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Polyolefin Wheels

These polyolefin wheels are bare hard plastic for light carts that need a cheap, chemical-resistant tread. Wheels in this collection range from about 500 to 900 lb per wheel. Four live sizes cover the shortlist with ratings at 500, 650, 700, and 900 lb. Typical service spans about -40 to 180°F on the titles. Polyolefin is not soft floor-friendly tread. Soft polyurethane on aluminum (~85 Shore A) or TPR is the better pick when the floor has chips or grit. Match bore and diameter to the old wheel before you order. Capacities below are per wheel as labeled. Nylon aisle: nylon wheels. Stainless cart aisle: 304 stainless steel casters. Read the listing for the exact wheel size, overall height, and mount shown. Confirm the load rating printed on the title before you place your order today. Keep the load on the rating for that SKU and do not exceed it in service.

Polyolefin Wheels: buying guide

Polyolefin wheels are molded in one piece from hard, non-marking plastic that does not absorb water. Ours are 2 in wide and rated 500 to 900 lb.

4 to 8 in500 to 900 lb per wheel-40 to 180°FShips from Mansfield, TX

What polyolefin is good at

One-piece molded polyolefin resists water, brine, oils, and common cleaners without a soft tread to swell or peel. It is light, non-marking, and priced for fleet replacement [S2][S3].

Size on this page Rated load Temp field
4 x 2 in 500 lb -40 to 180°F
5 x 2 in 650 lb -40 to 180°F
6 x 2 in 700 lb -40 to 180°F
8 x 2 in 900 lb -40 to 180°F

Active products on this page; loads and temperatures from product fields [S1].

Limits

  • Not for freezers, sustained oven heat, or long outdoor UV.
  • Hard ride: no cushion for fragile loads.
  • Match bore, hub length, and bearing type to the worn wheel.

Polyolefin wheel questions

Is this the same as polyurethane-on-polyolefin?

No. These are bare polyolefin wheels with no soft tread. Polyurethane-on-polyolefin adds a urethane face for quieter roll and floor protection.

What capacity range is here?

500 to 900 lb per wheel across the four active sizes.

Can polyolefin handle washdown?

Yes for water and many chemicals. Hot-water temperature is the limit; confirm the listing field near 180°F.

When should I step up from polyolefin?

Choose polyurethane for floor protection and quieter roll, nylon for higher heat or tougher chemical duty, or metal for chips and extreme heat.

Sources

  • [S1] CasterHQ product fields for the four polyolefin wheels on this page, pulled October 26, 2026.
  • [S2] Hamilton Aqualite polyolefin wheels (hamiltoncaster.com).
  • [S3] Industry polyolefin / polypropylene wheel tables (Global Caster, Caster Industries).

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