Swivel Castors
Swivel Castors and wheels can swivel 360 degrees about the vertical axis (see figure below). They consist of a housing and a caster wheel. The housing itself is made up of a plate fitting, swivel bearings and a yoke. The Yoke is often referred to as the castor's frame (see figure below).The plate fitting determines how the... castor is going to be attached to the equipment. It is usually either a single bolt hole fitting or a plate fixing which is generally square, rectangular or triangular. Plate fittings are usually bolted to equipment so knowing your required bolt hole centres is important. The Swivel Head consists of a ball race and a number of ball bearings that roll within it. Swivel Castors can either have a single ball race or a double ball race. They perform the same function. The double ball race was developed for medium and heavy applications. This is because they are compact, perform well under static and dynamic loads and provide excellent steerability.
Swivel castors can be fitting with locks which lock (brake) wither the wheel or the swivel head or both. See Brake Castors.
Swivel Castor Components
Swivel Castor Offset
The Swivel Castor's offset it the distance from the swivel axis to the centre of the wheel (where it is secured to the castor frame). It is the reason a swivel castor will go in the direction you want it to go regardless its starting direction. The offset and castor wheel's diameter make up the swivel radius where the swivel radius = Offset + (Wheel Diameter / 2).
This is the radius of circle described but the outer dimension of the wheel swivelling around the vertical axis. Basically, this is important because it tells you how much room is needed for the swivel caster to swivel. Furthermore, the general rule is the bigger the offset the better the castor's running performance but the lower the weight it can carry. Read More
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In Stock250mm Swivel Castor, 1100kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (HKS25025111)
£184.08250mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel)... Read More with a White Nylon Wheel and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 1,100kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h.Key Specifications:- Top Plate Dimensions: 149x110mm
- Fixing Bolt Hole Centres: 120x60mm (for 12mm Bolts) / 105x75/80mm (for 10mm Bolts)
- Fixing Bolt Hole Size: 13mm
- Overall Height: 303mm
- Castor Offset: 70mm
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100mm Swivel Castor, 250kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (422SUB)
£43.60100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Flexello - Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. Red Polyurethane Tyre on a Red Painted Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 250kg. - In Stock
75mm Footmaster Levelling Castor, Stem Fitting, 800kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel (KGD-100S)
£52.1675mm Foot Master Levelling Castor with M16 x 24mm ... Read MoreThreaded Stem Fitting finished in an ivory coloured powder coating finish. This product has a black Nylon Wheel with a 30mm Tread width, Die Cast Aluminium Foot Pad with a vibration damping rubber pad. This foot pad has a Nylon Hand-wheel operation.This product's load capacity has increased to 800kg Static Load and 400kg Dynamic Load (GD-100-S-NYN)Because of the lifting and lowering function of the Foot Master castor, like all Jacking Castors, it is important understand that each castor may be subjected to HALF THE TOTAL WEIGHT. Therefore, the recommended load capacity for each Foot Master Levelling Castor is half the castor's Static Load Capacity, that is, when the castors' levelling function is not being used. The load capacity of the Footmaster Castor when it is being moved and positioned is given by the Dynamic Load Capacity.This levelling castor is a multi-functional swivel castor that provides mobility, levelling and anti-vibration functions. This allows users to move and position large equipment into place with added stability using the levelling and anti-vibration features. - In Stock
150mm Swivel Castor, 1020kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Plain Bore (655CI)
£82.79150mm Top Plate Swivel Castor. The 4 hole top p... Read Morelate measures 162mm x 140mm with 140mm x 105mm Bolt Hole Centres. to suit a 10mm Fixing Bolt. The Wheel is a solid Cast Iron with a smooth plain bore. Load Capacity = 1020kg.
The 55 series castor is made from heavy duty pressed steel with a bright zinc finish and roller ball bearing in the swivel head.
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200mm Swivel Castor, 500kg Capacity | Nylon wheel, Roller Bearing (MSK200NY1B)
£35.17200mm Heavy Duty Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel) wit... Read Moreh 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This castor has an overall height of 240mm and houses a White Nylon Wheel with a 50mm Tread Width and a Needle Roller Bearing. The Load Capacity is 500kg using manual propulsion at 4km/w (walking speed). - In Stock
50mm Footmaster Castor with Levelling Foot, 150kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (KGDH50ASFNYN)
Original price was: £35.45.£27.35Current price is: £27.35.Sale!This 50mm Swivel Castor has Black Nylon wheel (pla... Read Morein bore) with an extra long adjustable foot (GDH-50-ASF-NYN). The aluminium castor frame has a durable ivory coloured powder coating for protection against wear and tear.The Threaded section of the Adjustable Foot extends a maximum of 56mm above the top of the top plate (64mm including the hex head). The Hex Head can be operated by a drill for quick operation.The overall height of the castor is 73mm and the adjustable foot can extend by up to 35mm to enable precise levelling.The load capacity of this product is 150kg and the recommended maximum total load over 4 castors is 450kg. - In Stock
160mm Swivel Castor, 500kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (KSMG160PAB)
£54.68160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) w... Read Moreith 105x80 Hole Centres. Polyurethane Tyre / Aluminium Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 500kg - Out of Stock - On the Way
200mm Swivel Castor, 800kg Capacity, Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KS200NYBJ800)
£81.48200mm Swivel Castor (Heavy Duty Pressed Steel) wit... Read Moreh a 135mm x 110mm Top Plate and 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole spacings. The castor wheel is a Solid White Nylon with two shielded ball bearings. Load Capacity = 800kg- The castor wheel is a heavy-duty polyamide 6 (usually referred to as nylon) wheel with shielded ball bearing and is not affected by water.
- Being a hard tread it offers the lowest rolling resistance and easiest mobility.
- This castor is a popular choice in a wide variety of heavy-duty applications and the Nylon wheel will not damage or mark concrete floors
- The castor wheel is a heavy-duty polyamide 6 (usually referred to as nylon) wheel with shielded ball bearing and is not affected by water.
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150mm AGV Swivel Castor, Twin Wheel, 630kg Load | Polyurethane Wheel, Ball bearing (GAAD150ASFHUD)
Original price was: £321.19.£311.56Current price is: £311.56.Sale!This Twin wheel ... Read More150mm Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) Castor has a bracket made from strong Forged steel that is zinc plated. There is a hardened Taper Roller Bearing in he swivel head, which has a grease nipple, for smooth swivelling action and durability.The castor is unique because it has a self-aligned function enabled by two swivelling axes each with different swivelling radii so that the castor's offset can automatically alter when changing direction to optimise the castor's turning circle for the AGV. Specifically, the offset can range from 15mm to 35mm which reduces the castors 'swing' enabling it to better follow the designated path.The Top Plate is 145mm x 145mm and has 4 bolt holes that are spaced 120mm x 120mm, each with a 11mm hole diameter,This castor frame has two wheels with a Polyurethane tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium centre each containing ball bearings, The polyurethane wheel has excellent elasticity the minimises slipping that can happen when an AGV starts or stops. In addition, the elasticity also absorbs small shocks arising from small imperfections in the floor. The wheel itself is non marking and will not damage the floor. - In Stock
100mm Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (MSW100APCB)
Original price was: £36.76.£20.22Current price is: £20.22.Sale!100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with an extra strong... Read More fabricated (welded) bracket. This castor has a top plate with 4 fixing holes with 105x80mm bolt hole centres. The wheel is a Polyurethane Tyre / Cast Iron Centre Wheel running on two Ball Bearings for exceptional rolling performance. This castor has a Load Capacity of 300kg using manual propulsion at 4 km/h (walking speed).Key Specifications- Top Plate Dimensions: 135x110mm
- Bolt Hole Centres: 105x80/75mm
- Bolt Hole Size: 11mm (suits 10mm Fixing Bolts)
- Overall Height: 146mm
- Offset: 30mm +/- 2mm
- Wheel Material: Polyurethane Tyre on a Cast Iron Centre
- Tread Width: 40mm
- Bearing Type: Ball Bearings
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125mm Swivel Castor, 630kg Capacity | Cast Iron Wheel, Roller Bearing (TSH125CI1H)
£88.54125mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricat... Read Moreed Castor) with 105x80mm Bolt Hole Centres. Cast Iron Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 630kgFeatures of the H Series Castor- The Genuine Revvo H Series castor is made from heavy gauge forged steel with a hardened ball race in the swivel race that serve as both thrust and radial bearings.
- The swivel head comes with a metal swivel seal and hydraulic grease nipple
- The closed base of the swivel ring prevents downward escape of lubricant
- The side plates are press formed to a cylindrical shape to give the best strength to weight ratio
- A four way direction lock can be purchased and fitted to the castor 9999-0181
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75mm Footmaster Levelling Castor, Plate Fitting, 800kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel (KGD-100F)
£62.7575mm Foot Master Levelling Castor with an Ivory Co... Read Morelour powder coating finish. This product has a 4-hole top plate with 70mm x 70mm bolt hole centres which is also powder coated for added protection. The wheel is made from premium quality black Nylon with a 30mm Tread width and the Die Cast Aluminium Foot Pad has a rubber vibration damping pad. This foot pad has a Nylon Hand-wheel operationThis product's load capacity has increased to 800kg Static Load and 400kg Dynamic Load (GD-100-F-NYN).Because of the lifting and lowering function of the Foot Master castor, like all Jacking Castors, it is important understand that each castor may be subjected to HALF THE TOTAL WEIGHT. Therefore, the recommended load capacity for each Foot Master Levelling Castor is half the castor's Static Load Capacity, that is, when the castors' levelling function is not being used. The load capacity of the Footmaster Castor when it is being moved and positioned is given by the Dynamic Load Capacity.This levelling castor is a multi-functional swivel castor that provides mobility, levelling and anti-vibration functions. This allows users to move and position large equipment into place with added stability using the levelling and anti-vibration features. - In Stock
150mm Swivel Castor, 1100kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (2HKS15020241)
£202.56150mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor (Fabricat... Read Moreed Castor - Twin Wheel). The Top Plate measures 149x110mm with 105x80mm Fixing Hole Centres. A grease nipple is fitted to the swivel head to enable easy maintenance. The load capacity of this dual wheel castor is 1100kg.The Wheel has a Polyurethane Tyre (92 Shore A) on a Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearings. The polyurethane tyre is abrasion resistant with a low rolling resistance. The elasticity of the polyurethane allows the wheel absorb some of the rolling vibrations. This provides the user with a smoother and quieter operation yet is gentler on concrete floors compared to hard treads such as Cast Iron. - In Stock
125mm Swivel Castor, 100kg Capacity | Grey Rubber Tyre Wheel with Roller Bearing (LSV125RP)
£7.52125mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with a Grey Rubber T... Read Moreyre wheel on a Nylon Center. It as 80x60mm fixing bolt hole centres and a Load Capacity of 100kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h.This popular general purpose castor is fitted with a Grey rubber tyre that is both non-marking and gentle on floors. The wheel has a roller bearing that lower the rolling resistance. It makes a great new component to make your equipment mobile or as a replacement castor. It is ideal for most general purpose domestic or industrial applications such as a trolley, dolly or furniture where the travel speed of the castor generally does not exceed walking speed. - In Stock
63mm Swivel Castor, 60kg Capacity | 63mm Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (261RNST)
Original price was: £12.31.£9.46Current price is: £9.46.Sale!63mm Threaded Stem Fitting Swivel Castor (Pressed ... Read MoreSteel) with M12x25mm Threaded Stem and an overall height of 81mm. The wheel has a Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre with a Black Nylon Centre, 25mm Tread Width and a Smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 60kg.Elastic Blue Rubber tyres are stronger than standard natural rubber. It has a soft tread and is both gentle on floors and non-marking while absorbing fine vibrations when moving which provides user comfort and limits noise.
