Description
Castor wheels are wheels fitted under trolleys, furniture, machines, racks, hospital beds, and industrial equipment for easy movement. They are widely used in factories, warehouses, offices, hospitals, and shops.
Types of Castor Wheels
PU (Polyurethane) Castor Wheels
Smooth movement
Low noise
Floor friendly
Heavy load capacity
Used in industrial trolleys & warehouses
Nylon Castor Wheels
Strong and durable
Chemical & oil resistant
Best for heavy machinery
Hard wheel for rough use
Rubber Castor Wheels
Silent operation
Shock absorbing
Good for furniture & hospital equipment
Protects tiles/flooring
Cast Iron Castor Wheels
Extra heavy-duty applications
High temperature resistance
Used in steel plants & fabrication units
Dual Wheel Castors
Better weight distribution
Smooth turning
Used in hospital & industrial equipment
Types by Movement
Swivel Castor → 360° rotating wheel for easy turning
Rigid/Fixed Castor → Moves only straight
Brake Castor → Comes with locking system
Threaded Stem Castor → Screw fitting type
Plate Type Castor → Plate mounting type
Common Sizes
1 inch
2 inch
3 inch
4 inch
5 inch
6 inch
8 inch
Load Capacity
Wheel Type
Approx Load Capacity
Light Duty
30–100 kg
Medium Duty
100–300 kg
Heavy Duty
300–2000 kg
Heavy-duty industrial castors can handle very high loads depending on wheel material and bracket design. �
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Applications
Platform trolleys
Industrial carts
Hospital beds
Furniture
Shopping carts
Tool boxes
Bakery racks
Machinery movement
Warehouse material handling
Features
Rust resistant coating
Double ball bearing
Smooth rolling
High impact resistance
Heavy load carrying
Brake locking system available
PU and heavy-duty industrial castors are popular because they provide smooth movement, good grip, and long service life. �
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Popular Materials
PU
Nylon
Rubber
Cast Iron
Phenolic
UHMWPE
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How to Choose Correct Castor Wheel
Check load capacity
Floor type
Indoor or outdoor use
Wheel size
Need brake or non-brake
Swivel or fixed type
Common Industrial Uses
Heavy-duty castors are widely used in factories, warehouses, fabrication units, CNC machines, logistics, and material handling applications.