Electrostatic
discharge (ESD) can be created by swivel and rigid caster wheels when they are
rolled across the floor. In some applications the buildup of electricity can be
harmful to the products being transported on the cart. The operator can also be shocked when
touching the steel or plastic cart. If
you are in the medical instrumentation market, electrical or semi-conductor
production market, automotive industry, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, or chemical
industries then you may need anti-static caster wheels. Not to mention flammable or highly explosive
environments then it is best to have a wheel that dissipates an electric
charge.
Most of the
conductive wheels that we use for these applications are made of a
thermoplastic rubber compound on poly core.
The wheels in the picture are a grey Performa wheel with precision ball
bearings and are non marking. They have
a capacity of 410 lbs. and are 6” diameter x 2” wide tread width. These are available in 3” up to 8” in varying
capacities.
Performa Conductive wheels have been rigorously tested and
approved by an independent lab and meet the requirements of federal
specification FF-C-88C. This specification requires an average electrical
resistance of less than 250,000 ohms. For other wheel sizes, please consult
factory for availability.
Temperature Range: -45ºF
to +180ºF intermittent service (120º continuous service)
Hardness: 75(±5) Durometer Shore
A scale
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Easy rolling and
turning – for ergonomic advantage
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Quiet rolling, impact
resistant, and very floor protective
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Absorbs shock to help
protect equipment
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Maximum
weather-ability and resistance to chemicals, water and steam
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USA-Made for fast lead
times and the highest quality
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Rejects floor debris,
such as metal shavings, for long service life
Not to mention the
Colson Performa wheel is all MADE IN THE USA!!!
Let me know if you
have an application for conductive wheels and anti-static casters in your
industrial or commercial material handling applications. We can help!
