5 Inch Medical Swivel Brake Casters for Hospital Equipment

Technical Specifications – Medical Swivel Brake Caster Wheel

The 5-inch medical swivel brake caster is designed for hospital equipment, medical trolleys, and patient care beds, providing smooth, quiet, and stable mobility in clinical environments. Built with precision engineering and high-performance materials, it ensures long-term durability and reliable load-bearing performance in demanding healthcare applications.

Wheel Structure & Materials

The caster housing and wheel core are manufactured from high-strength nylon material, offering excellent structural stability and long service life. This engineering-grade material provides outstanding resistance to oil, abrasion, medical chemicals, and disinfectants commonly used in hospitals.

The wheel tread is made of premium thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), which enhances floor protection while ensuring quiet and smooth rolling performance. The TPE material also delivers excellent resistance to weathering, fatigue, and high-temperature environments, making it suitable for continuous medical use.

Bearing System & Movement Performance

Each caster is equipped with precision ball bearings installed in both the swivel axis and wheel hub. This advanced bearing system ensures:

• Smooth and effortless 360° swivel movement

• Low rolling resistance for easy pushing

• Minimal vibration during transportation

• Quiet operation in patient-sensitive environments

The dual-bearing structure significantly improves mobility performance and extends service life, even under frequent hospital usage.

Brake System Function

This medical caster features a dual-function braking system, including:

• Total lock brake (wheel + swivel lock)

• Free swivel mode for flexible movement

The braking mechanism allows secure positioning of hospital beds and medical trolleys when stationary, ensuring patient safety and operational stability during medical procedures.

Size & Load Compatibility

Available wheel diameters include:

• 75 mm

• 100 mm

• 125 mm (5 inch model)

Each size is designed to support different levels of hospital equipment load requirements, from lightweight medical carts to heavy-duty hospital beds and diagnostic equipment.

Stem & Installation Options

The caster supports multiple installation types for medical equipment compatibility:

• Threaded stem: 12 × 25 mm

• Threaded stem: 16 × 25 mm

This flexible fitting design allows easy integration with a wide range of hospital furniture, including:

• Medical trolleys

• Hospital beds

• Instrument carts

• Laboratory equipment

• Diagnostic devices

Application Scope

This hospital-grade swivel brake caster is widely used in:

• Hospital beds

• Medical trolleys

• Emergency carts

• Laboratory equipment

• Diagnostic instruments

• Healthcare furniture systems

It is specifically designed for environments requiring silent operation, smooth movement, and high safety standards.

Key Performance Features

• High load-bearing capacity for medical equipment

• Chemical and disinfectant resistant structure

• Silent and smooth rolling system

• Anti-wear TPE wheel tread

• Long service life for hospital environments

• Stable braking system for patient safety