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6″ x 2″ Gray Rubber Wheel – Crown Tread – Roller Bearing

$20.21

PN: RD6X2R
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Technical Specifications

6
Wheel Diameter
6
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Yes
Non-Marking
Yes
2
Wheel Width
2
350 lbs
Maximum Capacity (lbs)
350 lbs
Gray
Color
Gray
Weight
Weight
2 lbs

Description

This 6″ x 2″ Gray Rubber Wheel is non-marking in nature and is bonded to a plastic center. This caster wheel is 2โ€ wide and is designed to use a 1/2โ€ axle.This soft gray rubber caster wheel comes with a durometer of 90-95A, making it excellent for indoor usage on smooth surfaces to reduice noise and vibration. This caster wheel has a sealed precision ball bearing protected with plastic spanner bushings that reduce the inner diameter of the axle, act as thread guards, and guard the bearing from indriect and direct moisture exposure. Injection molded caster wheels are not designed to carry large amounts of weight in static load applications, please consult with us for a better choice.

Photo shown 5×2 with delrin bearing.

Application Use for Rubber Wheels:

  • Institutional Settings
    • Healthcare
      • Patient beds
      • Stretchers
      • Wheelchairs
      • Medical carts (medication, crash, linen)
      • IV poles
      • Surgical tables
      • Laundry carts
      • Food service carts
      • Diagnostic equipment carts (e.g., ultrasound, X-ray)
      • Anesthesia machines
      • Patient lift devices
      • Hospital bed storage racks
      • Waste disposal carts
      • Mobile monitors (e.g., vital signs monitors)
    • Education
      • Classroom chairs
      • Classroom desks
      • Cafeteria tables
      • Library carts (book, media)
      • Audio-visual carts (projectors, screens)
      • Janitorial carts
      • Mobile whiteboards
      • Science lab carts
      • Teacher podiums
      • Storage cabinets
      • Gym equipment carts
      • Art supply carts
      • Music stands
      • Instrument storage racks
    • Offices
        • Office chairs
        • Filing cabinets
        • Mobile workstations
        • Conference tables
        • Storage cabinets
        • Printer stands
        • Mailroom carts
        • Reception desks (mobile)
        • Mobile partitions
        • Coffee stations

FAQ

RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel

What sizes are available for the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

The RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel is available in widths of 1.25โ€ณ and 2โ€ณ, with diameters ranging from 3โ€ณ to 8โ€ณ, providing options for various light duty applications.

What materials are used in the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

The RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel is made with a non-marking, injection-molded thermoplastic rubber tire mechanically bonded to a polyolefin (industrial plastic) center, ensuring durability and quiet performance.

What are the main benefits of the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

The RD wheel offers a quiet, shock-absorbing ride with a crown tread that reduces push/pull effort, protects floors, resists chemicals, and minimizes vibration, ideal for sensitive or quiet environments.

How does the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel perform in terms of rolling resistance?

The RD wheel has higher rolling resistance due to its softness, needing more effort to move under loadโ€”reduce capacity by 50% for manual movement and use the largest practical diameter for easier rolling.

What are the limitations of the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

Itโ€™s not suited for shock, overloading, abuse, obstructions, poor floors, or prolonged standing loads, as it may develop flat spots, and should avoid exposure to certain chemicals and heat buildup.

What bearing type comes with the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

The RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel comes with precision sealed ball bearings, ensuring smooth, maintenance-free operation for light duty applications.

Can the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel be used in wet or corrosive environments?

The RD wheel can handle exposure to water and some chemicals, but the caster frame mattersโ€”pair it with a stainless steel caster for wet or corrosive settings to ensure longevity.

What industries commonly use the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel?

The RD wheel is widely used in resorts for luggage and bellhop carts, as well as light duty ergonomic carts in hospitals, food service, and institutional settings where quiet operation and floor protection are key.

How does the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel compare to polyurethane wheels?

The RD wheel provides a softer ride than polyurethane, absorbing shock and reducing vibration to protect floors and equipment, but it has higher rolling resistance, making it better for quiet, light duty needs.

What maintenance does the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel require?

The RD wheelโ€™s precision sealed ball bearings require no maintenance, ensuring long-term, smooth performance with minimal upkeep for sensitive or quiet applications.

What bearing options are available for the 2โ€ณ wide RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheels in 4โ€ณ, 5โ€ณ, 6โ€ณ, and 8โ€ณ diameters?

The 2โ€ณ wide RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheels in 4โ€ณ, 5โ€ณ, 6โ€ณ, and 8โ€ณ diameters can use delrin bearings, precision sealed ball bearings, roller bearings, stainless steel precision sealed ball bearings, and stainless steel roller bearings.

Why is the RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel ideal for heavy duty industrial usage in resorts?

The RD Crown Tread Soft Gray Rubber Wheel is perfect for heavy duty industrial usage in resorts, powering luggage and bellhop carts with its quiet, shock-absorbing crown tread design, protecting floors and reducing noise for sensitive guest areas while lasting over 20 years in dry settings.

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