High Temperature Rubber Wheels

Most high temperature rubber wheels are rated for continuous use between 300 and 450 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the specific compound. Silicone-based formulations generally handle the highest sustained temperatures. Always check the individual product specification to confirm the rating matches your oven or autoclave operating temperature.

Yes. Bakery rack ovens are one of the most common applications for high temperature rubber wheels. They are designed to roll in and out of rack ovens without softening, leaving residue, or losing load capacity. Many commercial bakeries standardize on these wheels for their rotating rack oven carts.

Absolutely. High temperature rubber wheels function well across a wide range, from roughly minus 20 degrees F up to their maximum heat rating. They do not need to be hot to perform properly, so they work fine rolling from a cold prep area into a hot oven and back out again.

High temperature rubber wheels are generally non-marking on sealed concrete, tile, and commercial kitchen flooring. However, if the wheels pick up grease or food residue inside an oven, they may transfer that residue onto the floor outside. Regular cleaning of the wheel tread prevents this.

The key differentiator of high temperature rubber wheels is their thermal stability. Conventional rubber begins to break down around 180 to 200 degrees F, becoming tacky, losing its shape, and leaving residue on floors. High temperature compounds resist this degradation, maintaining consistent hardness and tread integrity even after repeated heat cycling. Most high temperature rubber wheels feature a durometer in the 60A to 80A range, giving them enough compliance to roll smoothly while remaining firm enough to support meaningful loads. They also resist the oils, greases, and food-grade cleaning agents commonly encountered in commercial baking and food processing facilities.

Caster Central stocks high temperature rubber replacement wheels in a variety of diameters and widths to fit standard bakery rack casters and industrial oven cart frames. If your operation moves product through ovens, proofing chambers, or sterilization cycles, these wheels keep your equipment rolling safely. Browse our inventory below.