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4 x 2 Phenolic Casters | Heavy Duty

Diameter: 4 inTread: 2 inPlate: 4 x 4-1/2 inCapacity: 800 lb per caster
This page lists 4 x 2 phenolic casters. Phenolic is the most common tread on these 4 x 2 phenolic casters, rated 800 lb per caster. Sets of 4 4 x 2 phenolic casters list 3,200 lb combined.

4 x 2 phenolic casters by tread

Tread Core Wheel sizes Rated per caster Listed temperature Where it fits
Phenolic 4 in 800 lb -50°F to 250°F hard and easy rolling on smooth, dry floors

Ratings are for single casters of 4 x 2 phenolic casters, from product fields [S1].

Choosing 4 x 2 phenolic casters

  1. Load: plan on three casters carrying a four-caster cart [S2]; 4 x 2 phenolic casters rated 800 lb each then carry about 2,400 lb.
  2. Mount: most 4 x 2 phenolic casters use a 4 x 4-1/2 in top plate; measure bolt hole centers on the old plate and compare.
  3. Floor: on 4 x 2 phenolic casters, phenolic suits smooth concrete and heavy loads, but is loud and hard on tile and wood.
  4. Rig: swivel and rigid 4 x 2 phenolic casters are listed, with side lock brake options.

4 x 2 phenolic casters questions

How much weight can 4 x 2 phenolic casters carry?

Single 4 x 2 phenolic casters are rated 800 lb.

What top plate do 4 x 2 phenolic casters use?

Most 4 x 2 phenolic casters use 4 x 4-1/2 in.

What wheel material is most common on 4 x 2 phenolic casters?

Phenolic leads on 4 x 2 phenolic casters, rated 800 lb per caster.

Sources

  • [S1] CasterHQ product fields (rated load, diameter, width, wheel and core material, temperature range, mount) and product descriptions for the items on this page, pulled October 20, 2026.
  • [S2] Preferred Equipment casters and wheels quick guide PDF (prefeq.com): load sizing on one less caster, wheel types and floor notes.

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