| Comparison Dimension | Central Lock Casters | Ordinary Casters |
| Number of Wheels | Varies by specific type (e.g, TN: 125mm, 150mm; TC:150mm, etc.) | Varies by specific type |
| Wheel Specifications | As per respective models (e.g, TN: 125mm, 150mm; FC:75mm, 100mm, 125mm, etc.) | Varies by specific type |
| Housing Material | Typically Nylon (varies by model) | Varies by specific type (e.g, Nylon, Nylon-PA6, etc.) |
| Wheel Core Material | Typically Nylon (varies by model) | Vaies by specific type (e.g, Nylon, Nylon-PA6, etc.) |
| Tread Material | Varies by model (e.g, may include TPU/TPE/PP, etc.) | Varies by specific type (e.g, TPU/TPE/PP, etc.) |
| Braking Mode | Total brake (with central locking function) | Usually total brake or other modes (without central locking function) |
| Precision Requirement | High standards (to ensure central locking accuracy) | Average or high standards |
| Noise Control | Excellent | Excellent or varies |
| Stem (Optional) | Bolt plate solid (varies by model) | Bolt plate, solid or other types (varies by model) |
Our central lock casters and central locking wheels provide secure and reliable mobility for a wide range of medical equipment. Designed for smooth and precise operation, they deliver low-noise performance and a key central locking mechanism that ensures equipment stays safely immobilized, effectively preventing accidents. With high load capacity, excellent wear resistance, and durable materials, these casters perform reliably even in the most demanding medical environments.
Widely applied across hospitals and clinics, central lock casters and central locking wheels are used in patient beds, emergency carts, medical equipment trolleys, medicine distribution vehicles, medical instrument trolleys, infusion pump trolleys, and rehabilitation equipment trolleys. By enhancing safety, stability, and operational efficiency, they play a crucial role in supporting seamless medical workflows and protecting both patients and staff.
The central locking mechanism allows simultaneous control of all casters through a single pedal or control lever.
High-precision bearings ensure smooth rotation and low noise movement, creating a quiet hospital environment.
Constructed from PA, TPU or TPE materials, providing:
wear resistance
chemical resistance
non-marking wheels
Smooth wheel surfaces prevent dust and hair accumulation, making the casters easy to maintain in sterile environments.
Designed to support heavy medical equipment while maintaining stable and safe movement.
With over 20 years of dedicated experience in producing high‑quality medical casters, our central lock casters are engineered for reliable performance and long service life in demanding healthcare environments.
We offer flexible OEM and ODM support, allowing customized solutions for wheel size, materials, mounting types, and locking systems to match specific medical equipment requirements.
Every central locking wheel undergoes rigorous quality inspection and testing throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring high precision, stable rotation, low noise, and durable performance that medical facilities can trust.
Our central lock casters meet international medical standards and certifications, making them suitable for use in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings where safety, sanitation, and compliance are critical.
Provide a wide range of customization options, including wheel diameters, tread materials and stem. Customers can choose the perfect central locking wheels for your application.
A central lock caster is a swivel caster equipped with a centralized braking mechanism that allows all wheels on a piece of equipment to be locked or released simultaneously from a single control point, offering secure immobilization of medical equipment.
Central locking casters work via a central control link that activates the braking system for all connected wheels at once. When engaged, it locks wheel rotation and/or swivel motion to keep the equipment stable and secure.
Central lock caster: A caster system where a single central control simultaneously engages or disengages locks on multiple wheels.
Total lock caster: Refers specifically to locking both wheel rolling and swivel functions on an individual caster.
In practice, central lock casters often include total lock mode as part of their multi‑mode locking system, but their defining feature is one‑action centralized locking for multiple wheels.
Central locking casters are widely used on medical equipment that must be secured during use, including: patient beds, emergency carts, medical equipment trolleys, medicine distribution vehicles, medical instrument and infusion pump trolleys, rehabilitation equipment. They enhance safety, efficiency, and precise positioning in busy healthcare environments.
Medical casters typically use high‑quality materials such as:
Nylon or PA6 housing for strength and chemical resistance
Polypropylene (PP) or TPU/TPE wheel treads for quiet, smooth movement
Steel,providing robust load capacity
These materials help resist hair entanglement, dust buildup, disinfectants, and heavy use.
Central lock casters are available in a range of wheel diameters, for example:
75 mm、100 mm、125 mm、135mm、150 mm、200 mm
Different series may offer additional size and configuration options to match equipment needs.
Some central locking caster models support directional locking in addition to total lock and free modes, improving control during long pushes or transport.
As they are often made with smooth‑surface materials like high‑quality nylon and polymer wheel treads, central lock casters are easy to wipe down and disinfect, which is critical in medical environments.
Load capacity depends on wheel size, construction, and materials. Smaller medical central lock casters may support dozens of kilograms per caster, while larger twin‑wheel models can support significantly higher loads — suitable for heavy medical carts and beds. (Exact capacities vary by model.)
Yes. Many central locking caster suppliers like SECURE Caster can customize wheel size, mounting type, tread material, and locking configuration to fit specific medical equipment requirements.
Consider the following factors when selecting:
Load capacity: Match or exceed expected equipment weight.
Wheel material: TPU/TPE for quiet, non‑marking movement; nylon for durability.
Size: Larger wheels roll more easily over thresholds and uneven floors.
Locking functions: Choose models with total and directional lock options if needed.
Environment: Easy‑to‑clean materials for infection control.
This ensures safe, smooth, and efficient performance in healthcare settings.