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 Stock125mm Fixed Castor, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (1321428)
£8.75125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) wi... Read Moreth 80x60 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 150kg
This 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.
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100mm Fixed Castor, 70kg Capacity | Grey Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MFZ100RMBGREY)
£8.74100mm Grey Rubber Tyre on a Press... Read Moreed Steel Centre with a roller bearing fitted into a robust pressed steel Fixed castor bracket. The wheel has a grey Non-Marking Tyre and the Fixed Bracket has a 4 hole top plate measuring 105x80mm with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 70kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed)Key Specification:- Top Plate Size: 105x80mm
- Bolt Hole Centres: 80/76X60mm
- Bolt Hole Size: 9mm (to suit M8 Fixing Bolts)
- Overall Height: 125mm
- Tread width: 30mm
- Bearing Type: Roller Bearing
- Wheel Material: Grey Non-Marking Rubber / Pressed Steel Centre
- Tyre Hardness: Shore A 85
- High Load Capacity
- Low Rolling Resistance
- Reduce Vibration
- Low noise Operation
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100mm Fixed Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing, 10mm Bolt Hole (488PNB)
£21.68100mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More100x48 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg - In Stock
100mm High Temperature Stainless Steel Fixed Castor, 150kg Capacity | Phenolic Wheel, Plain Bore (MFS100HT)
£24.72100mm High Temperature Top Plate Fixed Castor (Sta... Read Moreinless Steel Castor) with 80x60mm Bolt Hole Centres and 128mm overall height. Black Phenolic caster wheel with 35mm Tread Width and Smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 150kgThis castor is rated from -40 Deg. C to +280 Deg. C and is made from AISI304 Stainless Steel with a double ball race in the swivel head. - In Stock
100mm Fixed Castor | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing, 180kg Capacity (MFZ100PN1B)
£10.75100mm Red Polyurethane Tyre Wheel on a Nylon Centr... Read Moree 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 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 roller bearing lowers the rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Put this wheel into a strong bracket and you have a castor that is a great choice for the wide range of industrial and domestic applications. - In Stock
160mm Fixed Castor, 300kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KFMG160EAB)
£49.94160mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Black Rubber Tyre / Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg - In Stock
175mm Fixed Castor (Powder Coated), 800kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel (KGHP175ARFMUD)
Original price was: £114.81.£66.89Current price is: £66.89.Sale!175mm Heavy-duty Fixed Castor with a Powder Coated... Read More Pressed Steel Bracket and a 225mm overall height. The caster wheel has a Blue Polyurethane Tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium Centre with Ball BearingsFeatures:- 800kg Load Capacity: For the most demanding applications and heavy-duty loads.
- Silver/Grey Powder Coating: Making this the best looking heavy-duty industrial castor on the market. The powder-coating not only looks great but also provides corrosion protection which prolongs its optimal performance and keeps the castor looking good.
- Quality Ball Bearings: For the lowest rolling resistance to reduce the effort needed to move.
- Strong Pressed Steel Plate: The top plate measure 140x110mm with fixing bolt holes slotted to 105x80/75mm to suit 10mm bolts
- Precision Engineered: These castors have no sideways movement on the wheel to provide exceptional operating performance.
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Fixed Castor, 250mm, 615kg Capacity, Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, (HKF25025341)
£118.91250mm 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
100mm Fixed Castor, 900kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (GXT100ARFMCD)
Original price was: £162.47.£102.54Current price is: £102.54.Sale!Fixed [Rigid] Castor - 100mm Mac... Read Morehine Cast Nylon Wheel - Load Capacity: 600kg and Power Towable to 4km/h.Engineered for extreme durability and precision performance, the GXT-100-ARF-MCD Fixed 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 600kg at 4km/h for reliable heavy-duty performance.
- 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.
- Ideal for applications requiring maximum strength, durability, and floor protection, this castor is built for heavy industrial use - where performance can’t be compromised.
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200mm Fixed Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (829NY)
£38.03200mm Flexello Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Ste... Read Moreel) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 500kg - Out of Stock - On the Way
125mm Fixed Castor, 360kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (588NY)
£17.83125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More121x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 360kg - In Stock
125mm Fixed Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MFK125PA2B)
£36.76125mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre on an Aluminium Centre Wheel with a 38mm Tread Width and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 300kg.This castor is made from 4mm thick heavy gauge pressed steel. It is a product that is built to last and is great for arduous applications.The polyurethane elastomer wheel offers excellent elasticity, hardness and resistance to compression. This means that while it has a low rolling resistance it is also gentle on floors and absorbs some of the rolling vibration for user comfort and reduced noise. - In Stock
50mm Fixed Castor, 40kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (1350260)
£1.7550mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel Bracket... Read More). The bracket has 69mm x 44mm Top Top plate with 54x25mm Bolt Hole Centres and the overall height of the is 64mm. The wheel is made from White Nylon Castor and has a Smooth Plain Bore with a19mm Tread With. The Load Capacity is 40kg using manual propulsion. - In Stock
250mm Fixed Castor, 1100kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (HKF25025111)
£155.72250mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Fabricated Steel) wi... Read Moreth 105x80 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball bearing. Load Capacity = 1100kg - Out of Stock - On the Way
250mm Fixed Castor, 1100kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KF250NYB1100)
£107.01250mm Top Plate Fixed Castor (Pressed Steel) with ... Read More160x120 Hole Centres. Nylon Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 1100kg
