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Phenolic Wheels

Plate sizes: 2-1/2 x 3-5/8Bolt holes: 1-3/4 x 2-7/8Diameter: 3, 4, 5 inTread: 1-1/4 inCapacity: up to 1,200 lb
Phenolic casters handle heat, oils, and debris that soften rubber or poly on bake carts, autoclave dollies, and metalworking fixtures. Hard phenolic treads roll with low effort on smooth floors and shrug off many chemicals found in industrial plants. Plate-mount sizes in this hub pair 3 to 5 inch wheels with light-to-medium capacities for carts that see shop abuse. Check overall height and bolt pattern when replacing unmarked phenolic corners.

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Light-Duty Institutional Plate Casters (Phenolic)

Light-duty institutional plate casters configured with phenolic resin wheels for commercial and industrial carts operating on smooth, dry floors. Commonly specified where dimensional stability and resistance to oils and solvents are required.

Wheel diameters
3"–5"
Rated load range
~300–350 lbs per caster (model dependent)
Wheel material
Phenolic resin with macerated canvas reinforcement
Best suited for
Clean, dry environments with chemical exposure concerns

Standard configuration envelope

Mounting and dimensional standards
  • Mounting plate: 2-3/8" × 3-5/8"
  • Bolt hole pattern: 1-3/4" × 2-7/8", slotted to 3"
  • Wheel diameters: 3"–5"
  • Typical capacity: 300–350 lbs per caster (model dependent)
Material and rolling performance

Phenolic wheels are compression-molded under high pressure and temperature, producing a hard, non-metallic wheel with strong load-bearing performance. The macerated canvas reinforcement improves structural integrity and dimensional stability under load.

Phenolic offers excellent resistance to oils, grease, gasoline, and many mild chemicals, making it a common choice for environments where contamination would degrade rubber or polyurethane wheels.

Application considerations
  • Best performance on smooth, dry concrete floors
  • Hard tread rolls efficiently and resists flat-spotting under static loads
  • Not recommended for uneven floors, debris, or damaged surfaces
  • Avoid continuous moisture or washdown exposure, which may cause swelling or degradation
Common applications
  • Institutional and commercial carts
  • Clean, dry warehouse environments
  • Food processing areas without washdown
  • Facilities with oil or solvent exposure concerns
Standards and compliance

ANSI-tested designs · ICWM dimensional standards · NSF-listed models · RoHS-compliant materials

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