Overview
The B-ALST 100K-12 is a 4-inch industrial rigid caster designed for medium-duty applications. This non-swivel caster features a Blickle Softhane polyurethane wheel, which ensures excellent floor protection and reliable performance.
Benefits
- Polyurethane Wheel:Â The caster is equipped with a Blickle Softhane polyurethane elastomer wheel, providing high abrasion resistance, non-marking, and non-staining properties.
- Durability:Â The pressed steel fixed rig with a top plate fitting ensures the caster's durability and stability.
- Load Capacity:Â The caster has a dynamic load capacity of 550 lbs at 2.5 mph, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.
- Precision Ball Bearings:Â The ball bearing design ensures smooth and maintenance-free operation.
| SKU | B-ALST 100K-12 | Minimum Temperature | -5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Diameter | 4 Inches | Maximum Temperature | 160 |
| Wheel Width | 1-9/16 Inches | Wheel Material | Blickle Softhane Polyurethane Elastomer |
| Overall Height | 5-1/8 Inches | Bearing Type | Ball Bearing |
| Core Material | Die-Cast Aluminium | Weight Capacity | 550 lbs at 2.5 mph |
| Caster Type | Rigid | Mounting Type | Top Plate |
| Application | Heavy Duty | Top Plate | 3-5/8 Inches x 2-1/2 Inches |
| Hardness Rating | 75 Shore A | Top Plate Holes | 1-3/4 Inches x 2-13/16 Inches - 3-1/16 Inches |
Blickle Softhane® Polyurethane Wheels
Blickle Softhane® polyurethane wheels are designed for exceptional operational comfort, quiet mobility, and superior floor protection. These wheels feature an extra-thick, elastic polyurethane-elastomer tread that is gentle on surfaces, abrasion-resistant, and non-marking—even in sensitive environments.
Barron Equipment offers a full range of Softhane® wheel solutions, including:
- ALST Series: Wheels with Softhane® tread cast onto die-cast aluminum centers. Ideal for uneven surfaces and sharp edges, these wheels offer a Shore hardness of 75 A and are available in swivel and rigid caster formats.
- GST Series: Heavy-duty wheels with Softhane® tread bonded to rugged gray cast iron centers. Built for demanding industrial applications requiring high load capacity and durability.
These wheels are resistant to a wide range of aggressive substances (excluding aromatic solvents, hot water, and steam), and are available in antistatic versions with gray treads. Custom Shore hardness values and colors are available upon request.
Check out the video below to learn more about Softhane polyurethane wheels.
Applications
The B-ALST 100K-12 rigid caster is ideal for:
- Medium-Duty Tasks: Ideal for applications requiring reliable and durable caster wheels.
- Floor Protection: Suitable for environments where floor preservation is crucial due to its non-marking polyurethane wheel.
- Industrial Use: Perfect for industrial settings where medium-duty performance is needed.
Selection Assistance
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