What this kit is A 16-piece, zinc-finish steel mounting kit that secures one plate-mount caster to a 1/2"-13 bolt-pattern equipment frame. Includes 4 carriage bolts, 4 hex thread-cutting screws, 4 SAE flat washers, and 4 nylon-insert lock nuts. Engineered for industrial cart, dolly, tool-box, and material-handling applications where a 1/2" bolt diameter matches the caster top plate. Kit Specifications Pieces per kit 16 (4 of each component) Mounts 1 plate-mount caster Thread spec 1/2"-13 UNC Bolt length 1" Material Low-carbon steel Finish Zinc plated Bolt grade ASTM A307 Grade A (carriage bolts) Nut type Grade 2 nylon-insert lock nut Washer type SAE general-purpose flat washer Application Indoor industrial; dry environments What's Included (16 pieces total) 4 × 1/2"-13 × 1" hex-slotted drive indented hex washer head Type F point thread-cutting screws, zinc finish, low-carbon steel — for self-tapping installation into thin-wall steel frames 4 × 1/2"-13 × 1" round-head carriage bolts, zinc finish, ASTM A307 Grade A — for through-bolting to wood, fabricated steel, or pre-drilled equipment 4 × 1/2" SAE general-purpose flat washers, zinc finish, low-carbon steel — for load distribution under the nut 4 × 1/2"-13 nylon-insert lock nuts, zinc finish, Grade 2 — vibration-resistant retention Which casters does this kit fit? Fits any plate-mount caster with a 1/2" bolt-hole diameter — typically: 2", 2-1/2", 3" wide casters with 4-1/2" × 6-1/4" or 5-1/4" × 7-1/4" or 6-1/4" × 6-1/2" top plates Heavy-duty casters rated 1,500 lb to 7,000+ lb capacity per caster Heavy-duty industrial, manufacturing, foundry, and warehouse equipment For 4" × 4-1/2" plates with 3/8" bolt holes, use our 3/8"-16 kit. For 1-1/4" wide casters, use our 5/16"-18 kit. Engineer Tip If you're mounting to thin-gauge steel (≤14 ga.), the thread-cutting screws self-tap and skip the need to drill clearance holes. For wood platforms or fabricated steel ≥1/8" thick, use the carriage bolts with a square hole punched or drilled to 1/2" — the square shoulder seats and prevents bolt rotation while you tighten the lock nut. Common Applications Heavy-duty industrial casters with 4-1/2" × 6-1/4", 5-1/4" × 7-1/4", and larger plate sizes Warehouse pallet movers, foundry carts, and heavy material-handling equipment Manufacturing and fabrication shop bases supporting >1,500 lb per caster Forged steel and ductile iron casters where 1/2" bolt holes are spec Automotive OEM, aerospace tooling carts, and mil-spec applications Frequently Asked Questions How many casters does one kit mount?One kit (16 pieces) mounts a single plate-mount caster. For a 64-piece set (mounts 4 casters) alternative, see our 64-piece set (mounts 4 casters). Will these bolts fit a different caster top plate size?This kit is sized for 1/2" bolt-hole diameter, which matches caster plates listed above. For other plate sizes, choose the 5/16", 3/8", or 1/2" kit that matches your bolt-hole diameter. Are these stainless?No — these are zinc-plated low-carbon steel. For washdown, food-grade, marine, or chemical environments, request stainless 304 or 316 hardware via our quote desk. What's the difference between the carriage bolts and the thread-cutting screws?Carriage bolts pass through a pre-drilled or punched 1/2" hole and secure with a nut and washer on the back side — best for wood or steel where you have access to both sides. Thread-cutting screws self-tap into thin steel and only need access from the caster side. The kit ships both so you can choose the right method per installation. Are these grade 5 or grade 8?The carriage bolts are ASTM A307 Grade A (commercial grade, ~60 ksi tensile). For higher-load critical applications, request Grade 5 or Grade 8 via the quote desk. Need stainless, Grade 5/8, or a custom thread spec? Our procurement team sources upgraded hardware for OEM, MRO, and aerospace builds. Same-day quote. 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