Braked Castors
Braked castors, also known as lockable castors, are designed to provide controlled movement and secure positioning for industrial, commercial and material handling equipment.Most braked castors are swivel castors fitted with wheel brakes, directional locks or total stop braking systems for improved safety and st...ability. Braked castors can include different locking mechanisms depending on the application requirements:
- Wheel Brake – Locks the wheel to prevent rolling
- Directional Lock – Locks the swivel movement for straight-line travel
- Total Stop Brake – Locks both wheel rotation and swivel movement simultaneously
Most brake systems are fitted to swivel castors. Fixed castors with brakes are less common, although some specialist heavy-duty and shock-absorbing castors include braking systems.
Braked Castor Construction
Swivel braked castors rotate 360 degrees around a vertical swivel axis and consist of a castor wheel mounted within a swivel housing or bracket. The main components typically include:
- Top plate or bolt hole fitting
- Swivel head and ball race
- Castor bracket or yoke
- Wheel and axle assembly
- Brake mechanism
The top plate or fixing determines how the castor attaches to equipment. Common fixing methods include top plate fixings and single bolt hole fittings. Correct bolt hole centres are important when replacing existing castors.
Single & Double Ball Race Bearings
The swivel head contains ball bearings which allow the castor to rotate smoothly under load. Braked swivel castors are commonly available with:
- Single ball race bearings
- Double ball race bearings
Double ball race designs are widely used for medium-duty and heavy-duty applications because they provide improved load distribution, smoother steering and greater durability under static and dynamic loads.
What is Castor Offset?
Castor offset is the distance between the swivel axis and the centre of the wheel axle. This offset allows swivel castors to self-align and travel in the direction of movement, improving manoeuvrability and steering performance during operation. Read More
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In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 900kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (GXT100BSFMCD)
Original price was: £291.93.£184.25Current price is: £184.25. Sale!Swivel Castor c/w Wheel Brake - 100mm Machine Cast ... Read More Nylon Wheel - Load Capacity: 900kg and Power Towable to 4km/h. Engineered for extreme durability and precision performance, the GXT-100-BSF-MCD swivel with brake castor features a high-grade 100mm Machine Cast Nylon Wheel (80 Shore D). The wheel is housed within an extra-strong, fabricated top plate frame designed to withstand demanding industrial conditions. The top plate includes European and UK standard 80x60mm bolt hole centres, ensuring versatile installation across a wide range of equipment. Key features: Exceptional Load Capacity: Handles up to 900kg at 4km/h for reliable heavy-duty performance. Superior Swivel Head: Thrust bearing and taper roller bearing Durable Construction: Welded steel frame with a tough powder-coated finish resists corrosion and impact. Smooth, Floor-Safe Mobility: Extra-Strong Non-marking White Nylon Wheel. Precision Movement: Twin sealed ball bearings and an integrated axle shaft ensure effortless rolling and long service life. Castor Offset: 40mm Ideal for applications requiring maximum strength, durability, and floor protection, this castor is built for heavy industrial use - where performance can’t be compromised. Want to see more options? Check out our full GXT range in the catalogue. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 160kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (Flexello 422RNBTSB)
£34.93100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake (Heavy Duty Flexello Pressed Steel Frame) . This top plate has 80x60mm Hole Centres to suit 8mm Bolts. The wheel is an Elastic Blue Rubber Tyre on a Nylon Centre with Roller Bearing to reduce the castor's rolling resistance. The Load Capacity is 160kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre is a soft tread and is gentle on floors and non-marking. -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322068)
£19.99125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. Blue Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kgThis is a 4 hole plate fitting castor and the bolt holes suit an 8mm bolt as well as being slotted (rather than round) to accommodate 80/76mm x 60x44.5mm. -
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100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322768)
£16.72100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. Blue Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kgThis is a 4 hole plate fitting castor and the bolt holes suit an 8mm bolt as well as being slotted (rather than round) to accommodate 80/76mm x 60x44.5mm. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (1322726)
£19.89100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg This is a 4 hole plate fitting castor and the bolt holes suit an 8mm bolt as well as being slotted (rather than round) to accommodate 80/76mm x 60x44.5mm. -
In Stock50mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 50kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSM050PPBR)
£3.8950mm Swivel Castor With Total Stop Brake. 4 hole t ... Read Moreop plate with 48/38x48/38mm slotted bolt hole centres to suit 6mm fixing bolts. The wheel is Black Polypropylene with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 50kg Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 60x60mm Bolt Hole Centres: 48/38x48/38mm Bolt Hole Size: 6.2mm (Suits 6mm Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 68mm Castor Offset: 20mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake Wheel Material: Black Polypropylene (Plastic) Bearing Type: Smooth Plain Bore Load Rating: 50kg -
Out of Stock - On the Way150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (HPTS150PNB)
£55.24150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake with 105x80mm Hole Centres. The castor has an overall height of 210mm and the wheel has a tread width of 45mm. The load capacity is 600kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Polyurethane Tyre wheel with a Nylon Centre Wheel contains a Roller Bearing to reduce the rolling resistance. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 400kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (655RTBSWB)
£113.22150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake. The 4 hole top plate measures 162mm x 140mm with 140mm x 105mm Bolt Hole Centres. to suit a 10mm Fixing Bolt. The Wheel has a Rubber Tyre on Cast Iron Centre with a Needle Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 400kg. The 55 series castor is made from heavy duty pressed steel with a bright zinc finish and roller ball bearing in the swivel head. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 800kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (4677FTP160P63)
£128.93Heavy-duty 160mm swivel castor with brake, fitted ... Read Morewith a polyurethane tyre wheel on a cast iron centre with precision ball bearings. The swivel and wheel brake helps keep equipment securely in place when stationary. The polyurethane tyre gives a durable, smooth-rolling option for heavy-duty handling applications. Suitable for loads up to 800kg per castor using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) Key Features 160mm polyurethane tyre wheel Cast iron wheel centre Ball bearing wheel for smoother rolling Swivel bracket with Total Stop Brake (wheel and swivel are braked when applied) Pressed steel top plate bracket Heavy-duty 800kg load rating 4-hole top plate fixing -
Out of Stock - On the Way100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 220kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (461PNBR)
£32.55100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 220kg The Flexello 61 Series is an established industry standard range of Pressed Steel Castors that is suitable for most industrial castor uses. This range has a ball bearing swivel head and finished with a bright zinc plating. This range has a larger top plate than most 100mm castors with the castor's top plate measuring 128x102mm. -
Out of Stock - On the Way100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 295kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (461SUBBR)
£60.07100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Red Painted Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 295kg The Flexello 61 Series is an established industry standard range of Pressed Steel Castors that is suitable for most industrial castor uses. This range has a ball bearing swivel head and finished with a bright zinc plating. This range has a larger top plate than most 100mm castors with the castor's top plate measuring 128x102mm. -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (822NYTSB)
£58.84200mm Flexello Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel ... Read More& Wheel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 1045kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (855SUBSWB)
£191.40200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 140x105 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 1045kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 160kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (Flexello 461RNBR)
£37.79100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series) with 105x80mm Hole Centres. Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with a smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 160kg The Flexello 61 Series is an established industry standard range of Pressed Steel Castors that is suitable for most industrial castor uses. This range has a ball bearing swivel head and finished with a bright zinc plating and has a larger top plate than most 100mm castors with the castor's top plate measuring 128x102mm. The Blue Elastic Rubber offers a higher load capacity over standard grey or black rubber tyres and will not mark floors. -
Out of Stock - On the Way100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 270kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (461NYBR)
£19.03100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series) The top plate measures 128x102mm and has 100/105x76/80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres (105X80mm). White Nylon Wheel with a 32mm Tread Width and a smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 270kg The Flexello 61 Series is an established industry standard range of Pressed Steel Castors that is suitable for most industrial castor uses. This range has a ball bearing swivel head and finished with a bright zinc plating. This range has a larger top plate than most 100mm castors with the castor's top plate measuring 128x102mm.
