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 Stock125mm Swivel and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322088)
£17.78125mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel brake (Pressed Steel) with 10mm Bolt Hole. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kgThis product has been discontinued. The closest alternative is our 1322768 which is the same bracket and wheel but with a roller bearing rather than a ball bearing. -
In Stock50mm Compact Braked Castor, 150kg Capacity | 50mm Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KS050PT2BBR)
£17.8950mm Low Level swivel and brake castor with 90x66m ... Read Morem Top Plate and 75/61x51/45mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 73mm and an Orange Polyurethane Wheel on a steel centre with a 33mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock100mm 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, 200kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (LSV100RNBBR200)
£18.30100mm Elastic Blue Rubber Tyre Wheel on a black ny ... Read Morelon centre fitted into a Top Plate Swivel and Brake Castor with 80x60mm bolt hole centres. The load capacity of this castor is 200kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h This popular general purpose castor is fitted with an elastic blue rubber tyre that provides a higher load capacity than a standard grey or black rubber tyred wheel. The wheel is fitted with a roller bearing that offers low rolling resistance and rubber tyre is gentle on floors. This castor is ideal for most general purpose domestic or industrial castor where the travel speed of the castor is low and generally should not exceed 4km/h (walking speed). -
Out of Stock - On the Way160mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 135kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV160BRP1BSWB)
£18.36160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake (Pressed Steel). The castor wheel has a Black Rubber Tyre on a Black Polypropylene (Plastic) Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 135kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specifications: Plate Size: 135X110mm Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (suits 10mm fixing bolts) Overall height: 196mm Offset: 55mm Swivel Radius: 165mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Brake Type: Swivel & Wheel Brake (also known as a Total Stop Brake because it locks both the swivel action and wheel when applied) -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 180kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MBZ100RN2B)
£18.36100mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a nylon centre w ... Read Moreheel with a ball bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel & wheel 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 180kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is non-marking, gentle on floors and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. The ball 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 makes this castors a great performer and one of our most popular products. This castor is often used on flight cases as well as in many medical, industrial and domestic applications. -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322038)
£18.44125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. Polyurethane 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 and Brake Castor, 150kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (1322828)
£18.52100mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor with a Swivel & ... Read MoreWheel brake (Pressed Steel) and a 10mm Single Bolt Hole Fitting. The wheel has a Blue Rubber Tyre (non-marking) on a black Nylon Centre with a single Ball Bearing. The Load Capacity is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 160kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSK100RN1BBR)
£18.76100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Heavy Ga ... Read Moreuge Pressed Steel) with a Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 160kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h. Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 105X85mm Bolt Hole Centres: 80x60mm Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (to suit M8 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 130mm Offset: 45mm Swivel Radius: 117mm Wheel Material: Blue Elastic Rubber on a Black Nylon Centre Wheel Tread Width: 35mm Bearing Type: Roller Bearing Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake (Also known as a Total Stop Brake - Swivel Action and Wheel are locked when the brake is applied) Key Features: Heavy Gauge Steel: 5mm Top Plate / 4mm Bracket High Load Capacity Wheel Quiet Operation Non-Marking & Gentle on Floors -
In Stock100mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 180kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MBZ100PN2B)
£18.80100mm Red Polyurethane Tyre Wheel on a Nylon Centr ... Read Moree with a ball 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 180kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Polyurethane tyre offers a low tractive resistance making it easier to get moving compared with softer rubber tread wheels. It is also a bit softer than hard tread wheels making the castor smoother and quieter running. The polyurethane tyre is also non-marking and gentle on floors while the ball bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Put this wheel into a strong bracket that has a double ball race in the swivel head and you have a castor that is a great choice for the wide range of industrial and domestic applications.</p> -
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125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 200kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSV125RN2BSWB)
£18.82125mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a nylon centre w ... Read Moreheel with a ball bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel & 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 200kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed) The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is non-marking, gentle on floors and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. The ball 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 makes this castors a great performer and one of our most popular products. -
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125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 200kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV125PN1BSWB)
£19.02125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake and with 80x60mm Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 200kg -
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. -
Out of Stock - On the Way160mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 135kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV160GRP1BSWB)
£19.35160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Swivel & Wh ... Read Moreeel Brake (Pressed Steel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Grey Non-Marking Rubber Tyre / Plastic Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 135kg -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSK125PN1BBR)
£19.67125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brak ... Read Moree (Pressed Steel) with 80x60mm Hole Centres and 157mm Overall Height. Polyurethane Tyre caster wheel with a nylon Centre Wheel and 34mm Tread Width with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg. This castor is made from heavy gauge pressed steel with a 5mm thick Top Plate and 4mm Castor Forks. It is a product that is built to last and is great for arduous applications.
