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, Roller Bearing (MSVH100NY1BSWB)
£9.80100mm Single Bolt Hole (12mm) Swivel Castor with S ... Read Morewivel and Wheel Brake (Pressed Steel). Nylon Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock200mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 550kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KS200NYB550SWB)
£72.90200mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Wheel B ... Read Morerake (Industrial Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 550kg -
In Stock100mm Stainless Steel Swivel/Brake Castor, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (SPLM100BSFNYP)
Original price was: £77.01.£46.21Current price is: £46.21. Sale!100mm Swivel Castor with Total Stop Brake (Stainle ... Read Moress Steel Castor) and 78x45mm or 72x45mm Fixing Hole Centres. This castor has a White Nylon Wheel with a Smooth Plain Bore. The Load Capacity is 250kg using manual propulsion at 4km/m (walking Speed). Fixed castors are sometimes called Rigid castors because the bracket [frame] has no moving parts. Key Specifications Top Plate Size: 95x70mm Bolt Hole Centres: 78x45mm / 72x45mm Bolt Hole Size: 9x12mm (suits 8mm Fixing Bolts) Brake Style: Swivel & Wheel Brake. Also know as a Total Stop Brake because both the swivel rotation and wheel are locked when applied. Overall Height: 135mm Castor Offset: 36mm Stainless Steel Grade: AISI 304 Load Rating: 250kg -
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 Stock75mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor (BH) With Brake, 75kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Plain Bore (SKABB075TPR)
£11.26This Stainless Steel apparatus / institutional cas ... Read Moretor comes with a 75mm Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel on a polypropylene centre with a smooth plain bore. The swivel bracket has a 10mm Single Bolt Hole and a total stop brake. A total stop brake brakes both the swivel head and the wheel. The load capacity of this castor is 75kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h The grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel will not mark or damage the floor and is ideal for most general castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. Download Series Data Sheet here -
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 Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (KS150RNB300SWB)
£52.30150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Industrial Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg. Blue elastic rubber tyre caster wheels offer a higher load capacity over standard grey or black rubbers and will not mark floors. -
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, 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 Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (522NYBTSB)
£27.76125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor and Swivel & Whe ... Read Moreel Brake (Flexello Brand - Pressed Steel) with 80x60 Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 250kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking Speed) -
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100mm 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 Stock80mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor With Brake, 120kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSS080PNBBHBR)
£26.4580mm Bolt Hole Swivel Castor With Brake (Stainless ... Read More Steel Castor) with 12mm Bolt Hole. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 120kg -
In Stock150mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 600kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (HKB15020111)
£130.23150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor With Brake (Fabricat ... Read Moreed Steel) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 600kg -
In Stock125mm Swivel Castor with Brake, 170kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (KS125UERSWBBLACK)
£22.74125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake (Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with 80X60mm Hole Centres.Black Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 170kg -
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.
