DH Casters Swivel Caster 6 Inch Phenolic Wheel
DH Casters swivel caster 6 inch phenolic is a drop forged heavy duty plate mounted caster built for demanding loads. The AISI 1045 hot forged steel construction provides impact resistance while still allowing the caster to roll smoothly under load, which supports consistent movement of heavy fixtures. The full double ball bearing raceway supports the swivel action, helping the caster turn under weight without binding during position changes. A zinc plated finish covers the metal surfaces, which helps the caster maintain its condition in typical shop and factory environments. The 6 inch phenolic wheel offers a non-marking wheel surface, which protects finished floors while moving heavy equipment. A 2-1/2 inch tread width spreads the load across the floor, which supports stability when moving loaded carts or machinery. The plate mount design matches plate mounted casters in the same 4-1/2 by 6-1/4 inch class, which supports straightforward mounting on suitable plates.
Key Heavy Duty Caster Details For Demanding Use
- The 1600 lb load capacity allows this caster to support heavy machinery, factory assembly tables, and cargo containers, which helps consolidate equipment weight onto fewer casters in demanding installations.
- The 6 inch wheel diameter lets the caster roll over typical shop floor transitions, which helps maintain movement under heavy loads during repositioning work.
- The 2-1/2 inch tread width creates a stable footprint on the floor, which supports steadier movement when pushing or pulling loaded tables or equipment.
- The plate size of 4-1/2 by 6-1/4 inches provides a broad mounting surface, which distributes forces into the mounting structure for heavy duty applications.
- The phenolic wheel material offers a non-marking wheel surface, which protects floors in factories and shops while equipment and cargo containers are moved.
- The plate mounted caster design aligns with builders hardware plate mount installations, which fits typical welded or bolted caster plates on heavy frames.
Plate Mount Swivel Caster Fit And Installation Use
This plate mount swivel caster is built around a 3/8 inch thick top plate, which provides a rigid interface between the caster and the equipment frame for repeatable mounting. The 5/16 inch welded legs tie the wheel housing to the plate, which supports the stated load capacity when the caster is bolted to a suitable structure. A nut and bolt kingpin secures the swivel section, which supports serviceability and helps maintain swivel integrity in heavy duty use. The 3/4 inch axle carries the 6 inch phenolic wheel, which helps the wheel stay aligned under load during movement. The swivel type design allows equipment to pivot and maneuver in confined areas, which is valuable around machinery and assembly tables. As a plate mounted caster in the builders hardware category, it suits installations where a flat plate interface is already part of the frame or cart design.
Using This Heavy Duty Caster In Real Work
Where This 6 Inch Swivel Caster Performs Best
This drop forged heavy duty caster uses AISI 1045 hot forged steel, which supports demanding applications such as cargo containers, factory assembly tables, and heavy machinery. In these environments, the impact resistance of the forged steel helps the caster absorb shocks from loaded carts crossing floor joints or debris. The full double ball bearing raceway supports smooth swivel motion, which helps operators reorient loaded equipment without excessive force. The phenolic wheel provides a non-marking tread, which is valuable when moving heavy machinery across finished factory floors that must stay clean and presentable. The 1600 lb load capacity supports concentrated loads on each caster, which is useful when machinery or containers are supported by a limited number of plate mounted casters.
Details That Support Repeatable Caster Performance
The 3/8 inch thick top plate and 5/16 inch welded legs form a rigid structure, which helps keep the wheel tracking consistently under the rated load and limits flex that could affect movement. The nut and bolt kingpin holds the swivel assembly together, which supports consistent bearing preload in the full double ball bearing raceway and helps the caster swivel predictably. A 3/4 inch axle carries the 6 inch by 2-1/2 inch phenolic wheel, which supports the wheel across its width for stability under side loading as equipment turns. The zinc plated finish on the metal components provides a treated surface, which helps the caster maintain its condition in normal shop and factory atmospheres. As a plate mount product in the builders hardware plate mounted casters category, this caster matches workflows where plate interfaces are standard, supporting repeatable installations on new builds or heavy equipment fixtures.
Common Questions About This DH Casters Swivel Caster
What load can the C-SHD625PNS swivel caster handle?
The C-SHD625PNS swivel caster has a 1600 lb load capacity, which lets it support heavy machinery, cargo containers, and factory assembly tables using an appropriate number of casters.
How does the plate mount design help installation?
The plate mount design with a 4-1/2 by 6-1/4 inch top plate offers a broad mounting surface, which spreads forces into the frame on plate based caster installations.
What are the wheel size and tread width on this caster?
This caster uses a 6 inch diameter phenolic wheel with a 2-1/2 inch tread width, which supports stable rolling and floor contact under load.
Why choose a phenolic non-marking wheel for factory floors?
The phenolic wheel is non-marking, which helps protect finished factory or shop floors while moving heavy equipment or cargo containers.
How does the double ball bearing raceway affect swivel action?
The full double ball bearing raceway supports smooth swivel motion under load, which helps operators turn or position heavy carts with less effort.
Where is this heavy duty caster typically used?
This heavy duty caster is used on cargo containers, factory assembly tables, and heavy machinery, where its 1600 lb rating and forged construction support demanding service.
Selecting This Caster For Heavy Duty Plate Mount Jobs
The DH Casters swivel caster with 6 inch phenolic wheel, plate mount, and 1600 lb capacity combines a forged steel body, double ball bearing raceway, and non-marking wheel to support heavy duty movement. The 4-1/2 by 6-1/4 inch plate, 3/8 inch thick top plate, and 5/16 inch welded legs provide a solid interface for builders hardware plate mounted casters on machinery, cargo containers, and factory assembly tables. For projects that need a plate mounted swivel caster matching these dimensions, materials, and ratings, this C-SHD625PNS unit offers a defined configuration for planning heavy equipment mobility.
