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 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 Stock125mm Swivel with Brake Castor, 400kg Capacity, Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KS125NYBJ400SWB)
£71.18125mm 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 = 400kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 520kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (655NYBSWB)
£111.48150mm Flexello Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel ... Read More& Wheel Brake (Heavy Duty Pressed Steel) with 140X105mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 520kg. Recommended Maximumm Total Load over 4 Castors = 1560kg : 3 x Load Capacity of Castor (520kg) The 55 series castor is made from heavy duty pressed steel with a bright zinc finish and has roller ball bearings in the swivel head. -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre wheel, Roller Bearing (622PNBTSB)
£53.33150mm swivel castor with total lock brake, designe ... Read Mored for smooth movement, durability, and reliable load support in demanding industrial environments. This castor features a polyurethane tyre bonded to a white nylon centre, delivering excellent floor protection, low rolling resistance, and quiet operation. The integrated swivel and wheel brake ensures both rotation and wheel movement can be securely locked, providing maximum stability when stationary. Built with a pressed steel bracket and durable zinc finish, the castor is engineered for long service life, while the roller bearing ensures effortless mobility under heavy loads. Key Specifications Top Plate Size: 135 x 110mm hole centres Bolt Hole Centres: 105 x 80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11 x 14mm (suits 10mm Fixing Bolt) Brake Type: Total Stop Brake (both wheel and swivel rotation are locked when applied) Castor Offset: 53mm Swivel Radius: 185mm Overall Height: 188mm Wheel Diameter: 150mm Wheel Material: Red Polyurethane tyre Wheel Centre: White nylon Tyre Hardness: 98 +/- 3 Shore A Bearing Type: Roller bearing Load Rating: 500kg manual propulsion ~4km/h (walking speed) This castor is ideal for industrial trolleys, warehouse equipment, machinery bases, and heavy-duty mobile units. The polyurethane tread provides excellent grip and wear resistance, while also protecting floors from damage - making it suitable for both factory and commercial environments. The double ball bearing swivel head design ensures smooth steering and durability under continuous use. -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 500kg Capacity | Nylon wheel, Roller Bearing (MSK200NY1BBR)
£36.62200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with a Needle Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg. The brake is a total stop brake (also known as a swivel & wheel brake) because it stops both the wheel and the swivel rotation when applied. The pressed steel housing is made from heavy gauge steel with a 5mm thick Top Plate and 4mm thick forks, it is a castor built to last and suitable for arduous applications. -
In Stock160mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 350kg Capacity | Black Rubber Tyre wheel, Ball bearing (MSK160EA2BBR)
£48.04160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brak ... Read Moree (Heavy Duty Pressed Steel) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Black Elastic Rubber Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 350kg. Elastic Rubber Tyre Wheels are a great choice. In particular, where you need a tyre that can protect your floor, absorb rolling vibrations and reduce noise which increases operator's comfort. -
In Stock160mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor with Brake 300kg Capacity | Nylon wheel, Plain Boreg (MSS160NYBHBR)
£65.42160mm Bolt Hole Swivel Stainless Steel Castor (300 ... Read Morekg Load Capacity) with Swivel and Wheel Brake. Nylon (Plain Bore) Wheel with 40mm Tread Width. -
In Stock80mm Stainless Steel Swivel and Brake Castor, 120kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre wheel, Roller Bearing (MSS080PNBBR)
£27.1280mm Top Plate Swivel Stainless Steel Castor with ... Read Morea Swivel and Wheel Brake. This caster has a 4-hole top plate measuring 100x85mm with 80x60mm fixing bolt hole centre. The castor wheel has a Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre and a stainless steel Roller Bearing. The wheel's tread width is 30mm and the load capacity is 120kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. A swivel & wheel brake is also known as a total stop brake because it locks both the wheel and the swivel rotation when applied. -
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80mm Stainless Steel Swivel and brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon wheel, Plain Bore (MSS080NYBHBR)
£22.8280mm Bolt Hole Swivel Stainless Steel Castor (ASIS ... Read More 304 Stainless Steel) with a Swivel and Wheel Brake. Nylon (Plain Bore) Wheel with 30mm Tread Width. The load capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) A Bolt Hole castor is mounted to equipment using a single bolt through the central fixing hole in the swivel head. This castor suits a 12mm fixing bolt. -
In Stock260mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 150kg Capacity | Pneumatic Wheel, Roller Bearing (KS260APNBBR)
£100.99260mm Pneumatic Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake ... Read More (Pressed Steel) with 150x115mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Pneumatic Tyre Wheel on a Metal Centre with a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg The wheel is sized 3.00-8 with a 2 ply tyre thickness making it a strong Light-Medium duty wheel and though it has a 10" diameter, it is also commonly referred to as a 260mm wheel. -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH125NY2BSWB)
£14.42125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has a Nylon Wheel with a Single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH125PN2BSWB)
£16.68125mm 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. Key Specifications: Bolt Hole Size: 13mm (to suit an M12 bolt) Overall Height: 154mm Castor Offset: 40mm Swivel Radius: 127mm Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel rotation and wheel are locked when applied) Wheel Material: Polyurethane tyre on a Nylon Centre Tyre Hardness: 92 (+/- 3) Shore A -
In Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH125RN2BSWB)
£17.01125mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has an Elastic Blue Rubber Tyred Wheel on a Nylon Centred Wheel with a Single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. -
In Stock100mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSVH100NY2BSWB)
£10.73100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Pressed Steel Swivel ... Read More Castor with Swivel and Wheel Brake. This castor has Nylon Wheel with a Single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. -
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.
