Increase productivity and reduce operating costs with Gates Live Swivels

Gates Live Swivels use a  patented technology eliminating the weaknesses present in traditional ball bearing design swivels. Our advanced “Ball-Less” design will outlast and outperform all bearing and race products in the market today.

Robust Design Outperforms Competition

• Robust design with free-floating, self-lubricating thrust washer has replacement factor of up to 10x traditional swivels
• Compact body size to fit a wide range of applications
• Withstands higher pull forces as compared to bearing and race swivels which remain loose to allow for bearing play
• No lock screw to break or become damaged
• Double O-Ring design protects against contamination and premature seal deterioration
• Engineered to weep as an indicator of service interval eliminating emergency breakdowns
• Lower cost due to longer service life, fewer hydraulic leaks and less downtime
• Simple de-torque and rebuild serviceability in the field or shop
• No special tools required for service

Reduce operating costs and down time by rebuilding Gates Live Swivels.

Gates Live Swivels are specifically engineered to begin weeping as an indicator that rebuilding is required. This allows for scheduled maintenance versus emergency breakdown situations. If you notice the swivel starting to weep, servicing can be done easily in the field or shop. There are no ball bearings to fumble with and it takes less than five minutes to replace the seals and O-Rings. Rebuild kits allow for:

• Increased productivity
• Longer component life
• More equipment uptime
• Improved return-on-investment

Gates Live Swivel Rebuild Kits are matched to specific applications ensuring superior performance. Kits contain genuine low friction; self-lubricating polymer thrust washers and Viton O-Rings for durability and longer product life.

Gates Innovative Live Swivel Coupling Features: