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 Stock60mm Twin Wheel Swivel Castor | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing, 150kg Capacity (GAJSD60ASFHUD)
Original price was: £129.86.£64.93Current price is: £64.93.Sale!60mm Swivel castor bracket with Dual (Twin) polyur... Read Moreethane tyres on aluminium centres and quality ball bearings. The Bracket has a black powder coating for extra protection compared to Zinc Plated frames.The top plate has 4 fixing holes with 86x61mm bolt hole spacing. Each fixing hole is drilled to 9mm and suited to an 8mm bolt. The load capacity of this castor is 150kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed).This castor has been manufactured for the high demands of the AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) market and has a low overall height of 87mm. There are two wheels fitted into the frame, each having a tread width of 23mm.The Polyurethane tyre has a shore hardness of 95 Shore A and offers a low tractive resistance making it easier to get moving compared with softer rubber tread wheels. It is also a 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 ball bearing offer the lowest rolling resistance to reduce the effort required to move the castors. Put this wheel into a strong bracket that has a double ball race in the swivel head and you have a castor that is a great choice for the wide range of industrial and domestic applications.- In Stock
100mm Swivel Castor, 180kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZH100RN1B10)
Original price was: £11.72.£8.79Current price is: £8.79.Sale!100mm Single Bolt Hole (10mm) Swi... Read Morevel Castor with Blue Rubber Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 180kgThis castor has a 10.5mm bolt hole to suit an M10 bolt. - In Stock
100mm Swivel Castor | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing, 180kg Capacity (MSZ100PN1B)
Original price was: £11.96.£8.97Current price is: £8.97.Sale!100mm Red Polyurethane Tyre Wheel on a Nylon 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 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 that has a double ball race in the swivel head and you have a castor that is a great choice for the wide range of industrial and domestic applications. - In Stock
100mm Swivel Castor, 180kg Capacity | Blue Rubber Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSZ100RN1B)
Original price was: £10.51.£9.46Current price is: £9.46.Sale!100mm Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre on a nylon centre w... Read Moreheel with a roller bearing fitted into a pressed steel swivel castor bracket. The Swivel Bracket has a 4 hole top plate measuring 105x80mm with 80x60mm bolt hole spacing. The load capacity of this castor is 180kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h (walking speed)The Blue Elastic Rubber Tyre offers a higher load capacity than standard grey or black rubber tyres and is non-marking, gentle on floors and the rubber absorbs vibrations whilst in motion making this a low noise option. 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 performer and one of our most popular products. - In Stock
175mm Swivel Castor, 800kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGHP175ASFMUD)
Original price was: £142.41.£99.69Current price is: £99.69.Sale!175mm Heavy-duty Swivel Castor with a Powder Coate... Read Mored 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.
- Double Ball Bearing Race and hardened bearing Seats in the swivel head: For an optimum swivel rotation function and durability.
- 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 an incredibly smooth swivelling function with no "rock" to the swivel head and no sideways movement on the wheel for exceptional operating performance.
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200mm Swivel Castor, 900kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGHP200ASFMUD)
Original price was: £160.42.£112.30Current price is: £112.30.Sale!200mm Heavy-duty Swivel Castor with a Powder Coate... Read Mored Pressed Steel Bracket and a 250mm overall height. The caster wheel has a Blue Polyurethane Tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium Centre with Ball BearingsFeatures:- 900kg 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.
- Double Ball Bearing Race and hardened bearing Seats in the swivel head: For an optimum swivel rotation function and durability.
- 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 an incredibly smooth swivelling function with no "rock" to the swivel head and no sideways movement on the wheel for exceptional operating performance.
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150mm Swivel Castor, 700kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball bearing (KGHP150ASFMUD)
Original price was: £128.27.£89.79Current price is: £89.79.Sale!150mm Heavy-duty Swivel Castor with a Powder Coate... Read Mored Pressed Steel Bracket and a 200mm overall height. The caster wheel has a Blue Polyurethane Tyre (Shore A 95) on an Aluminium Centre with Ball BearingsFeatures:- 700kg 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.
- Double Ball Bearing Race and hardened bearing Seats in the swivel head: For an optimum swivel rotation function and durability.
- 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 an incredibly smooth swivelling function with no "rock" to the swivel head and no sideways movement on the wheel for exceptional operating performance.
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125mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, 600kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Plain Bore (33661)
£131.18125mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor and nylon... Read More wheel with a 600kg load capacity. The top plate and frames are made from AISI 304 Stainless Steel Castor and the Stainless Steel balls from AISI 420. This castor has a 172mm overall height.Upgrade your equipment with our 125mm Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, designed for superior performance in demanding environments. Ideal for both industrial and domestic applications, this castor is built to resist corrosion and heavy use. The swivel head includes a double ball race with a hardened ball race track, ensuring smooth and reliable movement.Key Features:- Load Capacity: Supports up to 600kg, making it ideal for heavy loads.
- Top Plate Dimensions: Measures 135x110mm, with fixing bolt hole centres at 105x80mm and accommodates 12mm bolts for easy installation.
- Wheel Material: The castor features a white nylon (polyamide) wheel with a 45mm tread width, designed to provide non-marking performance.
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100mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, 370kg Capacity | Nylon Wheel, Ball Bearings (33605)
£96.52100mm Heavy Duty Top Plate Swivel Castor and nylon... Read More wheel with ball bearings. The top plate and frames are made from AISI 304 Stainless Steel Castor and the Stainless Steel balls from AISI 420. This castor has a 137mm overall height.Upgrade your equipment with our 100mm Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, designed for superior performance in demanding environments. Ideal for both industrial and domestic applications, this castor is built to resist corrosion and heavy use. The swivel head includes a double ball race with a hardened ball race track, ensuring smooth and reliable movement.Key Features:- Load Capacity: Supports up to 370kg, making it ideal for heavy loads.
- Top Plate Dimensions: Measures 105x80mm, with fixing bolt hole centres at 80x60mm and accommodates 8mm bolts for easy installation.
- Wheel Material: The castor features a white nylon (polyamide) wheel with a 37mm tread width, designed to provide non-marking performance.
- Precision Bearings: Fitted with two precision ball bearings, this castor offers the lowest rolling and swivel resistance in its class, ensuring effortless movement even under heavy loads.
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100mm LAG Swivel Castor with Brake, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (23606)
£56.19100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (LAG Pressed Steel... Read More) with a large Top Plate measuring 135 x 110mm and 105 x 80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This caster has an overall height of 137mm and an offset of 37mm. The wheel is a quality Polyurethane Tyre on Cast Iron Centre Wheel with a 40mm Tread Width and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 300kg - In Stock
100mm LAG Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (23603)
£46.74100mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (LAG Pressed Steel) ... Read Morewith a Top Plate measuring 105x80mm and 80x60mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. This caster has an overall height of 137mm and an offset of 37mm. The wheel is a quality Polyurethane Tyre on Cast Iron Centre Wheel with a 30mm Tread Width and Ball Bearings. Load Capacity = 300kg - In Stock
100mm Swivel Castor with 19mm to 21.5mm Expander Fitting, 100kg Capacity | Rubber Tyre Wheel, Ball Bearing (194550)
Original price was: £7.30.£7.09Current price is: £7.09.Sale!100mm Grey Therm... Read Moreoplastic Rubber Tyre Wheel on a nylon centre fitted into a 10mm Single Bolt Hole Swivel Castor (Pressed Steel Frame) complete with a 19mm - 21.5mm Round Expander. The swivel head has a double ball race and the load capacity of this castor is 100kg using manual propulsion at 4km/h.The expander fitting is designed to fit into an round hollow tube with an internal diameter of 19mm to 21.5mm.This castor is fitted with a grey rubber tyre that will not mark or damage the floor and is ideal for most general, light duty castor purposes such as trolley castors or dolly castors. The Ball Bearing in the wheel provides excellent rolling performance. - In Stock
75mm Swivel Castor, 80kg Capacity | Polypropylene wheel, Plain Bore (2KS075PPPL)
£8.6175mm Twin Wheel Top Plate Swivel Castor (Pressed S... Read Moreteel) with 38.5/48x38.5/48mm Fixing Holes and a 60x60mm Top Plate. Two Black Polypropylene Wheel each with a tread width of 24mm and a smooth Plain Bore. Load Capacity = 80kg - In Stock
50mm Compact Swivel Castor, 200kg Capacity | 50mm Nylon Wheel, Ball bearing (KS050NYBJ200)
£12.3350mm Low Level swivel castor (Black Painted Frame)... Read More with 71x55mm Top Plate and 53x36mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres.This High Load small and compact Low Level compact castor has an overall height of 71mm and a Black Nylon Wheel with a 24mm Tread Width and Ball bearings. Load Capacity = 200kg - In Stock
160mm Stainless Steel Swivel Castor, 300kg Capacity | Polyurethane Tyre Wheel, Roller Bearing (MSS160PNB)
£62.44160mm Top Plate Swivel Castor (AISI 304 Stainless ... Read MoreSteel) with a 140x110mm Top Plate and 105x80mm Fixing Bolt Hole Centres. The caster wheel has a Polyurethane Tyre on a Nylon Centre Wheel with a stainless steel Roller Bearing. Load Capacity = 300kg
