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Light duty casters are designed for carts, racks, furniture, displays, and light equipment where smooth rolling, maneuverability, and floor protection are priorities. These casters typically support loads up to 350 lbs per caster depending on floor condition, impacts, and load distribution.

Use this page to choose the correct light duty caster configuration by mounting style, plate size, stem type, or environment—matching the options shown in our mega menu.

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2-3/8" × 3-5/8" Plate Casters (Popular) Up to 350 lb • Common for carts, racks, and equipment bases 3-1/8" × 4-1/8" Plate Casters Up to 350 lb • Larger plate footprint for certain frames Threaded Stem Casters Up to 350 lb • Adjustable / threaded mount applications Grip Ring / Friction Ring Stem Casters Up to 350 lb • Quick install into standard receptacles Expanding Rubber Stem Casters Up to 350 lb • Secure fit in tubing / sockets Stainless Steel Casters Up to 350 lb • Corrosion resistance for damp/washdown environments High-Temperature / Oven Rack Casters Up to 350 lb • Heat-rated applications

When to Use Light Duty Casters

Office carts, furniture, displays, and fixtures
Light industrial carts and workstations
Smooth concrete, tile, epoxy, or finished floors
Applications requiring easy rolling and low push force

Selection tip: Caster ratings are typically per caster under ideal conditions. If your cart crosses joints, thresholds, debris, ramps, or has impacts, consider upsizing wheel diameter or stepping up to a heavier duty class.

Light Duty Casters FAQ

What are light duty casters used for?

Light duty casters are commonly used on carts, furniture, displays, and light equipment where smooth rolling and maneuverability are priorities.

How much weight can light duty casters support?

Many light duty caster configurations are rated up to 350 lbs per caster under ideal conditions. Floor condition, impacts, and uneven loading can reduce real capacity.

Which mount type should I choose: plate or stem?

Plate casters mount via a top plate bolt pattern and are common for carts and equipment bases. Stem casters (threaded, grip ring, or expanding) fit receptacles or sockets and are common for frames, stands, and certain equipment.

Can you help me match a replacement caster?

Yes. Send your mounting details (plate size/bolt pattern or stem type/size), overall height, wheel diameter/width, load, floor type, and clear photos.

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Caster Engineering Tools

These calculators apply to any caster application—even if you’re browsing a different category. Use them to estimate load rating per caster, select wheel material, and estimate push/pull force. Expand any tool for full analysis + a share-ready spec line.

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CasterSpec^™ Load Calculator

Fast estimate. Expand for safety factor + uneven floor + spec output.

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Floor / bumps

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WheelMatch^™ Material Selector

Fast recommendation. Expand for noise, duty cycle, floor protection.

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Floor

Environment

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PushForce^™ Push/Pull Calculator

Estimate effort fast. Expand for operators, materials, bumps, startup mode.

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Wheel Ø

Floor

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BHP: 1-3/4″ × 2-7/8″, slotted to 3″

BHP: 1-3/4″ × 2-15/16″ slotted to 2-3/8″ × 3-3/8″

BHP: 2-5/8” X 3-5/8” (Slotted to 3” x 3”)

BHP: 2-7/16" x 4-15/16" slotted to 3-3/8" x 5-1/4"

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BHP: 3-3/8" x 5-1/4" slotted to 4-1/8" x 6-1/8"

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