Durable Self-Returning Caster Heavy Duty Wheel Caster Adaptive Steering Mode Medical Equipment AGV Caster
- Self-Returning Mechanism: Automatically reverts to a straight-line direction when unloaded or external force ceases, utilizing internal springs or mechanical structures (e.g., eccentric column + spring plate).
- Pure Mechanical Design: Relies on components like springs and plates for resetting, ensuring simplicity and low maintenance.
- Adaptive Steering Modes: Allows 360° rotation under load for flexibility, while automatically resetting to straight-line movement when unloaded.
- Dustproof and Durable: Some models include dust covers (e.g., patent CN210191028U) to protect internal mechanisms from debris.
| Brand Name | Luma |
|---|---|
| Additional services | OEM ODM services |
| Plate Size | 115*100 |
| Hole spacing | 65*55 |
| Hole diameter | 85*73 |
| Wheel material | PU |
| Wheel diameter | 100 mm |
| Wheel width | 50 mm |
| Installation height | 183 |
| Bearing type | Dual bearings |
| 7-day lead time for sample orders | support |
| Warranty | One year |
- Vs. Standard Swivel Casters:
- Standard casters require manual direction adjustment; self-resetting models auto-return via spring force, streamlining operations.
- Auto-reset casters enforce straight-line alignment when unloaded, ideal for assembly lines or orderly parking.
- Vs. Rigid Casters:
- Rigid casters only move forward/backward; self-resetting types combine omnidirectional mobility with directional stability.
- Standard Range: 2-inch (50mm) to 8-inch (200mm) diameters, with load capacity scaling accordingly (e.g., 2-inch: 50kg; 8-inch: 500kg+).
- Custom Options: Industrial variants support tailored dimensions, such as low-profile (height <50mm) or heavy-duty (load ≥1 ton) designs.
- Logistics & Warehousing: AGVs and shelf-handling equipment, ensuring automatic alignment when unloaded.
- Medical Equipment: Hospital beds and medical carts, preventing directional chaos during critical moves.
- Retail & Supermarkets: Shopping carts and display ladders, enhancing mobility and orderly parking.
- Industrial Production Lines: Assembly line trolleys and material transporters, minimizing manual adjustments.
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Smart Replacement
In scenarios where both directional and omnidirectional movement are needed (e.g., AGV carts, medical equipment), self-returning casters automatically switch modes via mechanical structures, reducing manual intervention. They can replace the combination of fixed casters and swivel casters. -
Improved Precision and Efficiency
For example, in automotive assembly lines, self-returning casters automatically align the equipment along the track when unloaded, while allowing flexible turning when loaded, eliminating the need for repeated manual adjustments and improving operational efficiency. -
Limitations
In high-load, pure straight-line transportation scenarios (e.g., heavy-duty shelves, long-term fixed-path transport), fixed casters remain a more cost-effective and reliable choice due to their simple structure and superior load-bearing stability.
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