cargo. Its rapid rebound action outperforms standard polyurethane or rubber wheels, making it easier to start and maintain motion in manufacturing, staging, or facility transitions.
• Smoother Ride and Protection: Provides a vibration-dampening ride that safeguards sensitive machinery, components, and cargo. The thick tread also protects floors from wear, chipping, and “jackhammer” impacts common with harder wheels.
• Bearing Options: Available with either precision sealed ball bearings or tapered roller bearings for maximum rolling efficiency, especially during towing.

This caster wheel excels in industrial environments, balancing extreme capacity with floor-friendly resilience for seamless heavy-load handling. Contact us at Caster City today for custom configurations.

What is Durometer and How is it Measured?
Durometer measures polyurethane hardness on the Shore scale.

• Shore A (softer treads): 75A for RF wheel, 65A for RH wheel, 60A for RQ wheel, 50A for RS wheel,
  95A for the PX Polyurethane wheel
• Shore D (harder treads): 70D for PYH or HU Polyurethane Wheels

Premium Polyurethane (PX) Industrial Caster Wheel from Caster City

The Premium Polyurethane Wheel is our highest-capacity polyurethane wheel, designed for heavy-duty applications. Crafted with a signature orange, 95A Durometer polyurethane tread, available in ½”, ¾”, or 1” thickness depending on width, this wheel is softer and more resilient than standard 65D polyurethane or other heavy industrial alternatives. Its proprietary Megapoly™ compound slows internal heat buildup from extreme loads, significantly increasing load capacity and lifespan. This makes the PX wheel ideal for power towing and transporting large loads indoors or outdoors, offering unmatched durability and performance in demanding industrial environments.

The PX wheel’s resilient 95A Durometer tread provides exceptional ease of motion, requiring less effort to initiate movement, perfect for one-person operation of substantial cargo. Its rapid rebound spring action outperforms standard polyurethane or rubber wheels, making it easier to start and maintain motion in manufacturing, staging, or facility transitions. Equipped with either precision sealed ball bearings or tapered roller bearings, the PX ensures optimal rolling efficiency, especially during towing. The 1” thick tread delivers a smoother, vibration-dampening ride, protecting sensitive machinery, components, and costly floors from wear, chipping, or “jackhammer” impacts common with harder wheels.

This industrial caster wheel excels in balancing extreme load capacity with floor-friendly resilience, making it the top choice for seamless heavy-load handling. The PX wheel’s unique resiliency, compared to other polyurethane wheels of its size, enhances towing performance and protects cargo during transport inside and outside facilities. For custom configurations tailored to your specific needs, contact Caster City to explore how the PX Industrial Caster Wheel can elevate your heavy-duty operations.