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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100mm Swivel Castor, 600kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (GXT100ASFHUD)
£143.32100mm Polyure... Read Morethane tyre Wheel with an aluminium centre is fitted into an extra strong Fabricated Top Plate Swivel Castor with 80x60mm bolt hole centres. The load capacity of this castor is 600kg at 4km/h
This high performance castor is fitted with a quality Polyurethane tyre Wheel with an aluminium centre that will not mark the floor. An extra strong welded castor frame that is powder coated and fitted with a high performance castor wheel containing two ball bearings that turns on a specially designed integrated axle shaft arrangement makes this castor one of the most durable in the market. Perfect for moving very heavy loads where strength, durability and performance are critical.
The double thrust bearing in the swivel head optimise heavy loads
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100mm Swivel Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV100RP)
£5.48100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with a Grey Rubber T... Read Moreyre Wheel on a Nylon Centre fitted. It has 80x60mm bolt hole centres and the load capacity is 70kg using manual propulsion at 4km/hThis 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
100mm Swivel Castor, 70kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (LSV100RMB)
£6.40100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor with a Black Rubber ... Read MoreTyre Wheel on a Pressed Steel centre complete with Thread Guards. It has 80x60mm fixing bolt hole centres and the load capacity is 70kg using manual propulsion at 4km/hThis 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
100mm Swivel Castor, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV100BRP1B)
£5.72100mm Black Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic cent... Read Morere with a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel 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 that has a double ball race in the swivel head 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 MSV100GRP1B
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100mm Swivel Castor, 75kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSV100GRP1B)
£6.43100mm Grey Rubber Tyre wheel on a plastic centr... Read Moree with a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel 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 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 that has a double ball race in the swivel head makes this castor a great choice for many industrial or domestic applications.
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100mm Swivel Castor, 80kg Capacity | Polypropylene Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV100PPBH)
£7.02100mm White Polypropylene wheel with a smooth p... Read Morelain bore fitted into a 12mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel castor frame). This castor has a 80kg load capacity using manual propulsion at 4 km/h.
This castor is fitted with a White Polypropylene wheel that will not mark the floor and is ideal for most general castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. Single Bolt Hole castors can have a expander tube fitting (purchased separately) attached to insert into hollow square or round tubing. See our section on Expander Tube Fittings
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100mm Swivel Castor, 80kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Plain Bore (LSV100RPBH)
£5.89100mm Grey Rubber Tyre wheel with a polypropyle... Read Morene centre fitted into a 12mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel castor frame). This castor has a 80kg load capacity using manual propulsion at 4 km/h.
This castor is fitted with a grey rubber tyre that will not mark the floor and is ideal for most general castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. Single Bolt Hole castors can have a expander tube fitting (purchased separately) attached to insert into hollow square or round tubing. See our section on Expander Tube Fittings
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100mm Swivel Castor, 900kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (GXT100ASFMCD)
£108.59100mm Machine... Read More Cast Nylon Wheel fitted into an extra strong Fabricated Top Plate Swivel Castor with a double thrust bearing in the swivel head to optimise the load capacity. The fixing bolt spacings are the European Standard size of 80x60mm. The load capacity of this castor is 900kg at 4km/h
This high performance castor is fitted with a white machine cast nylon wheel that will not mark the floor. The extra strong welded castor frame is powder coated to protect the frame and top plate and it is fitted with a high performance castor wheel containing two ball bearings. The bearings turn on a specially designed integrated axle shaft arrangement making this castor one of the most durable in the market. Perfect for moving very heavy loads where strength, durability and performance are critical.
The double thrust bearing in the swivel head optimise heavy loads
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110mm AGV Swivel Castor, 400kg Capacity | 110mm Polyurethane Wheel, Ball bearing (GSAD110ASF)
£446.76110mm Automated ... Read MoreGuided Vehicle (AGV) Castor with a dual swivel head fitted with double precision ball bearings to optimise heavy loads. This provides a self-aligning function with two swivelling axes (axis) with different swivelling radii so that the castor aligns on its own according to the moving direction which reduces the turning circle of the castor. The load capacity of this castor is 400kgThe AGV castor comes with twin polyurethane tyre wheels fitted with precision ball bearings which are fitted to a strong welded steel frame that is powder coated with a bolted wheel axle. - In Stock
125mm AGV Swivel Castor, Twin Wheel, 440kg Load | Polyurethane Wheel, Ball bearing (GAAD125ASFHUD)
£598.16This Twin wheel ... Read More125mm 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 33mm 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
125mm Black Swivel Castor, 220kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (MSV125BRN2B)
£16.61125mm All Black Swivel Castor with Black Elastic R... Read Moreubber Tyre on a nylon centre wheel with a single ball bearing. This castor is designed for theatre applications to reduce reflection from lighting. It can also be used in any application where a pressed steel castor is required.The Swivel Brake Bracket has a 4 hole top plate with 80/77x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 220kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed)The Black Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is quiet and gentle on floors. The soft tread rubber (65 Shore A) 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 that has a double ball race in the swivel head makes this castors a great performer and one of our most popular products.DOWNLOAD CATALOGUE PAGE HERE - In Stock
125mm Fabricated Steel Swivel Castor, 350kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KSMG125CRPCB)
£53.25125mm Swivel Castor (Fabricated Steel) and Crown T... Read Moreread Polyurethane Tyred / Cast Iron Centre Wheel with Ball Bearing. Load Capacity = 350kg - In Stock
125mm Fixed Castor, 400kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (KF125NYBJ400)
£34.04125mm Fixed Castor (Heavy Duty Pressed Steel) with... Read More a 135mm x 110mm Top Plate with 105x80mm Fixing Hole spacings. The castor wheel is a Solid White Nylon Castor Wheel with two ball bearings. Load Capacity = 400kg - In Stock
125mm Heavy Duty Swivel Castor, 700kg Capacity | White Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearing (HSV125NY2B)
£29.49125mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor with Heav... Read Morey Gauge Pressed Steel and a load capacity of 700kg. The swivel head has a double ball race with hardened ball race track.- The Top Plate measure 105x80mm with 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. The bolt holes are slotted to 80/75x60/55mm and suits 8mm Bolts.
- The castor wheel is a white nylon wheel (polyamide) with a 40mm tread width and fitted with two precision ball bearings. The hard wheel is non-marking and has the lowest rolling and swivel resistance.
- This castor is an excellent all purpose heavy duty castor. It is often used with high load mobile storage and transportation equipment in domestic, mechanical and industrial applications.
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125mm High Temperature Swivel Castor, 150kg Capacity | Phenolic Resin Wheel, Plain Bore (MSX125HT)
£33.09125mm High Temperature Swivel Castor (Pressed Stee... Read Morel). The top plate has four fixing holes with 80x60mm Bolt Hole spacing and the wheel is made from black phenolic resin with a smooth plain bore. It is Rated to +280 degrees C and has a load capacity of 150kg