SKF’s TKSA 51 Makes Shaft Alignment Quick, Versatile and Intuitive

SKF has debuted an innovative shaft alignment tool at Hannover Fair 2015. The new intuitive app-powered shaft alignment tool from SKF allows operators to use the TKSA 51 at first sight and confidently align machinery with precision.

The TKSA 51 is the first instrument designed for intuitive shaft alignments using tablets and smartphones. The app makes it quick and easy to set up motors, drives, fans, gearboxes, pulleys and couplings, even by operators who use the instrument for the first time.

The tool comprises two compact and lightweight laser measuring units, designed to suit almost any application. Using the versatile shaft brackets, the instrument can be mounted on small machines with limited space, whilst extension chains, rods and magnetic holders are supplied for mounting the tool on large machines.

Connected wirelessly, the app uses real time data to provide a live 3D view of the measuring units. This gives operators the possibility to rotate the virtual machine at their convenience in all directions, making the alignment as intuitive as possible. Measurements are made by a simple touch of a button or by the hands-free automatic measurement function which just involves rotating the shaft  to the next measurement position.

The TKSA 51 is supplied by SKF as a comprehensive system for all alignment tasks. The app can easily be downloaded and offers a fully functional demonstration mode for trying the TKSA 51 before purchase.