»Swivel bearings

Manoeuvrability and flexibility are the most important advantages in the use of virtually every castor. The swivel bearing decides how easy and frictionless it functions.


The overhang, wheel diameter, and in particular the construction of the back bearing determine the swivel properties. Of the various constructions, housings with plain bearings are particularly suited for low to average loads (e.g. chair and furniture castors). We recommend housings with single or double ball collars for larger loads with institutional or industrial castor. The double ball collar reduces the friction in the housing, which occurs during tilting, and makes the system run more smoothly.


Castors for sensitive laboratory equipment and hospital beds demand maximum quiet and smooth running. Therefore, TENTE castors used in these sensitive areas are fitted with high quality precision ball bearings to DIN.

Manoeuvrability and flexibility are the most important advantages in the use of virtually every castor. The swivel bearing decides how easy and frictionless it functions.


The overhang, wheel diameter, and in particular the construction of the back bearing determine the swivel properties. Of the various constructions, housings with plain bearings are particularly suited for low to average loads (e.g. chair and furniture castors). We recommend housings with single or double ball collars for larger loads with institutional or industrial castor. The double ball collar reduces the friction in the housing, which occurs during tilting, and makes the system run more smoothly.


Castors for sensitive laboratory equipment and hospital beds demand maximum quiet and smooth running. Therefore, TENTE castors used in these sensitive areas are fitted with high quality precision ball bearings to DIN.