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All measurements indicate the wheel diameter by the tread width.
The below capacity ranges indicate the working (dynamic) load that each caster will support. A safety factor should be included in your formula to determine your required load rating per caster.
W/(C-1)=R W is total weight needed to move. C is total number of casters required. R is ideal load rating, with safety factor built in. Divide the total load weight by one less caster than you will use to safely determine load rating.
Plate dimensions shown are overall mounting plate size.
When replacing existing casters, select the closest plate size and verify bolt-hole compatibility.
BHP = Bolt Hole Pattern, shown under each plate.
Match the stem: type, diameter, thread and length. How to measure a stem →










Threaded stem casters that screw into a tapped hole or threaded socket. 1/2-13 stems on 3 to 5 in wheels rated 200 to 350 lb, and 3/8-16 stems on light 2 to 3 in casters.








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| Stem | Wheels | Rated load | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 in | 3 to 5 in | 200 to 350 lb | CasterHQ poly, TPR, phenolic, hi-temp phenolic, nylon, semi-steel, cast iron; Colson Performa rubber and HI-TECH poly |
| 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 in | 2 in | 200 lb | Polyolefin |
| 3/8-16 x 1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in | 2 to 3 in | 80 to 100 lb | Light rubber, TPR and poly casters, some with top lock |
| 3/8 in stems | 2 in | 80 lb | Shepherd polyolefin ball casters |
Product titles and fields [S1].
A round stem without threads is a grip ring or friction stem, and a stem with a rubber sleeve is an expanding stem. Those need different sockets: see sockets and T-nuts.
Top lock and wheel lock brakes stop the wheel. Total lock brakes stop the wheel and the swivel. See total lock casters for more.
Common sizes: 1/2 in threaded stem casters and 3/8 in threaded stem casters.
A 1/2 in diameter thread with 13 threads per inch, the US coarse thread for that size.
On this page, 80 to 100 lb for small 3/8-16 casters and 200 to 350 lb for 3 to 5 in casters on 1/2-13 stems.
Measure the thread diameter, count threads per inch, and measure the length from the swivel to the tip.
Yes. Top lock, wheel lock and total lock versions are listed.
Jordan Wilson, CasterHQ · reviewed October 20, 2026 · 844-439-4335 · info@casterhq.com
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