Stieber Clutch – Freewheel Bearings for the Trade
We’re proud to supply a wide range of specialised components from Stieber Clutch, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of overrunning clutches, backstops, and freewheel bearings. Stieber Clutch products have been trusted for over 80 years — and for good reason. Whether it’s a high-speed indexing job or a backstop for a critical lift system, these components are built to perform.
At Godiva Bearings, we stock and source Stieber’s full range — and we back it with proper trade support. No tourists. No end users. Just serious kit for serious applications.
Why Stieber Clutch?
As one of the world’s leading clutch specialists, Stieber designs components for applications where failure isn’t an option. Think conveyor systems, safety backstops, and renewable energy drives.
Top reasons engineers spec Stieber:
- Precision control in one direction
- High torque capacity
- Smooth engagement at speed
- Long service life, even under stress
When it comes to freewheel bearings, Stieber is the gold standard.
Products Available Through Godiva
We supply the full Stieber range, including:
- Overrunning Clutches – Allow shafts to freewheel when needed, reducing wear and protecting drives.
- Backstops – Prevent reverse motion in incline systems like conveyors and elevators.
- Sprag and Roller Freewheels – Ideal for indexing, backstopping, and overrunning functions in high-speed systems.
Here's where You’ll Find Stieber clutch in Action
Stieber Clutch products show up wherever torque needs to be managed cleanly and safely:
Material Handling – In belt and screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and crane drives
Elevators & Escalators – Backstopping in vertical lift applications
Energy – In wind turbines and hydroelectric systems
Industrial OEM – Built into complex machinery for torque control and motion synchronisation
Need a Specific Stieber Clutch Unit? Let’s Find It.
Whether you’ve got a part number, a drawing, or just a spec sheet, our team will track it down. Hard-to-find units? Legacy kit? OEM-only? We’re up for the challenge.
