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 Stock50mm Stainless Steel Fixed Castor, 50kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Plain Bore (SKATF050TPR)
£6.89This Stainless Steel apparatus / institutional cas ... Read Moretor comes with a 50mm Grey Thermoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel on a polypropylene centre with a smooth plain bore. The Fixed bracket has a 55x55mm 4 hole Top Plate with slotted fixing bolt holes at 44/38.5x44/38.5mm. The load capacity of this castor is 50kg 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 Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (829NYB)
£44.49200mm Flexello Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Ste ... Read Moreel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock80mm Fixed Castor, 130kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MFV080RN2B)
£7.7180mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre wheel on a nylon cen ... Read Moretre with a ball 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 ball 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.</p> -
In Stock80mm Fixed Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV080GRP1B)
£5.2180mm Grey Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre wi ... Read Moreth 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 70kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed)The Grey Rubber Tyre is a 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 mark or 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 castor a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications. -
Out of Stock - On the Way300mm Fixed Castor, 680kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (HKF30025341)
£132.25300mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 680kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 1100kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (TFH200PT15)
£124.20200mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate ... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80/75mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 1100kg The 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 Polyurethane tyres have a very high tear and abrasion resistance providing up to 10 times the life of natural rubber when used under similar conditions and loads. Furthermore, they have approximately 30% less rolling resistance compared with comparable rubber tyre wheels making them easier to move. Features of the H Series Castor 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 Power Towable to 6km/h. -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 400kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KFMG200EAB)
£37.51200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth with 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This castor is fitted with a Black Elastic Rubber Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 400kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications & Features Top Plate Size: 140x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: Slotted 114x87mm / 97.5x71.5mm Fixing Bolt Size: 12.7x25mm (Suits M12 Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 240mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearing Load Capacity: 400kg (manual propulsion at 4km/h) Elastic rubber tyre castor wheels have a higher load capacity and lower rolling resistance (easier to get moving) than normal rubber tyre. They have a high resistance to wear and offer excellent running and operating comfort. -
In Stock100mm Fixed Castor, 250kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFK100NY1B)
£10.92100mm Fixed [Rigid] Castor (Heavy-Gauge Steel) - W ... Read Morehite 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 Bearing Type: Needle Roller Bearing Load Capacity: 250kg -
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150mm Fixed Castor, 370kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (HKF15020341)
£63.48150mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 370kg -
In Stock80mm Fixed Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV080BRP1B)
£4.7180mm Black Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centre w ... Read Moreith 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 70kg 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 MFV080GRP1B -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 535kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (TFH200RU2H)
£99.93200mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate ... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Rubber Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 535kgFeatures of the H Series CastorThe Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steelThe side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio -
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125mm Fixed Castor, 225kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing, (HKF12520341)
£53.31125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Elastic Rubber Tyre / Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 225kg -
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100mm Fixed Castor, 340kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (TFH100PT2H)
£77.70100mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricate ... Read Mored Castor) with 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 340kg Features of the H Series Castor 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 Power Towable to 6km/h. -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 350kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFZ200PN2B)
Original price was: £39.03.£31.23Current price is: £31.23. Sale!200mm Fixed Castor (Top Plate - Pressed Steel) wit ... Read Moreh a Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Precision Ball Bearings. This castor has a 350kg Load Capacity using manual propulsion at 4 km/h. Key Specifications: Top Plate Size: 135x114mm Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (to suit 10mm fixing bolts) Overall Height: 235mm Wheel Material: Polyurethane Tyre on Nylon (polyamide) Centre Tyre Hardness: 95 Shore A Wheel Tread Width: 50mm Bearing Type: Precision Ball Bearings Load Rating: 350kg (hand pushed to 4km/h) This castor has a pressed steel housing with a double ball race in the swivel head. Together with the precision ball bearings this enables easy manoeuvrability. The Polyurethane tyre wheel is not affected by water, will not damage or mark most flooring and absorbs some of the rolling vibration increasing the comfort for the user and reducing the associated noise. It can be used in many applications making it a very versatile castor. -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 300kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV200NY1B)
£21.62200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80mm Hole Centres and 235mm Overall height. The White Nylon Wheel has a 50mm Tread Width and a Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed). Key Specifications: Top Plate Dimensions: 135x110mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres: 105x84/76mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm Overall Height: 235mm Load Capacity: 300kg
