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Each Hamilton product is custom manufactured for your order (lead time is shown on each product page). Please confirm all specs before checkout, since made-to-order items aren't eligible for returns, exchanges or refunds. Need help? Call 844-439-4335 or email info@casterhq.com and we'll verify fit for you.
Wheel = wheel diameter · capacity is per caster.
Light duty casters in polyurethane, polyolefin and rubber, 2-1/2 to 5 in wheels, rated 120 to 450 lb per caster.
| Tread | Core | Wheel sizes | Rated per caster | Listed temperature | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyurethane | Aluminum and Polyolefin | 3, 4 and 5 in | 300 to 450 lb | -40°F to 200°F | quiet, floor-friendly and long wearing |
| Polyolefin | 3-1/2, 4 and 5 in | 240 to 450 lb | -20°F to 200°F | wet and chemical areas, light to medium loads | |
| Rubber | Polyolefin | 2-1/2, 3-1/2, 4 and 5 in | 120 to 275 lb | -40°F to 180°F | cushioned and quiet on finished floors |
| Phenolic | 3, 4 and 5 in | 450 lb | Up to 250°F | hard and easy rolling on smooth, dry floors | |
| Cast iron | 2-1/2, 4 and 5 in | 200 to 450 lb | -40°F to 320°F | heat, chips and heavy loads on rough floors | |
| Nylon | 4 and 5 in | 350 to 400 lb | -40°F to 210°F | low rolling effort on smooth floors, handles wet areas |
Ratings are for single casters of light duty casters, from product fields [S1].
| Wheel | Treads | Rated |
|---|---|---|
| 2-1/2 x 1-1/8 in | rubber | 120 to 175 lb |
| 3 x 1-1/4 in | polyurethane | 400 lb |
| 3 x 1-3/4 in | phenolic | 450 lb |
| 3-1/2 x 1-1/4 in | rubber | 140 lb |
| 4 x 1-1/4 in | polyurethane, nylon and rubber | 250 to 450 lb |
| 4 x 1-1/2 in | phenolic, cast iron and polyolefin | 400 to 450 lb |
| 5 x 1-1/4 in | polyurethane, nylon and rubber | 275 to 450 lb |
| 5 x 1-1/2 in | polyolefin, phenolic and cast iron | 450 lb |
Related to light duty casters: industrial casters, hi-lo and leader.
Single light duty casters are rated 120 to 450 lb; most fall between 250 and 450 lb.
Most light duty casters use 3-1/8 x 4-1/8 in. Other plates on light duty casters: 2-1/2 x 3 in and 2-3/4 x 3-3/4 in.
Polyurethane leads on light duty casters, rated 300 to 450 lb per caster. Among light duty casters, polyolefin is next at 240 to 450 lb.
