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 and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322788)
£13.96100mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel brake (Pressed Steel) with 10mm Bolt Hole. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In StockSwivel Castor with Brake, 150mm, 1020kg Capacity, Cast Iron Wheel, Roller Bearing (655CIBSWB)
£136.17150mm Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brake and a Ca ... Read Morest Iron Wheel with Roller Bearing, 1020kg Load Capacity using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications: Top Plate Size: 162x140mm Bolt Hole Centres: 140x105mm Bolt Hole Size: 12.4mm (to suit 12mm fixing bolt) Overall Height: 197mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel rotation and the wheel are locked when applied) Castor Offset: 36mm Swivel Radius: 160mm Wheel Material: Cast Iron c/w Grease Nipple Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Load Rating: 1020kg (hand pushed to 4km/h - walking speed) Surface Finish: Bright zinc finish This is a heavy duty castor suitable for arduous applications. The swivel head contains a single race of roller ball bearings for durability and optimum manoeuvrability. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV100GRP1BSWB)
£8.60100mm Grey Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre w ... Read Moreith a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel and brake castor bracket. The Swivel Brake Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 75kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Grey Non-Marking Rubber Tyre is a softer wheel compared to hard tread wheels like nylon. The rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option and will not mark or scratch the floor. The roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Together with the strong bracket that has a double ball race in the swivel head, this castors a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications. -
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, 600kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball bearing (HKB15020441)
£104.89150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor With Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with a Cast Iron Wheel with Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 600kg using manual propulsion at 4 km/h (walking speed) Key Specifications: Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake) which locks both the wheel and the swivel rotation. Top Plate Size: 149mm x 110mm Bolt Hole Centres: 120/105mm x 80/60mm Overall Height: 202mm Tread Width: 45mm Cast iron wheels are generally the first choice for heavy duty and arduous applications. They have a high load capacity, are wear resistant and unaffected by swarf or aggressive materials. -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 225kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing, (HKB12520341)
£118.47125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor With Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Elastic Rubber Tyre / Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 225kg -
In Stock125mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor With Brake, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSS125NYBR)
£26.92125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Stainles ... Read Mores Steel Castor) with 80x60mm Fixing Hole Centres. This castor has a White Nylon Wheel with a Smooth Plain Bore. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/m (walking Speed). Key Specifications Top Plate Size: 100x85mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80x60mm Bolt Hole Size: 8.5x12mm (suits 8mm Fixing Bolts) Offset: 42mm Overall Height: 155mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake) which locks both the wheel and swivel rotation when applied. Stainless Steel Grade: AISI 304 -
Out of Stock - On the Way200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 1000kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (HKB20020111)
£134.96200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor With Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 1000kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSVH100RN1BSWB)
£14.91100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Swivel Castor with S ... Read Morewivel and Wheel Brake (Pressed Steel). Blue Elastic Rubber Tyred on a Black Nylon Centred Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg (using manual propulsion at 4km/h) Key Specification: Bolt Hole Size: 13mm (to suit 12mm Fixing Bolt) Overall Height: 127mm Offset: 40mm Swivel Radius: 127mm Tread width: 35mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Tyre Hardness: Shore A 65 Brake Type: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel action and wheel are locked when the brake is applied) Key Features: High Load Capacity Low Rolling Resistance Non-Marking and Gentle on Floors Reduce Vibration Low noise Operation -
In Stock60mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 120kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSVH060NY0BSWB)
£13.0360mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor to suit 12mm b ... Read Moreolt. This castor comes with a Swivel and Wheel Brake that locks both the wheel and the swivel head. The castor bracket is made from pressed steel and houses a solid nylon Wheel with a plain bore (without a bearing).This castor's load capacity is rated to 120kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h making it a great castor choice for most applications that require a small castor.This single bolt hole castor can be fitted with an expander fitting and requires a ACZ500 bolt hole reducer to reduce the 12mm bolt hole to 10mm for the expander fittings bolt that is 10mm. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (622RNBTSB)
£60.67150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. The castor wheel has a Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Blue elastic rubber castor wheels are widely used in industrial, commercial, and institutional settings due to their excellent performance characteristics. Here are the key features of a blue elastic rubber castor wheel: Features of a Blue Elastic Rubber Castor Wheel High Elasticity and Shock Absorption: These wheels absorb shocks and vibrations effectively. Floor Protection: The soft, non-marking rubber protects floors from scratches and scuffs, making them perfect for indoor use on tiles, wood, and other surfaces. Quiet Operation: The elastic rubber compound reduces noise during movement, making these wheels suitable for environments where quiet operation is important, such as hospitals, schools, and offices. Excellent Traction and Grip: Provides superior grip on a variety of surfaces, reducing slippage and enhancing safety in wet or slick environments. Resistance to Wear and Tear: The rubber is highly durable and resists abrasion, ensuring a long service life even in demanding conditions. Smooth Rolling Performance -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Side Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (KSMG150PCBBK)
£57.45150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Side Mounted Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake (Fabricated Steel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 500kg Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12.7x25mm Bolt Holes (Suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Brake Style: Side mounted wheel brake. Brakes the wheel and allows the swivel head to rotate freely. Overall Height: 190mm Offset: 40mm Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 500kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Polyurethane tyre castor wheels offer high load capacity and exceptional wear resistance—lasting up to 10 times longer than rubber wheels under similar conditions. With a soft tread that’s softer than concrete, they won’t damage floors and operate with minimal noise. Resistant to oils, greases, petrol, and a wide range of chemicals, they’re ideal for demanding environments. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KS160NYBJ500SWB)
£85.95160mm Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brake (Heavy D ... Read Moreuty Pressed Steel). This castors has a 135mm x 110mm Top Plate with 105x80mm Fixing Hole spacings. The castor wheel is a Solid White Nylon Castor Wheel with two ball bearings. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH100PN2BSWB)
£11.82100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has a Polyurethane Tyred Wheel on a Nylon Centred Wheel with a single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 1000kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (K2BT150PC2B)
£300.29150mm Twin Wheel Extra Heavy Duty Fabricated Swive ... Read Morel Castor with Brake. The swivel head turns on thrust and taper roller bearings for extra strength and the bracket is finished in black epoxy paint.The braking mechanism on this product is a wheel brake only. This means that when the brake is applied the brake acts only on the castor wheels while the castor's swivel head is free to turn.This castor has a top plate measuring 170mm x 170mm with bolt hole spacings of 130mm x 130mm drilled to 13mm diameter. The two Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre wheels each have ball bearings fitted to reduce the rolling resistance.The castor has a 1,000kg Load Rating at 4km/h
