Fixed Castors
Fixed Castors are sometimes referred to as rigid castors. This is because Fixed castors are indeed Rigid and can only perform straight line movements. The bracket is formed from a single sheet of steel or stainless steel pressed into the desired shape. Alternatively, fabricated castors are made from forged steel, the yokes (or side plates...) are welded to the top plate.In both cases, fixed castors do not have any moving parts. The wheel sits directly under the top plate so that the castor offset is zero. Conversely, swivel castors have the centre of the wheel offset from the centre of the top plate (where the swivel axis is). The longer the offset the more easily the castor can self-align to the direction of force. That is, direction you want to castor to go. See here for swivel castors.
Fixed castors are generally used either in perfectly straight aisles where you want your trolley to only move forwards and backwards. It is more common that Rigid Castors are used in in conjunction with swivel or lockable swivel castors. They provide stability to your trolleys movement when travelling in a straight line and steering when rounding curves or corners.
Using Fixed Castors
A combination of Fixed and Swivelling castors is the most common configuration (two fixed and two swivel). With this configuration turning on the spot is quite hard. If you need to do this maybe all swivel castors is what you need. The addition of a directional locks can turn some castors into fixed castors and back again. Call us on 0121 772 1010 to learn more.
A word of caution. If you are using a six castor configuration, the two central castors should be Rigid Castors and at least one size bigger than those at the front and at the back. Furthermore, the two central castors must be able to hold at least half the total weight so they are strong enough to enable the platform to pivot on them. For more information about recommended load capacities, please click here. Read More
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In StockFixed Castor, 250mm, 615kg Capacity, Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (HKF25025341)
£115.44250mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105X80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 615kg- In Stock
75mm Fixed Castor, 75kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Ball Bearing (KATF075TPR)
£2.92Keystone Appa... Read Moreratus / Institutional Castor with 75mm Grey Thermoplastic Wheel fitted into a Pressed Steel Top Plate Fixed Castor with slotted bolt hole centres measuring 48/38x48/38mm. The load capacity of this castor is 75kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h
Running on a quality ball bearing to offer excellent rolling performance, this popular apparatus castor is a great choice for a wide range of industrial and domestic applications such as trolley and garment rails, medical devices and hospitality equipment. Fitted with a grey thermoplastic wheel on a polypropylene centre this wheel is non-marking and gentle on floors.The wheel has a large plastic thread guard to protect the ball bearing from dirt ingress
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260mm Fixed Castor, 150kg Capacity | 2 Pneumatic Wheel, Roller Bearing (KF260APNB)
£46.97260mm Pneumatic Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed St... Read Moreeel) with 150x115mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Pneumatic Tyre on a Metal Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kgThis 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 Stock
100mm Fixed Castor, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV100BRP1B)
£4.83100mm Black Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre ... Read Morewith a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel Fixed castor bracket. The Fixed 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 Black Rubber Tyre is softer wheel compared to hard tread wheels like nylon and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option and will not scratch the floor. The roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Together with the strong bracket makes this castors a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications.The wheel might leave marks on the floor and if you want a non-marking version of this castor please order our MFV100GRP1B - In Stock
100mm Fixed Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing, 10mm Bolt Hole (488PNB)
£21.04100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More100x48 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg - In Stock
200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KFMG200RUB)
£57.39200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg - In Stock
150mm Fixed Castor, 730kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (TFH150PT2H)
£103.02150mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with a 38mm Tread width and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 730kgThe Bolt Holes of the H series castor are slotted to 120x60mm and 105x80/75mm.- Use 12mm diameter bolts when fitting at 120 x 60mm
- Use 10mm diameter bolts when fitting at 105x80/75mm
- The Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steel
- The side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio
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100mm Fixed Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (1321986)
£10.76100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More80x60 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller 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 Stock
80mm Fixed Castor, 130kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV080RN1B)
£6.4180mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre wheel on a nylon cen... Read Moretre with a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel Fixed castor bracket. The Fixed Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 130kg 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 roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Together with the strong bracket makes this castors a truly great performer. - In Stock
100mm Fixed Castor, 160kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFK100RN1B)
£13.17100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More80x60 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 160kg - In Stock
200mm Shock Absorbing Fixed Castor, 450kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGDSP200ARFMUD)
Original price was: £122.49.£65.09Current price is: £65.09.Sale!200mm Shock absorbing (15mm Compression) fixed ... Read Morecastor and Polyurethane Tyred Aluminium Wheel. Load Capacity = 450kg
For the compression performance, please see the image for the curve by clicking on the thumbnail image above. To use this curve, please calculate the weight being carried by this castor and divide that by the one less than the number of castors on your equipment, So if you have a trolley using 4 of these castors and the total weight being carried is 500kg, then the compression of the rubber pad is the reading given on the y axis at 167kg which is just over 10mm.
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100mm Fixed Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (LFV100RMB)
£6.00100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor with a Black Rubber T... Read Moreyre Wheel on a Pressed Steel centre complete with Thread Guards. It has 80x60mm bolt hole centres and a load capacity of 70kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h.This popular general purpose castor is fitted with a Black Rubber Tyre Wheel that is gentle on floors. The Caster wheel has a roller bearing that offers low rolling resistance. It is ideal as a new or replacement castor for most domestic or industrial applications such as a trolley or dolly where the travel speed of the castor generally does not exceed walking speed. - In Stock
125mm Fixed Castor, 400kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (KFMG125PCB)
£42.96125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 400kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed).Fixed castors are often called Rigid castors because there are no moving parts in the castor's bracket or frame.Key Specifications and Features:- Top Plate Size: 140x110mm
- Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm
- Fixing Bolt Size: 12mm
- Overall Height: 165mm
- Tread Hardness: 92 +/-3 Shore A
- Bearing Type: Ball Bearing
- Load Capacity: 400kg (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.
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125mm Fixed Castor, 250kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing, (HKF12520341)
£51.75125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Elastic Rubber Tyre / Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg - In Stock
150mm Shock Absorbing Fixed Castor, 360kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGDSP150ARFMUD)
Original price was: £106.31.£56.50Current price is: £56.50.Sale!150mm Shock absorbing (14mm Compression) fixed ... Read Morecastor and Polyurethane Tyred Aluminium Wheel. Load Capacity = 360kg
For the compression performance, please see the image for the curve by clicking on the thumbnail image above. To use this curve, please calculate the weight being carried by this castor and divide that by the one less than the number of castors on your equipment, So if you have a trolley using 4 of these castors and the total weight being carried is 500kg, then the compression of the rubber pad is the reading given on the y axis at 167kg (500kg / 3 = 167kg) which is between 11 and 12mm.
