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 Stock150mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre wheel, Roller Bearing (629PNB)
£35.48150mm fixed castor designed for smooth movement, d ... Read Moreurability, and reliable load support in demanding industrial environments. Fixed Castors are often referred to as Rigid Castors This castor features a polyurethane tyre bonded to a white nylon centre, delivering excellent floor protection, low rolling resistance, and quiet operation. 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 115mm hole centres Bolt Hole Centres: 105 x 80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11 x 14mm (suits 10mm Fixing Bolt) Overall Height: 188mm Wheel Diameter: 150mm Tread Width: 45mm 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. -
In Stock75mm Stainless Steel Fixed Castor, 75kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Plain Bore (SKATF075TPR)
£8.06This 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 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 Fixed Castor, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFV100BRP1B)
£4.98100mm 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 Stock125mm Fixed Castor, 100kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (LFV125RMB)
£7.95125mm 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 100kg 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 Stock100mm Fixed Castor, 100kg Capacity | Thermoplastic Rubber Wheel, Ball Bearing (KATF100TPR)
£8.37Keystone Apparatus / Institutional Castor with 100 ... Read Moremm Grey Thermoplastic Wheel fitted into a Pressed Steel Top Plate Fixed Castor with slotted bolt hole centres measuring 61.5/56 x 51.5/46.5 mm. The load capacity of this castor is 100kg 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 -
In Stock100mm Fixed Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (MFW100APCB)
Original price was: £33.83.£18.61Current price is: £18.61. Sale!100mm Fixed Castor with an extra strong fabricated ... Read More (welded) steel bracket. Fixed castors are sometimes referred to as rigid castors. This castor has a top plate measuring 135mm x 110mm and 4 fixing bolt holes with 105x80mm. The Load Capacity is 300kg using manual propulsion at 4 km/h. The wheel has a Polyurethane Tyre bonded onto a Cast Iron Centre with two Ball Bearing for exceptional rolling performance. Key Specifications Top Plate Dimensions: 135x110mm Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (suits 10mm Fixing Bolts) Overall Height: 146mm Wheel Material: Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre Tread Width: 40mm Bearing Type: Ball Bearings -
In Stock100mm Fixed Castor, 270kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Roller Bearing (488NYB)
£17.54100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Flexello Brand - Pre ... Read Moressed Steel) with 100x48mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. White Nylon Wheel with Needle Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 270kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 1000kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Ball bearing (HKF20020441)
£60.00200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 1000kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 100kg Capacity | Puncture Proof Wheel, Roller Bearing (KF200EVA)
£24.36200mm Puncture Proof Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel B ... Read Moreracket) with 137x115mm Top Plate dimensions and 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole. The wheel is a 200mm Rib Tread Puncture Proof Wheel on a black polypropylene centre with 50mm Tread with and a needle roller bearing. 100kg Load Capacity. The Caster wheel's tyre is made from microcellular polyurethane with a 65 Shore A hardness. -
In Stock100mm Fixed Castor, 300kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (MFK100NY2B)
£15.86100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More80x60 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg -
In Stock150mm Shock Absorbing Fixed Castor, 360kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGDSP150ARFMUD)
Original price was: £105.79.£56.50Current price is: £56.50. Sale!150mm Shock absorbing (14mm Compression) fixed cas ... Read Moretor and Polyurethane Tyred Aluminium Wheel. Load Capacity = 360kgFor 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. -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 1000kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (HKF20020241)
£105.43200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi ... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 1000kg -
In Stock150mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (629NY)
£24.67150mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 500kg -
In Stock150mm Stainless Steel Fixed Castor, 150kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFS150PNB)
£34.21150mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Stainless Steel Cast ... Read Moreor) with 80x60mm Fixing Hole Centres. Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg -
In Stock200mm Fixed Castor, 400kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (MFK200EA2B)
£44.56200mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Black Elastic Rubber Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 400kg
