04SeriesLow Profile Casters

CasterHQ · 1-13/16" wide · zinc

3 inch wheel, 4-1/4 inch tall. For machines that need to sit low.

Wheel sizes
3"
Per caster
500–700 lb
Overall height
4-1/4"
Top plate (in.)
2-3/8 x 3-5/8
3-1/8 x 4-1/8
4 x 4-1/2
Finish
Zinc

Sold as Swivel, side brake, rigid. Plate, threaded stem, grip ring stem and expandable stem mounts.

04 Series Low Profile Casters

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    The 04 Series is CasterHQ's low profile caster for machines and frames that must sit low: a 3 in. wheel, 1-13/16 in. wide, at 4-1/4 in. overall height, rated 500 to 700 lb per caster. Three top plates (2-3/8 x 3-5/8, 3-1/8 x 4-1/8 and 4 x 4-1/2 in.) or a 1/2-13 threaded stem. Sold as swivel, swivel with side brake or rigid, in heavy-duty polyolefin, glass-filled nylon and donut polyurethane on aluminum.

    What is a 04 Series caster?

    The 04 Series is CasterHQ's low profile caster: 1-13/16 in. wide wheels in 3 in. diameter, rated 500 to 700 lb per caster. 3 inch wheel, 4-1/4 inch tall. For machines that need to sit low. Sold as swivel, side brake and rigid. Top plate 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in., 3-1/8 x 4-1/8 in. or 4 x 4-1/2 in., plus a threaded stem mount. Finish: zinc.

    What plate size and bolt pattern does the 04 Series use?

    The 04 Series mounts on 3 plate sizes. 2-3/8 x 3-5/8 in. plate: bolt hole spacing 1-3/4 x 2-7/8 to 3 in., 5/16 in. bolts. 3-1/8 x 4-1/8 in. plate: bolt hole spacing 1-3/4 x 2-15/16 to 2-3/8 x 3-3/8 in., 5/16 in. bolts. 4 x 4-1/2 in. plate: bolt hole spacing 2-5/8 x 3-5/8 to 3 x 3 in., 3/8 in. bolts. The holes are slotted, so measure your old plate center to center and match the spacing, not just the plate outline.

    How much weight can a 04 Series caster carry?

    500 to 700 lb per caster, depending on wheel diameter and material. By wheel size: 3 in. wheels 500 to 700 lb. To size a cart, divide the total weight (cart plus load) by one less than the number of casters, then choose a caster rated at or above that figure.

    How tall is a 04 Series caster?

    Overall height, floor to top of plate: 3 in. wheel 4-1/4 in. Stem casters list height less stem on the product page.

    Which wheel materials come in the 04 Series?

    3 wheel materials: Heavy-duty polyolefin; Sirius heavy-duty donut polyurethane on aluminum core; Glass-filled nylon. Every material is a separate listing with its own photo, capacity and price.

    Does the 04 Series come with a brake?

    Yes. Swivel 04 Series casters are available with a side brake: a steel lever on the side of the fork that you step down to lock the wheel and lift to release (also called a top lock brake). Rigid casters have no brake.

    Can I get the 04 Series with a stem instead of a plate?

    Yes. The 04 Series is also sold with threaded stem 1/2-13 x 1 in. or 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 in. Stem casters use the same wheels, capacities and brake option as the plate versions.

    What is the swivel radius, axle size and bearing of the 04 Series?

    Swivel radius: 3 in. wheel 2-3/8 in. Axle diameter 3/8 in. Bearings: Plain bore and Precision ball.

    What warranty does the 04 Series carry?

    04 Series casters carry a 1 year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of purchase. Normal wear, overloading, misuse and improper installation are not covered. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

    What is the difference between the 04 Series and the X05 Series?

    Compared with the 04 Series, the X05 Series is the heavy duty version of the same 3 in. low profile caster, rated up to 1,000 lb per caster with a black oxide finish.