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Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters that get the job done.

Whatever you need to get rolling - we can help. We carry specific casters to meet a wide variety of industry-specific applications.

Casters 101: A Quick Tutorial: Connector Types

Chapter 2 of the Apollo Caster learning guide. Keep in mind, you can always call for assistance.

Tutorial Chapters:

Lesson 2: Connector Types - Terminology to search and find the right connector

Most casters use one of the connectors type below. Make sure to call if you have any questions.
Click image to browse these products.	Top Plate Easy to use for home or outdoor projects Best for heavier applications Sizes from 1-1/2" square to 12" square Rigid casters use these almost exclusively
Click image to browse these products.	Grip Ring Spring ring creates friction to hold caster in the socket. Requires a properly sized socket Simple and fast to install; easy to replace casters later 7/16" diam x 7/8" tall is most common size
Click image to browse these products.	Grip Neck Economical and widely used with furniture Requires proper socket Once installed, the caster is very secure and can be difficult to remove
Click image to browse these products.	Threaded Stem Good for use on home and do-it-yourself projects. Wide variety of sizes and lengths Use with T-nut sockets or apply your own washer and nut
Click image to browse these products.	Hollow Kingpin Provides flexibility to use your own threaded stem or other connector Economically priced
Click image to browse these products.	Expanding Adapter Place into a hollow tube, then turn the nut to expand the rubber and tighten against tube interior Great for difficult to fit applications Many sizes available

Next lesson: Chapter 3: Wheel Materials

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