Wheel 5.91 in
The Maxtech wheel is a precision caster wheel engineered for demanding industrial applications including aerospace industry, airport equipment, automotive OEM, ceramic and glass manufacturers, container construction, machine construction, production and platform trolleys, scaffolding, tool cabinets, waste disposal equipment, work benches, and transport equipment. This wheel features a diameter of 5.91 inches with a tread width of 1.26 inches composed of polyurethane, injected, electric-conductive material that ensures safe operation in electrostatic-sensitive environments. The wheel body is constructed from polyamide, electric conductive, and is supported by a precision ball bearing for smooth, reliable rotation. The hub length measures 1.42 inches with an axle hole diameter of 0.31 inches, accommodating standard caster mounting hardware. The wheel demonstrates a static load capacity of 661.39 pounds and a dynamic load capacity of 330.69 pounds at speeds up to 1.86 miles per hour, making it suitable for both stationary and mobile applications requiring robust performance and electrical conductivity.
Wheel 4.92 in
The Elastech wheel is engineered for use in caster applications and features a diameter of 4.92 inches with a tread width of 1.57 inches. The wheel is constructed with a polyamide body that is electric conductive, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments. The tread is composed of an elastic tire that is non-marking, antistatic, and vulcanized, providing superior durability and safety characteristics. The wheel is equipped with a precision ball bearing for smooth rotation and minimal friction. With a static load capacity of 705.48 pounds and a dynamic load capacity of 352.74 pounds at 2.48 miles per hour, this wheel is suitable for a wide range of industrial applications including AMR systems, automated shuttle systems, automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, professional cleaning carts, roll cages, scaffolding, tool cabinets, transport equipment, and work benches.
Wheel 5.91 in
The Puretech wheel is a precision caster wheel engineered for demanding industrial and commercial applications including scaffolding, shopping trolleys, store fixtures and display systems, tool cabinets, waste disposal equipment, work benches, and transport equipment. This wheel features a diameter of 5.91 inches with a tread width of 1.26 inches composed of solid rubber in black with electric-conductive properties for enhanced safety and performance. The wheel body is constructed from zinc die-cast material, ensuring durability and reliability in high-traffic environments. The hub length measures 1.4 inches, and the axle hole diameter is 0.33 inches, accommodating standard caster mounting configurations. The wheel is equipped with a precision ball bearing that is sealed for protection against contamination and extended service life. The static load capacity reaches 661.39 pounds, while the dynamic load capacity is 330.69 pounds at a speed of approximately 1.86 miles per hour, providing reliable performance across various operational demands.
Advantages of Electrically Conductive Wheels
Electrically conductive wheels provide a defined, low-impedance path to earth, safely dissipating electrostatic charge from mobile equipment to protect sensitive electronics, measuring systems, and control assemblies. Unlike antistatic wheels, which only limit charge accumulation, conductive wheels enable a measurable discharge route for dependable ESD control. As with any mobility solution, performance depends on the complete assembly: select a wheel and an appropriately rated castor housing, and ensure end-to-end continuity through axle, bearings, housing, and chassis for your specific use case.
TENTE electrically conductive wheels offer various benefits:
Reliable ESD Protection – A controlled, low‑resistance path channels static safely to ground, helping prevent damage to sensitive assemblies, sensors, and control units. This safeguards both product quality and process stability.
Improved Operator Safety – By minimising nuisance shocks and charge accumulation on application frames, conductive wheels contribute to a safer, more comfortable working environment.
Process and Cost Assurance – Improper ESD protection can lead to high consequential costs for the entire production process. Conductive wheels help maintain throughput and protect high-value components across the line.
Stable Conductivity over Service Life – TENTE wheels use conductive compounds rather than surface coatings, helping maintain consistent electrical performance as the wheel wears.
Types of Electrically Conductive Wheels
Electrically conductive wheels are available in multiple configurations – different tread compounds, wheel centres, bearing packages, and diameters – so you can match load capacity, floor requirements, and hygiene needs to your application. All variants provide a defined, low-resistance path to earth. However, the level of ESD control differs across the range. The TENTE portfolio includes conductive wheels – which achieve an electrical resistance of less than or equal to 10 kiloohms (104 ohms) - and discharging wheels – their electrical resistance ranges from 10 kiloohms (104 ohms) to 1 gigaohm (109 ohms). When selecting a configuration, ensure a continuous conductive chain and pair the wheel with an appropriately rated castor housing to maintain both electrical continuity and mechanical performance in your specific environment.
Conductive Wheels
Conductive wheels provide moderate ESD control by offering a defined discharge path with an electrical resistance of ≤ 10 kiloohms (104 ohms). Because this level of protection is limited, they are not intended for highly sensitive ESD environments (e.g., certain automotive electronics lines) and should be used only for less-sensitive electronic components. Conductive wheels are tested in accordance with DIN EN 12530. Products that meet this requirement are visually identified in yellow – either on the wheel itself or via yellow elements on the castor housing (such as caps or clips).
Discharging Wheels
Discharging (ESD) wheels provide electrostatic protection for sensitive devices by offering a defined, low-resistance path to earth. Their electrical resistance lies between 10 kiloohms (104 ohms) and 1 gigaohm (109 ohms), ensuring voltage peaks are dissipated in a controlled manner through the wheel’s built-in resistance. Wheels that meet these criteria are marked with the ESD protection symbol and are suitable for use within EPA (Electrostatic Protected Areas) in accordance with IEC 61340. TENTE discharging (ESD) wheels are certified by ESD-AKADEMIE – Germany’s leading electrostatic discharge specialist in Großmaischeid - so they can be used confidently in regulated environments such as electronics manufacturing, cleanrooms, and healthcare. Because these wheels are often integrated into equipment beyond our direct control, the complete system must be validated to ensure effective ESD protection. The equipment manufacturer is responsible for verifying continuous conductivity and for inspecting the entire assembly for compliance with the relevant ESD regulations before delivery.
Fields of Application for ESD Wheels
Electrically conductive wheels are used when mobile applications require moderate control of static charge, but not the highest level of ESD protection. Remember that requirements vary by environment: in low-sensitivity applications, conductive wheels can be sufficient; in higher-risk areas, you should specify discharging (ESD) wheels that meet IEC 61340 standards for a defined, low-impedance route to earth. In all cases, ensure a continuous conductive chain – from wheel, to axle, over bearings, to housing, the applications’ frame, to earth bond.
Across industries that handle sensitive technology, controlled charge dissipation is essential. In automotive electronics and electrical manufacturing, discharging (ESD) wheels help maintain Electrostatic Protected Areas (EPAs), protecting process yield and finished assemblies. Unmanaged ESD can destroy semiconductors outright or create latent defects that surface later – both costly. Cleanroom operations benefit because static control supports stringent environmental standards, while pharmaceutical production relies on ESD-safe mobility to protect monitoring and control systems alongside validated processes. In atmospheres with ignition risk – such as pyrotechnics, petroleum processing, and chemical plants – preventing static-induced sparking is also a critical safety measure.