Central Lock Medical Caster

Central Lock Medical Casters are caster assemblies specifically designed for hospital equipment requiring synchronized braking and directional control. Unlike standard medical casters equipped with individual wheel brakes, a central locking system enables the simultaneous locking or releasing of multiple casters via a foot pedal or linkage mechanism. This design enhances equipment stability during patient treatment, transport, and positioning.

Central Lock Medical Casters are commonly used on hospital beds, stretchers, operating tables, transport carts, medical imaging equipment, and intensive care unit (ICU) equipment. They are engineered to ensure smooth rolling, low operational noise, and controlled movement across hospital flooring surfaces such as vinyl, epoxy, tile, and resin.

These caster assemblies typically consist of a precision wheel, a swivel housing, a central locking mechanism, bearings, and mounting components. The choice of wheel material-such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), polyurethane (PU), or thermoplastic rubber (TPR)-depends on requirements regarding floor protection, rolling resistance, and ease of cleaning. Stainless steel or galvanized brackets are available for environments requiring corrosion resistance and frequent disinfection.

1. Hospital Beds

Used on manual and electric hospital beds with central locking systems to provide smooth movement and secure positioning during patient care.

2. Patient Stretchers

Installed on medical stretchers for safe patient transportation, allowing quick locking and directional control in emergency and clinical environments.

3. Operating Tables

Suitable for surgical tables that require stable positioning and synchronized braking during medical procedures.

4. Medical Equipment Trolleys

Applied to anesthesia carts, treatment trolleys, diagnostic equipment, and mobile medical devices requiring controlled mobility and centralized brake operation.

Company profile

 

In May 1997,Jiaxing xingteng Plastic Co,ltd was founded.

In May 2002, Jiaxing xingteng Caster Co,ltd was founded.

In Feb 2006,applied for 'TENG'trademark all over the world

In July 2008,passed the ISO9001-2000 International Quality System Certificate

In May 2011,pass the BV audit

In March 2017,got the ROHS 2.0 certificate

In Sept 2019, Anhui Xingteng Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd was founded

In August 2020,Xingteng get another Invention patent that authorized by the US patent office.

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High Quality

Nearly 30 years of experience, strict control of the entire process, and multiple tests to ensure quality.

02

Advanced Equipment

More than 100 fully automatic equipment, including injection molding, punching machines and professional testing machines.

03

Professional Team

The R&D, production, quality inspection and after-sales teams have clear division of labor and sufficient experience.

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Custom Service

Customized size, load-bearing capacity, etc. on demand, quick response, exclusive design and production.

Q1: What is a central lock medical caster?

A central lock medical caster is a caster designed to operate with a centralized braking system, allowing multiple wheels to be locked or unlocked simultaneously using a single foot pedal or control mechanism.

Q2: What equipment commonly uses central lock casters?

They are commonly used on hospital beds, ICU beds, stretchers, operating tables, medical carts, diagnostic equipment, and patient transport trolleys.

Q3: How does a central locking system work?

The braking mechanism is connected through a linkage system that activates all connected casters simultaneously. Depending on the design, it can provide free rolling, directional lock, or total lock functions.

Q4: Which wheel material is recommended for hospital floors?

TPU and TPR wheels are commonly selected because they provide quiet movement, protect hospital flooring, and leave no marks during operation.

Q5: What load capacity should be selected?

The total equipment weight, including accessories and patient load where applicable, should be divided by the number of supporting casters. An additional safety margin is recommended to account for uneven load distribution and dynamic movement.

Q6: Can these casters withstand frequent cleaning?

Yes. The wheel materials and metal components are designed to tolerate routine hospital cleaning and disinfecting with commonly used cleaning solutions.

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