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, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV100NYBR250)
Original price was: £17.04.£8.81Current price is: £8.81. Sale!100mm Swivel Castor with total stop brake with a W ... Read Morehite Nylon Wheel. The top plate measure 105mm x 80mm and has 80x60mm bolt hole centres. The castor's overall height is 128mm and the wheel has a tread width of 35mm, a smooth plain bore and the load capacity of this castor is 250kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h A Total Stop Brake is also known as a Swivel and Wheel Brake and when applied locks both the wheel and swivel head (that is, the swivel head will not rotate) This popular general purpose castor is fitted with a White Nylon wheel. Because it is a hard tread it offers the lowest rolling resistance yet won't damage or mark concrete floors it is ideal for most general purpose domestic or industrial castor. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (MSK100NYBR)
£14.73100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 250kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (422NYBTSB)
£32.08This heavy-duty 100mm Flexello swivel castor comes ... Read More with a Swivel & Wheel Brake. It is designed for smooth, reliable movement under demanding conditions. With a strong pressed-steel frame and a high-load nylon wheel, it offers excellent durability for industrial and commercial use. Key Specifications: Load Capacity: 250kg (manual propulsion up to 4km/h) Top Plate Size: 100mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80 × 60mm Overall Height: 128mm Wheel Material: White nylon – impact-resistant and low-maintenance Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake) locks the swivel rotation and wheel when applied. Bearing Type: Roller bearing for smooth, effortless rolling Why Choose Nylon? Nylon wheels are known for their strength and resistance to salts, greases, acids, and alkalis. They won't mark or damage concrete floors and offer a high load capacity — making nylon one of the most popular wheel materials in industrial environments. About Roller Bearings The roller bearing system reduces rolling resistance, making manoeuvring easier even with heavy loads. Tough, maintenance-free, and built for long life. Ideal for trolleys, warehouse equipment, manufacturing applications, and more -
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100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSK100NY1BBR)
£18.04100mm Swivel with Brake Castor (Heavy-Gauge Steel) ... Read More - White Nylon wheel - 250kg Load Rating A durable and versatile castor designed for demanding industrial and commercial environments. Its heavy-gauge [4mm thick Frame] steel bracket provides exceptional strength and stability, while the high-impact nylon wheel delivers smooth rolling performance with minimal maintenance. The non-marking wheel protects concrete and other hard flooring surfaces, and the roller bearing enhances manoeuvrability under load. Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 105x85mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80x60mm Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (to suit an 8mm fixing bolt) Overall Height: 130mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake. Also known as a Total Stop Brake as it locks both the swivel action and wheel when applied Offset: 45mm Swivel Radius: 117.4mm Bearing Type: Needle Roller Bearing Load Capacity: 250kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KBCR10020241)
£41.42100mm Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) with Swivel &a ... Read Moremp; Wheel Brake. Crown Tread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (422PNTSB)
£29.16100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60mm Fixing Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with a Smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 250kg. -
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100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (422PNBTSB)
£25.40100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Flexello - Pressed Steel) with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (422SUBTSB)
£48.33100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Red Painted Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg. -
Out of Stock - On the Way100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (461PNBBR)
£34.60100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series with 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kgThe 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. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 270kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KBMG100NYB)
£40.98100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm fixing Hole Centres. This castor is fitted with a white Nylon Wheel and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 270kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake). Locks the wheel and swivel rotation when applied. Overall Height: 143mm Offset: 35mm Swivel Radius: 138mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 270kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Nylon castor wheels have a hard tread making them one of the easiest to move (Low tractive resistance). They have a high load capacity, are low maintenance and extremely resistant to water, salts, greases, acids and alkalis. -
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. -
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100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 270kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (461NYBBR)
£20.65100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Footbrake (Flex ... Read Moreello 61 Series) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel fitted with a Roller Bearing. 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. -
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. -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Roller Bearing (KBMG100CIB)
£40.26100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80mm fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications and Features: Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake). Locks the wheel and swivel rotation when applied. Overall Height: 143mm Offset: 35mm Swivel Radius: 138mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 300kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Cast iron castor wheels have a very hard tread making them the easiest of wheels to move (low tractive resistance). They have a very high load capacity, extremely wear resistant and not affected by swarf or aggressive materials. -
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100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSK100NY2BBR)
£21.68100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brak ... Read Moree (Heavy Duty Pressed Steel) with 80x60mm Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg
