Double Locking Casters with Industrial Brake

Dual castor wheels refer to casters equipped with a double locking brake system that controls two functions at once — wheel rotation and swivel movement. This dual-action design ensures complete immobilization of equipment, making them ideal for medical settings such as hospital beds, stretchers, and patient care devices where accidental movement must be prevented.

The main types of locking casters include Total Lock (simultaneously locks both wheel rotation and swivel movement), Central Lock (a single mechanism that controls both wheel and swivel functions), Directional Lock (controls the direction of movement), and Swivel Lock (locks only the swivel movement while still allowing wheel rotation).

Total Lock casters prevent accidental movement by securing both the wheel rotation and swivel functions simultaneously, providing complete immobilization — ideal for critical medical procedures. Central Lock casters also control both functions but use a single centralized mechanism to engage them. Both types are available in Humphries Casters' double locking caster lineup.

Double locking casters are available in multiple wheel sizes including 3-inch, 4-inch, 5-inch, 125mm, and 152mm diameters. This range accommodates various weight capacities and equipment requirements, from standard medical equipment to bariatric applications.

These double locking casters are compatible with major medical equipment manufacturers including Hill-Rom, Stryker, Joerns, Invacare, and Tente, among others. Technical specialists are available to help verify compatibility with your specific equipment model and identify the correct caster solution.

Yes, select double locking casters are available with steam sterilizable options and water-resistant construction, making them suitable for medical environments where sanitation and infection control are critical requirements.

Humphries Casters offers significant cost savings of 30–100% compared to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) pricing, while still maintaining professional quality standards. Their technical team can also assist with identifying and sourcing the correct replacement parts for your specific equipment.