Office Chair Caster Wheels
Office chair caster wheels come in a variety of types, with a wide price range. Common types can cost anywhere from a few cents to several tens of yuan, and the methods for disassembly and replacement mainly depend on the type of wheel.
Common Types and Prices
Office chair caster wheels are diverse, with significant price differences among types. Stem-mounted wheels, such as the cross-border export 3-inch transparent swivel double wheels with stems, are priced at ยฅ8.5; manufacturer-supplied stem-mounted TPR silent casters in 1-inch, 2-inch, and 3-inch sizes, with 360ยฐ smooth rotation for furniture, office chairs, and trolleys, also cost ยฅ8.5. Screw-mounted wheels, like the threaded-rod swivel casters, plastic nylon threaded flat swivel wheels with brakes for office furniture hardware accessories, are priced at ยฅ0.48; the premium 2-inch threaded-rod European and American casters GJWB with brakes, silent swivel wheels for furniture, swivel office chairs, and wheels, cost ยฅ1.44. Other special types, such as movable casters, low-profile swivel wheels, tripod wheels, high-profile wheels, pressure-resistant and wear-resistant silent rollers for office furniture desks, are priced at only ยฅ0.88; while aluminum alloy wheels, metal 2-inch swivel wheels, quiet and suitable for high-cleanliness laboratories, clean rooms, and offices, can cost as high as ยฅ20.9.
Disassembly Methods
The disassembly methods for different types of office chair caster wheels vary. Stem-mounted wheels are relatively simple to disassemble; they can be pulled out directly by hand. If you lack sufficient strength, you can use toolsโclamp the stem with pliers and then gently tap it out with a hammer to easily separate the wheel from the chair leg. Screw-mounted wheels require the use of appropriate tools, such as a screwdriver handle, to unscrew the screws and complete the disassembly of the wheels. During disassembly, be mindful of applying moderate force to avoid damaging the chair leg or screws.
Replacement Methods
Replacing office chair caster wheels is relatively straightforward. For stem-mounted wheels, align the new forked-stem wheel with the hole on the chair leg and press it in directly, ensuring the wheel is securely installed and can rotate normally. For screw-mounted wheels, after removing the old wheel, align the screw of the new wheel with the threaded hole on the chair leg and tighten it with a screwdriver to ensure a tight connection between the wheel and the chair leg, preventing looseness during use.
