Our Clients
- Load per castor50kg per castor (150kg for a set of 4) *
- Wheel diameter50mm
- Overall height60mm
- WheelPolyurethane on Cast Iron
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Specifications
- Castor Type
- Swivel Ball Castor, Peg & Socket
- Fixing
- 8 x 25mm Peg with Socket
- Wheel Diameter
- 50mm
- Wheel Material
- Polyurethane on Cast Iron
- Colour
- Brown ball, grey tyre
- Total Castor Height
- 60mm
- Load Capacity
- 50kg per castor (150kg for a set of 4) *
Load check
How we work it out: on a real floor one castor is often carrying little or nothing, so we share the weight across one fewer castor than you fit (with 3 castors, across all 3). Tick the box to add a 30% margin for rough use.
Floors & use
Polyurethane tread
- Rolls quietly and smoothly
- Kind to most finished floors
- Hard-wearing, carries a high load for its size
- Ideal on concrete, epoxy, vinyl and tiles
- Not intended for very hot areas
- Less cushioning than rubber over rough ground
Details & FAQs
Metal Ball Castor
This classic 50mm ball castor pairs a glossy brown cast iron ball with a soft grey polyurethane tyre, rated at 50kg per castor. The tyre rolls quietly and protects wood, laminate and tile, while the traditional ball shape suits sofas, armchairs and period furniture.
It fits with an 8 x 25mm peg and socket: the peg with its spring clip pushes into a matching socket in the leg, so the castor can be fitted or removed without tools. The total castor height is 60mm.
Why Choose This Castor
- ✓ Soft grey polyurethane tyre that is kind to hard floors
- ✓ Strong cast iron centre rated at 50kg per castor
- ✓ Push-in peg and socket fitting, no screws needed
- ✓ Full swivel for easy movement in any direction
- ✓ Classic ball shape for traditional furniture
- ✓ Low 60mm total height
* Load capacity per castor. For a set of four, allow for uneven floors by planning on three castors carrying the load. Check that your furniture takes an 8mm peg and socket before ordering.
Where It Works Best
- ✓ Sofas and armchairs: traditional upholstered furniture on wooden or tiled floors.
- ✓ Dining and occasional chairs: chairs with turned legs and peg sockets.
- ✓ Shop fittings: display units moved around the shop floor.
- ✓ Office and hotel furniture: classic pieces that need a floor-friendly castor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fit this castor?
Fit the socket into an 8mm hole in the bottom of the leg, then push the peg into the socket until the spring clip clicks in.
Is it good for hard floors?
Yes. The grey polyurethane tyre is softer than bare metal and helps protect wood, laminate, tile and vinyl floors.
Will it fit my old castor socket?
It fits sockets made for an 8mm peg. Measure the peg on your old castor before ordering.
What colour is it?
The ball is a glossy brown and the tyre is a soft grey. Plain metal ball versions are also available.
How much weight can it carry?
Each castor is rated at 50kg, and a set of four up to 150kg.
How tall is the castor?
The total castor height is 60mm, with a 50mm wheel.
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