Matthews manufactures and supplies the industry with both Heavy Wall and stainless steel Dolly Track. Heavy wall is manufactured from 1-1/2″ diameter steel tube and is chrome plated to protect it from negative environmental effects. It is slightly less expensive than stainless steel track. Stainless steel track does not require plating. Due to the inherent characteristics of the material, it is impervious to the elements. Additionally, all Matthews track now has black cross members.
CAUTION: Matthews does not recommend that the two types of track be used together. The chrome plating used on the Heavy Wall can create size buildup and the finished diameter may be slightly larger. This can create a noticeable “bump” at the joint. Matthews curved tracks are available to complete 10′ and 20′ diameter circles. Be advised that most dollies will not navigate the 10′ circle without the addition of a multi-wheeled device such as the Matthews Centipede
Four pieces of 90-degree curve track are needed to complete a circle. Eight pieces are required for 20′ diameter circle. All Matthews Dolly Track is rated to a maximum payload of 1200 Lbs (545kg) at the industry standard of 24.5″ center to center track width.
Stainless steel dolly track holds up better to the weather than standard heavy wall chrome plated track. Slightly more expensive, but worth the extra cost. Stainless track and Heavy Wall track are not meant to be used together as the Heavy Wall has a slightly larger diameter. The larger diameter will create a "bump" in the dolly track where the 2 pieces join together. Stainless steel pipe with black cross members.
Maximum load rating of 1200 lbs. Track width is 24.5 inch, center to center.
