Product Description
Ultra-polyurethane load wheel assembly for Blue Giant PT-50 and PT-55 manual pallet jacks; OEM part BG 103-297 offers 3 inch diameter tread, precision ball bearings, and aluminum or steel hub compatibility. Engineered for high-duty manual material handling with continuous service cycle. Cross-references BG 103-297-A and BG 103-297-A-D.
Compatibility: Fits pallet jacks made by Blue Giant, model PT-50. Alternate model: PT50; PT 50. SKU: BG 103-297
Specifications
Material & Construction
| Finish | Machined aluminum hub, polished ultra-poly tread |
Mechanical Specifications
| Tread Material | Ultra-Polyurethane |
| Hub Material | Aluminum alloy (for BG 103-297-A-D), Steel (for BG 103-297-A) |
| Snap Ring | Compatible with OEM part number 18E208 (snap ring) |
Part Numbers
| OEM Part Number | BG 103-297 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BG 103-297 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the BG 103-297 compatible with Blue Giant PT-50 and PT-55 pallet jacks?
A: Yes, the BG 103-297 is engineered specifically for Blue Giant PT-50 and PT-55 manual pallet jacks. This OEM assembly offers 3 inch diameter tread and precision ball bearings designed for direct installation on these models.
Q: What hub material options are available for the BG 103-297?
A: The BG 103-297 line offers two hub material options: aluminum alloy hubs (BG 103-297-A-D variant) and steel hubs (BG 103-297-A variant). Aluminum hubs are lighter and reduce stress on equipment bearings, while steel hubs provide maximum load-bearing strength. Select based on your equipment design and load requirements.
Q: What cross-reference part numbers exist for the BG 103-297?
A: The BG 103-297 cross-references include BG 103-297-A (steel hub variant) and BG 103-297-A-D (aluminum hub variant). Confirm your original equipment hub material before substituting to ensure proper fit and performance characteristics.
Q: What bearing specification does the BG 103-297 include?
A: The BG 103-297 assembly includes precision ball bearings compatible with OEM part number 18E208 snap ring. The bearings are sealed to prevent contamination and extend service life under continuous manual material handling cycles.
Q: What finish does the BG 103-297 tread and hub have?
A: The assembly features a machined aluminum hub (for the A-D variant) or steel hub with polished ultra-polyurethane tread. This finish combination reduces rolling resistance, improves load wheel aesthetics, and helps prevent wear patterns from damaging equipment axles.
Q: How is the BG 103-297 suitable for high-duty material handling?
A: The BG 103-297 is engineered for continuous service cycles in manual material handling. The ultra-polyurethane tread provides non-marking operation indoors and outdoors, while precision ball bearings support rapid load cycles. The hub material options (aluminum or steel) allow equipment designers to optimize for speed or maximum load capacity.