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- Load per castor55kg per castor
- Wheel diameter50mm
- Overall height72mm
- WheelPolypropylene
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Specifications
- Castor Type
- Top Plate Swivel Castor with Brake
- Wheel Diameter
- 50mm
- Wheel Material
- Polypropylene
- Wheel Colour
- Black
- Tread Width
- 22mm
- Bearing Type
- Plain
- Brake
- Foot-operated brake
- Load Capacity
- 55kg per castor
- Fixing
- 4 bolt hole top plate
- Plate Size
- 50 x 50mm
- Plate Hole Centres
- 36 x 36mm
- Plate Hole Diameter
- 6mm
- Swivel Radius
- 70mm
- Total Castor Height
- 72mm
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
Nylon / polypropylene wheel
- Very easy to push, even when loaded
- Resists water, oil and many chemicals
- Hard-wearing and easy to wipe clean
- Best on smooth concrete and hard floors
- Noisier than rubber or polyurethane
- Hard tread can mark or damage soft and delicate floors
- Rolls poorly over debris and cables
Details & FAQs
Light Duty Plastic Castors
Move it easily, then lock it in place. This 50mm braked swivel castor pairs a black polypropylene wheel with a compact pressed steel top plate housing and a foot-operated brake, so display units, shop fittings, furniture and small trolleys turn freely and stay put when parked. It swivels a full 360 degrees for tight spaces, and each castor is rated for 55kg.
The polypropylene wheel is lightweight and hard-wearing, running on a plain bearing with a 22mm tread. The castor fixes to your equipment with a 50 x 50mm top plate with 6mm holes on 36mm centres, stands 72mm tall overall and has a 70mm swivel radius. Check the plate size and hole centres against your equipment before ordering.
Why Choose This Castor
- ✓ Foot-operated brake holds your equipment securely in position.
- ✓ Swivel castor turns 360 degrees for easy steering in confined areas.
- ✓ Black polypropylene wheel 50mm diameter, lightweight and durable.
- ✓ Plain bearing for a simple, smooth rolling action.
- ✓ Compact 50 x 50mm top plate with 4 bolt holes for straightforward fitting.
- ✓ 55kg load capacity per castor for light duty use.
* Load capacity is per castor on a level surface. Check that the plate size and hole centres suit your equipment before fitting.
Where It Works Best
This 50mm braked swivel castor suits:
- ✓ Shop fitting: displays and fixtures that are rearranged often.
- ✓ Furniture: moving lightweight furniture and equipment.
- ✓ Workshops and garages: carts for tools and light equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the brake lock?
Press the foot pedal down to apply the brake and hold the castor in place, so your display, cart or furniture stays where you park it. Lift the pedal to release it.
How much weight can this castor carry?
Each castor is rated for 55kg. Add up the castors fitted to your equipment to work out the total load.
How is the castor fitted?
It has a 50 x 50mm top plate with 6mm holes on 36mm centres, bolted or screwed to the underside of your equipment.
What is the wheel made of?
A 50mm black polypropylene wheel with a 22mm tread, running on a plain bearing.
How tall is the castor?
The castor is 72mm tall overall, from the floor to the top of the plate, with a 70mm swivel radius.
* This product does not have free shipping.
Delivery & returns
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