Polyamide / Nylon Castors
Swivel castor with total lock 80 mm
The Alpha stainless is a swivel castor with total lock featuring a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, fitted with a roller bearing in stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance and durability, with a diameter of 80 mm. The castor has an overall height of 108 mm, providing compact integration whilst maintaining robust performance characteristics. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it suitable for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor 80 mm
The Alpha stainless swivel castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement under load. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, fitted with a roller bearing, stainless for corrosion resistance and longevity, and measures 80 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 108 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg. This castor is designed for demanding environments including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment applications.
Swivel castor 100 mm
The Alpha stainless swivel castor features a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy stainless steel and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable rotation. The wheel diameter measures 100 mm, contributing to an overall height of 128 mm. Load capacity specifications include a dynamic rating of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it suitable for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor with total lock 100 mm
The Alpha stainless is a swivel castor with total lock featuring a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy stainless steel and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth rotational movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a 100 mm diameter polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system for reliable operation. The castor has an overall height of 128 mm, providing appropriate clearance for various applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg. This robust castor is specifically designed for demanding environments including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment applications.
Swivel castor 80 mm
The Alpha stainless swivel castor features a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy stainless steel and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable rotation. The wheel diameter measures 80 mm, contributing to an overall height of 108 mm for the complete assembly. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 150 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 300 kg, making it suitable for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and various transport equipment where corrosion resistance and reliable performance are essential requirements.
Swivel castor with total lock 80 mm
The Alpha stainless is a swivel castor with total lock featuring a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy-duty stainless steel and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth rotational movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable operation. The wheel diameter measures 80mm with an overall height of 108mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 150kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 300kg. This castor is specifically designed for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor 125 mm
The Alpha stainless swivel castor features a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable rotation. The wheel diameter measures 125 mm with an overall height of 155 mm. Load capacity specifications include a dynamic load rating of 200 kg at 4 km/h operating speed and a static load capacity of 400 kg. This castor is specifically designed for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor with total lock 125 mm
The Alpha stainless is a swivel castor with total lock featuring a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth rotational movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable operation. The wheel diameter measures 125mm with an overall height of 155mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 400kg. This castor is specifically designed for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor with total lock 125 mm
The Alpha stainless is a swivel castor with total lock designed for demanding industrial applications. The castor features a bolt hole fitting for secure mounting to equipment and structures. The housing is constructed from heavy stainless steel and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth rotation and exceptional durability in harsh environments. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing excellent wear resistance and chemical compatibility, whilst the roller bearing is manufactured from stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long service life. The wheel diameter measures 125mm and the overall height of the complete assembly is 155mm. Load specifications include a dynamic load capacity of 200kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 400kg, making it suitable for catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment applications.
Fixed castor 200 mm
The Alpha stainless fixed castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy-duty material ensuring robust performance in demanding environments. The wheel incorporates a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, equipped with a roller bearing, stainless design for smooth operation and corrosion resistance, and measures 200mm in diameter. The overall height of the unit is 240mm, providing optimal clearance for various applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 500kg at 4km/h operating speed and a static load capacity of 1000kg. This castor is specifically designed for catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment applications.
Fixed castor 80 mm
The Alpha stainless fixed castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy-duty material ensuring robust performance in demanding environments. The wheel incorporates a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, equipped with a roller bearing, stainless design for smooth operation and corrosion resistance, and measures 80 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 108 mm, providing optimal clearance for various applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at 4 km/h operating speed and a static load capacity of 400 kg. This castor is specifically designed for catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment applications.
Swivel castor 150 mm
The Kappa load swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth directional changes under load. The wheel assembly comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 150mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 200mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a static capacity of 1920kg, with dynamic load ratings of 960kg at 4km/h and 800kg at 6km/h operating speeds. This robust castor is designed for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor 250 mm
The Kappa load swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth directional changes under load. The wheel assembly comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 250mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 305mm, making it suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 1320kg at 4km/h or 1100kg at 6km/h operating speeds, with a static load capacity of 2640kg. This robust castor is designed for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor with directional lock 150 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with directional lock designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth operation. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 150 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 200 mm. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 960 kg at 4 km/h and 800 kg at 6 km/h, with a static load capacity of 1920 kg. This robust castor is suitable for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor with directional lock 160 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with directional lock designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel bearing system for smooth operation and durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 160 mm in diameter. The overall height of the unit is 205 mm. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 1020 kg at 4 km/h and 850 kg at 6 km/h, with a static load capacity of 2040 kg. This castor is particularly suited for airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM applications, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems where reliable heavy-duty mobility is essential.
Swivel castor with directional lock 200 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with directional lock designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth operation. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 200 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 245 mm. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 1200 kg at 4 km/h and 1000 kg at 6 km/h, with a static load capacity of 2400 kg. This robust castor is suitable for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor with directional lock 250 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with directional lock designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel bearing system for smooth operation and durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 250 mm in diameter. The overall height of the assembly is 305 mm. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 1320 kg at 4 km/h and 1100 kg at 6 km/h operating speeds, with a static load capacity of 2640 kg. This castor is specifically engineered for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor with total lock, head end of castor 150 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with total lock, head end of castor, featuring a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel bearing system for enhanced durability and smooth operation. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body material with tread material identical with wheel body, equipped with plain bearing and measuring 150 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 200 mm, providing optimal clearance for various industrial applications. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 960 kg at 4 km/h and 800 kg at 6 km/h operating speeds, with a static load capacity of 1920 kg. This heavy-duty castor is specifically designed for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor with total lock, head end of castor 160 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with total lock, head end of castor, designed for heavy-duty industrial applications. It features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting to equipment. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel bearing system for smooth operation and durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical with wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system, and measures 160 mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 205 mm. Load capacity specifications include dynamic loads of 1020 kg at 4 km/h and 850 kg at 6 km/h operating speeds, with a static load capacity of 2040 kg. This castor is suitable for demanding applications including airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor 125 mm
The Kappa load swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy iron forged material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement under load. The wheel assembly comprises a heavy polyamide body with matching polyamide tread material, providing excellent durability and chemical resistance. The wheel operates on a plain bearing system and measures 125 mm in diameter. The complete assembly has an overall height of 170 mm. Load specifications include a static capacity of 1,680 kg and dynamic capacities of 840 kg at 4 km/h and 700 kg at 6 km/h operating speeds. This heavy-duty castor is engineered for demanding industrial applications requiring reliable mobility and substantial load-bearing performance.
Swivel castor with total lock, head end of castor 125 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with total lock positioned at the head end of the castor assembly. The unit features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing construction utilises iron forged heavy-duty material with a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism ensuring smooth rotational movement. The wheel incorporates a polyamide heavy-duty body with identical tread material providing consistent performance characteristics, supported by plain bearing technology. The wheel diameter measures 125 mm with an overall assembly height of 170 mm. Load specifications include dynamic capacities of 840 kg at 4 km/h operating speed and 700 kg at 6 km/h operating speed, whilst the static load capacity reaches 1680 kg, making this castor suitable for demanding industrial applications requiring reliable mobility and secure locking functionality.
Swivel castor with directional lock 125 mm
The Kappa load is a swivel castor with directional lock designed for heavy-duty applications. The castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from heavy iron forged material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel assembly comprises a heavy polyamide body with matching polyamide tread material, supported by a plain bearing system. The wheel diameter measures 125 mm, providing excellent load distribution. The overall height of the complete assembly is 170 mm. Load specifications include a static capacity of 1680 kg, with dynamic load ratings of 840 kg at 4 km/h operating speed and 700 kg at 6 km/h, making it suitable for demanding industrial transport applications requiring precise directional control.
Swivel castor 200 mm
The Kappa load swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth directional changes under load. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, mounted on precision ball bearings for optimal rolling performance, with a diameter of 200 mm. The castor has an overall height of 245 mm, providing appropriate ground clearance for industrial applications. Load specifications include a static capacity of 2000 kg and dynamic capacities of 1200 kg at 4 km/h and 1000 kg at 6 km/h, making it suitable for airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Swivel castor 150 mm
The Kappa load swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from iron forged, heavy material and incorporates a deep-groove ball thrust roller bearing swivel mechanism for smooth directional changes under load. The wheel comprises a polyamide, heavy body with tread material identical to the wheel body, mounted on precision ball bearings for optimal rolling performance, with a diameter of 150 mm. The castor has an overall height of 200 mm, providing appropriate ground clearance for industrial applications. Load specifications include a static capacity of 1600 kg and dynamic capacities of 960 kg at 4 km/h and 800 kg at 6 km/h, making it suitable for airport equipment, AMR systems, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, production and platform trolleys, and AGV systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advantages of Nylon Castors
Nylon castors are a robust mobility solution designed for demanding applications. Known for their high load capacity and low rolling resistance, these castors excel in environments where durability and efficiency are key. Their hard nylon tread ensures minimal wear and smooth manoeuvring on firm surfaces. With a variety of housing types and mounting options, nylon castors can be tailored to meet a wide range of operational requirements.
TENTE nylon castors offer various benefits:
High Load Capacity - Nylon castors can carry heavy loads with ease thanks to their rigid and durable tread. This makes them ideal for demanding applications that require reliable performance under pressure.
Low Rolling Resistance - The hard nylon tread surface enables smooth and effortless rolling, even under full load. This improves manoeuvrability and reduces the effort required to move equipment.
Exceptional Wear Resistance - Nylon is highly resistant to abrasion and deformation, ensuring a long service life even in continuous operation. Its durability minimizes maintenance and replacement needs.
Chemical and Moisture Resistance - Nylon castors perform well in environments exposed to water, cleaning agents, and many industrial chemicals. This makes them suitable for hygiene-sensitive and industrial settings.
Temperature Tolerance - Withstanding a wide range of temperatures, nylon castors remain functional in both cold storage and warmer working conditions without compromising performance.
Nylon castors are available in a variety of designs to meet the specific demands of industrial, healthcare, and furniture applications. Each type is engineered to deliver targeted performance benefits - ranging from high load capacity and low rolling resistance to excellent durability and chemical resistance. Below are some of the most common types of nylon castors and their key advantages:
Heavy Duty Nylon Castors
Designed for the most demanding industrial tasks, heavy duty nylon castors excel under high loads without compromising rolling performance. Their rigid tread ensures reliable mobility in warehouses, production halls, and distribution centres. These benefits make nylon castors particularly well-suited for heavy duty transport trolleys and more. One example is our Kappa castor – using a DURATECH nylon wheel it can handle loads of to 3,000 kg. Another example is our Omikron twin, equipped with two nylon wheels it is capable of handling loads of up to 15,000 kg.
Nylon Swivel Castors
Nylon swivel castors provide excellent manoeuvrability, allowing to change direction smoothly and effortlessly. They are especially valuable in confined spaces, making them ideal for applications like catering carts, meal delivery systems, professional cleaning care and mobile furniture, where precise handling is required. One example is our Alpha stainless swivel castor – using a stainless steel swivel housing, it can be equipped with a nylon wheel, allowing for a load capacity of 500 kg per castor.
Small Nylon Castors
Small nylon castors are designed for compact furniture and light equipment where space-saving mobility is essential. With wheel diameters starting from just 35 mm, they provide smooth rolling for applications like bedside tables, office furniture, and other lightweight mobile applications. Their hard nylon tread ensures durable performance while keeping the overall height to a minimum, making them ideal for designs where both functionality and a discreet appearance are required.
Fields of Application for Nylon Castors
Nylon castors are chosen wherever high load capacity, low rolling resistance, and long-lasting durability are required. Their robust design makes them a popular choice for industrial, healthcare, and furniture applications, supporting both light duty and heavy duty equipment. In industrial and logistics environments, nylon castors are used for applications like professional cleaning carts, transport equipment, and production and platform trolleys, where smooth maneuvering under heavy loads is essential. Their hard nylon tread ensures minimal wear, even during continuous operation in production and warehouse settings. In healthcare applications, nylon castors are fitted to applications like patient lifters, treatment chairs, and bedside tables, offering reliable and low-maintenance mobility. Their resistance to cleaning agents and moisture makes them well-suited for hygiene-sensitive environments. For furniture and mobile applications, nylon castors are commonly found on applications like catering carts, media furniture and office chairs. They enable effortless repositioning of equipment and furniture, ensuring functional mobility in both professional and commercial settings.