Carbon Tetrachloride Caster Compatibility

Chemical Overview

Molecular Formula: CCl₄

Physical Properties: Carbon tetrachloride is a colorless liquid with a sweet odor. It has a density of 1.59 g/cm³, a boiling point of 76.7°C, and is non-flammable but toxic. It is a strong solvent. (Source: PubChem)

Industrial Applications

Carbon tetrachloride is used as a solvent and in chemical synthesis, though its use is declining due to toxicity. Caster wheels may be exposed in laboratories or chemical processing areas.

Wheel Material Compatibility Summary

Best Suited (A/B): Polyolefin, Nylon Glass Filled, and Ductile Cast Iron are highly resistant to carbon tetrachloride.

Avoid (C/D): Avoid Rubber, Thermoplastic Rubber, and Neoprene/Nylon Glass Core due to swelling or dissolution.

Wheel Compatibility Table

Wheel Material	Interaction Description	Rating
Ductile Cast Iron	Resistant; minimal interaction.	A
Elastomer	Swelling and softening; unsuitable.	D
Forged Steel	Resistant; no significant degradation.	A
Neoprene/Nylon Glass Core	Neoprene dissolves; nylon core resists but overall poor.	D
Nylon	Good resistance; slight solvent absorption.	B
Nylon Glass Filled	Excellent resistance; highly stable.	A
Phenolic	Moderate resistance; some softening.	C
Polyolefin	Excellent chemical inertness.	A
Polyurethane on Aluminum Core	Moderate resistance; some softening possible.	C
Polyurethane on Iron Core	Polyurethane may soften; iron core unaffected.	C
Rubber	Swelling and dissolution; unsuitable.	D
Solid Elastomer	Swelling; poor performance.	D
Thermoplastic Rubber	Significant swelling; rapid degradation.	D
Urethane	Moderate resistance; some softening.	C
V-Grooved Iron	Resistant; no significant interaction.	A

Conclusion

Carbon tetrachloride is a strong solvent, and Polyolefin, Nylon Glass Filled, and metal-based wheels like Ductile Cast Iron are ideal. Avoid Rubber and Thermoplastic Rubber due to severe degradation. For more details, contact us at CasterTech.