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Types of Caster Rigs

CC Peak Rig Only

Caster rigs vary in their construction and suitability for different applications. Some caster rigs are more suitable for towlines than others, while some caster rigs vary in their appropriateness for push/pull. Learn more about caster rig types below.

Stem Mount Caster Rig

This caster has a stem attachment with a swivel rig/fork/horn/yoke and wheel assembly that will allow rotation of 360 degrees, which permits movement in any direction.

Application(s):

  • Manual/Push Pull
  • Load capacities under 250 lbs/wheel


Gray Apex Adapter Stem

Plate Mount Rigid Caster Rig

This caster has a top plate attachment with a rigid rig/fork/horn/yoke and wheel assembly which permits only straight-line movement.

Application(s):

  • Manual Push/Pull
  • Tow lines
  • Industrial Equipment
CC Apex 6 inch rigid caster

Standard Kingpin Plate Mount Swivel Caster Rig

A plate mount, swivel section composed of an upper and lower ball race, held together with a nut and bolt, or a riveted kingpin.

Application(s):

  • Manual Push/Pull
  • Conveyor Applications
  • Drag Lines
  • Maintenance Carts
  • Utility Carts
  • Dollies
  • Racks
  • Retail Fixtures
CC Apex 6 inch kingpin swivel

Kingpinless Plate Mount Swivel Caster Rig

A plate mount, swivel section which is held together without a rivet or nut and bolt kingpin. Kingpinless swivel sections are held together by a single row of ball bearings which are contained by a full contact interlocking swivel raceway design.

Application(s):

  • Manual Push/Pull
  • Ideal for Tow lines
  • Conveyor Applications
  • Drag Lines
  • Maintenance Carts
  • Utility Carts
  • Dollies
  • Racks
  • Retail Fixtures
CC Apex 6 inch kingpinless swivel

Maintenance-Free Plate Mount Swivel Caster Rig

A plate mount, swivel rig composed of a sealed precision-ball or other sealed ball raceway. This type of rig concentrates load mainly on a primary thrust bearing, which allows for even dispersion of load, reducing push/pull. Caster Connection’s CC Peak maintenance-free rig provides unrivaled reduction in required push/pull force.

Application(s):

  • Best option for manual push/pull
  • Offers prime performance in tow lines
  • Conveyor Applications
  • Drag Lines
  • Maintenance Carts
  • Utility Carts
  • Dollies
CC Apex HD maintenance free swivel

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