DIRECTIONAL BLOCKING FOR Castor S80

This device is an external and additional directional brake, specifically designed to be mounted on an existing swivel caster from the S80 series. Unlike a standard wheel brake that locks the rotation of the wheel itself, this system aims to lock the pivoting of the caster, temporarily transforming it into a fixed caster to ensure straight-line movement. It is independent of any wheel brake that may already be present or added.

Type of part: It is an accessory or an additional braking module.

• Mounting and Fixing:

  • The directional brake is designed to be attached directly to the upper mounting plate of the caster (the rectangular or square plate that bolts to the equipment).
  • It can be secured with screws or bolts passing through holes provided on the brake and the plate, or by a compatible clamping system.

• Actuation Mechanism:

  • It incorporates a lever (often foot-operated or hand-operated) or another visible actuation mechanism, which allows the user to engage or disengage the brake.
  • When this mechanism is activated, a pin, latch, or moving arm extends.

• Locking Point:

  • The locking element fits precisely into a slot (or notch) located on the mount (the yoke) of the caster.
  • These slots are generally machined into the upper part of the yoke, just below the swivel plate.

• Specific Action:

  • The insertion of the pin/latch into the slot effectively locks the pivoting movement of the caster. The caster is then forced to maintain a fixed orientation (usually straight, parallel to the equipment frame).
  • This action is distinct from locking the rotation of the wheel. The goal is to guide the equipment in a straight line, rather than to completely immobilize it (although it aids in stability).