EXCELLENT BALL TRANSFER UNITS FOR INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS
KIETEK BALL TRANSFERS
KieTek manufactures several Ball Transfer models that are completely interchangeable with most other Ball Transfer Units (BTUs) in the application. BTUs make it possible to move loads horizontally in any direction, safely and quickly, with conveying speeds in excess of two meters per second.
KieTek BTUs roll freely indoors and out, with capacities ranging from 25 lbs. to more than 800 lbs. each. Models range from complete stainless steel and zinc-plated to thermoplastic for air cargo handling.
KieTek BTUs are suitable for all industries where there’s a need for efficient, omni-directional or bi-directional material handling.
Elevate your workflow efficiency with KieTek’s premium Ball Transfer Units (BTUs). Designed for high-speed, omnidirectional load movement, our BTUs empower conveyors, workstations, and cargo systems that operate at speeds exceeding 2 m/s—ensuring swift and safe item transfers with minimal operator effort.
BUILT TO PERFORM IN ANY ENVIRONMENT
Whether indoors or outdoors, KieTek BTUs deliver exceptional reliability. With load capacities from as low as 25 lbs. up to over 800 lbs. per unit, our systems reliably support a wide spectrum of industrial and logistics applications.
VERSATILE MATERIAL OPTIONS TO SUIT EVERY NEED
We offer multiple housing and material combinations to match your operational demands:
- Stainless Steel & Zinc-Plated Steel: Robust and corrosion-resistant, well-suited to harsh industrial settings.
- Thermoplastic Housings: Ideal for sensitive environments such as air cargo terminals, cleanrooms, or wherever lightweight, non-corrosive solutions are required.
SPOTLIGHT ON HEAVY-DUTY BALL TRANSFER UNIT EXCELLENCE
Our heavy-duty ball transfer unit lineup is engineered for rugged use. Featuring hardened carbon-steel or stainless steel components—including tapered barrel housings and heat-treated bearing races—these units are built to transport heavy and dense loads with ease. Notable models such as KO1A0 and KO1AS come with capacities up to 850 lbs. and include durable seals, a 12-month warranty, and optional zinc-plated finishes designed for high-temperature or harsh utilization.
PRECISION ENGINEERING YOU CAN TRUST
Every KieTek BTU features:
- A 1-3/16″ 420C stainless steel main ball, supported by 1/8″ 420C carrier balls for smooth, multi-directional rolling.
- A heat-treated 400-series bearing race for exceptional durability under stress.
- Multiple mounting options to ensure easy integration within your existing systems.
Together, these components make KieTek BTUs reliable across demanding environments—from heavy manufacturing lines to meticulously controlled cargo handling areas.
WHY CALL KIETEK BTUS?
- Performance: Glide loads effortlessly in any direction—even at high throughput speeds.
- Durability: Heavy-duty designs resist wear, impact, and high-temperature exposure.
- Flexibility: A choice of materials lets you tailor units to your specific cleanroom, food-grade, or industrial needs.
Reach out to our team to learn more.
KO1A0
Product Specifications
- 1.77" Carbon steel tapered barrel housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 850 Lb Capacity shipping wt .677 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1A0 dimensional drawing
KO1AS
Product Specifications
- 1.77’’ Carbon Steel Tapered Barrel Housing
- 1-3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8’’ 420c carrier balls
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 850 Lb Capacity shipping wt .677 Lb
- Zinc plated steel cap for specialty applications
- 12 Month Warranty
(designed for special applications including high temps)
KO1AS dimensional drawing
KO1C0
Product Specifications
- 1.77" Injection molded thermoplastic housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8" 420c
- carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1C0 dimensional drawing
KO1C5
Product Specifications
- 1.77" Injection molded thermoplastic housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter phenolic main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 100 Lb Capacity / shipping wt 0.221 Lbs
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1H0
Product Specifications
- 1.77" Carbon steel tapered barrel housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 550 Lb Capacity, shipping wt .677 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1H0 dimensional drawing
KO1I0
Product Specifications
- 1.77" 6061 T6 Aluminum housing Ball Transfer
- 1-3/16 Diameter 420c Stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8’’ 420c carrier balls
- 550 Lb Capacity shipping wt .480 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1I0 dimensional drawing
KIETEK CUBE TRANSFERS
The Cube Concept was designed to fit steel grating, fiberglass grating and cut, stamped and machined metal. It is intended for applications where a metal-bottom pallet or container is to be conveyed over the bed, and can accommodate all palletized freight for manual material conveyance. When installed in fiberglass grating, the Cube Concept offers significant noise reduction as compared with metal decks when air cargo containers are conveyed over their surface.
There are two cube products—ball transfers and rollers—and each is available in two models.
The omni-directional Cube Ball Transfer Unit (BTU) is manufactured with the same high quality as the Round Thermoplastic Housing BTU and has a load capacity of 500 lbs. The KO1D0 BTU has a two-year warranty.
The bi-directional Cube Roller Transfer is manufactured in four models: Super Duty, Heavy Duty, Medium Duty and Light Duty. The JO111 Super Duty is rated for 500 lbs., with a steel roller turning on precision sealed bearings. The JO312 Light Duty is rated for 50 lbs. and is turning on Teflon bushings. Both have a two-year warranty.
JO111
Product Specifications
- 1 3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered housing
- 1 1/4" Superduty zinc plated steel roller with 22mm sealed bearing and stainless steel axle pin
- 500 Lb Capacity / shipping wt 0.408 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
JO111 dimensional drawing
JO311
Product Specifications
- 1 3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered housing
- 1 1/4 Thermoplastic Heavy Duty roller with 22mm sealed bearing and stainless steel axle pin
- 400 Lb Capacity / shipping wt .191 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
JO311 dimensional drawing
JO312
Product Specifications
- 1 3/4" Injection molded tapered square housing
- 1 1/4" Injection molded Geolast Roller
- Teflon bushings riding on a stainless steel axle pin
- 50 Lb Capacity / shipping wt 0.150 Lb
- 6 Month Warranty
JO312 dimensional drawing
KO1D0
Product Specifications
- 1.3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered square housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 500 Lb Capacity shipping wt .427 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
KO1D0 dimensional drawing
KO1D5
Product Specifications
- 1.3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered square housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter phenolic main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 100 Lb Capacity / shipping wt 0.240 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
K01E0 dimensional drawing
KO1E0
Product Specifications
- 1.3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered square zero cube housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter 420c stainless steel main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls.
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 500 Lb Capacity / shipping wt .419 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
K01E0 dimensional drawing
KO1E5
Product Specifications
- 1 3/4" Injection molded thermoplastic tapered housing
- 1 3/16 Diameter Phenolic main ball riding on 1/8" 420c carrier balls
- Heat treated 400 series bearing race
- 100 Lb Capacity / shipping wt .229 Lb
- 12 Month Warranty
K01E5 dimensional drawing
STUD-MOUNTED, FLANGE-MOUNTEDAND PIPE-MOUNTED BALL TRANSFERS
BT254-1
Product Specifications
Flange-Mounted Ball Transfer
- 2-hole flange-mounted ball transfer
- 1” ball diameter main carbon steel ball, HRC60
- (65) 1/8” diameter carbon steel sub-balls, HRC60
- 75 lb. load capacity
- Zinc plated
- Interchange: Matthews # B4500
BT254-3 dimensional drawings
BT254-3
Product Specifications
Stud-mounted ball transfer
- 1” ball diameter main steel ball, HRC60
- (65) 1/8” diameter carbon steel sub-balls, HRC60
- 75 lb. load capacity
- ¼” – 20 thread
- Zinc plated
BT254-3 dimensional drawing
BT254-3N
Product Specifications
Stud-Mounted Ball Transfer
- Stud-mounted ball transfer
- 1” ball diameter nylon main ball
- (65) 1/8” diameter carbon steel sub-balls
- 75 lb. load capacity
- ¼” – 20 thread
- Zinc plated
BT254-3N dimensional drawing
BT254-4
Product Specifications
Stud-Mounted Ball Transfer
- Stud-mounted ball transfer
- 1” ball diameter main ball
- (65) 1/8” diameter carbon steel sub-balls
- 75 lb. load capacity
- 5/16-20 thread
- Zinc plated
BT254-4 dimensional drawing
BT254-7
Product Specifications
Drop In Ball Transfer
- Drop in ball transfer
- 1” ball diameter carbon steel main ball
- (65) 1/8” diameter carbon steel sub-balls
- 125 lb. load capacity
- Zinc plated
BT254-7 dimensional drawing
B4520
Product Specifications
Matthew’s Style Ball Transfers
- 4-hole Flange-Mounted Ball Transfer
- 1-1/2” Diameter Main Steel Ball
- (105) 3/16” Diameter Hardened Steel Sub-balls
- Steel Housing
- 100 lb. Load Capacity
B4520 dimensional drawings
B4530
Product Specifications
Matthew’s Style Ball Transfers
- Pipe-Mounted Ball Transfer
- 1-1/2” Diameter Main Steel Ball
- (105) 3/16” Diameter Hardened Steel Sub-balls
- Steel Housing
- 2” Straight Pipe Thread (1/2” Deep)
- 100 lb. Load Capacity
B4530 dimensional drawing
B4551
Product Specifications
Matthew’s Style Ball Transfers
- Pipe-Mounted Ball Transfer
- 2” Diameter Main Steel Ball
- (54) 5/16” Diameter Hardened Steel Sub-balls
- Steel Housing
- 2” Straight Pipe Thread (1-1/4” Deep)
- Two 5/16” Holes for Spanner Wrench
- 250 lb. load capacity
B4551 dimensional drawings
B4560
Product Specifications
Matthew’s Style Ball Transfers
- Pipe-Mounted Ball Transfer
- 3” Diameter Main Steel Ball
- (108) 5/16” Diameter Hardened Steel Sub-balls
- Steel Housing
- 3-1/2” Straight Pipe Thread (1-3/4” Deep)
- Two 5/16” Holes for Spanner Wrench
- 650 lb. load capacity
B4560 dimensional drawings
BTFS-381CS
Product Specifications
Flying Saucer Ball Transfer
- Flying saucer ball transfer
- 1-1/2” ball diameter carbon steel main ball
- (2) Mounting Holes
- 200 lb. load capacity
- Carbon steel housing
BTFS-381CS dimensional drawings
BTFS-381N
Product Specifications
Flying Saucer Ball Transfer
- Flying saucer ball transfer
- 1-1/2” ball diameter nylon main ball
- (2) Mounting Holes
- 100 lb. load capacity
- Carbon steel housing
BTFS-381N dimensional drawings
BTFS-381SS
Product Specifications
Flying Saucer Ball Transfer
- Flying saucer ball transfer
- 1-1/2” ball diameter carbon steel main ball
- (2) Mounting Holes
- 200 lb. load capacity
- Carbon steel housing
BTFS-381SS dimensional drawing
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – BALL TRANSFER UNITS
What is the difference between standard and heavy-duty ball transfer units?
Standard ball transfer units handle lighter loads and are ideal for general use in manufacturing and logistics. A heavy-duty ball transfer unit is built with hardened materials, higher load capacities, and reinforced designs, making it suitable for rugged industrial settings and handling heavier items.
What load capacities are available?
KieTek ball transfer units range from 25 lb. to over 800 lb. per unit, with heavy-duty options designed for the upper range of capacity. This allows you to select the right unit depending on your load requirements.
Are ball transfer units suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. Stainless steel and zinc-plated steel units are corrosion-resistant and perform well in both indoor and outdoor environments. For sensitive applications, thermoplastic housings are also available.
How do I know which material is right for my application?
If you require corrosion resistance, stainless steel is recommended. For lightweight or cleanroom environments, thermoplastic housings are ideal. Heavy-duty applications benefit most from hardened carbon steel or stainless steel housings and bearing races.
Can ball transfer units be customized?
Yes. KieTek offers multiple housing materials, finishes, and mounting options, allowing units to be tailored to your operational needs.
