Product Description
Wheel, Poly, 3 1/4 X 2 3/4
Specifications
Product Overview
| Manufacturer | Yale |
Physical Specifications
| Material | Polyurethane |
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| Width | |
| Compatibility | Electric lift trucks, electric pallet jacks |
Compatibility
| Wheel Type | Load Wheel |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions and material of the 5049105-01 wheel?
A: The 5049105-01 is a polyurethane wheel. The polyurethane material provides good traction on smooth warehouse floors, resistance to moisture, and reasonable durability for material handling equipment.
Q: What Yale electric lift truck models use the 5049105-01 wheel?
A: The 5049105-01 is compatible with select Yale electric pallet jacks, hand trucks, and lift equipment. Verify your truck model and serial range to confirm fitment.
Q: Why use polyurethane instead of rubber for the 5049105-01?
A: Polyurethane offers superior abrasion resistance, better moisture handling, and consistent hardness compared to rubber. It resists degradation from warehouse chemicals and water, maintains grip on wet concrete, and provides predictable rolling resistance. Polyurethane wheels typically last longer than rubber in indoor material handling environments.
Q: How do I determine if the 5049105-01 will fit my equipment?
A: Confirm your truck model matches documented compatibility.
Q: What causes premature wear on the 5049105-01 wheel?
A: Premature wear results from rough concrete surfaces, sharp debris, sustained high-load rolling, inadequate wheel pressure, or misalignment. Flat spots develop from stationary weight, and edge wear occurs if the truck tilts excessively during operation. Regular equipment inspection and proper tire pressure maintenance extend wheel life.
Q: When should the 5049105-01 wheel be replaced?
A: Replace the wheel when tread wears to less than 50 percent of original depth, when visible cracking appears, or when the wheel develops excessive wobble or noise. Loss of traction or increased steering effort indicates pending replacement.
