SKF TKSA 71 Versatility And Performance Shaft Alignment Tool

Versatility and performance for professional alignment

Designed for professional alignment in harsh industrial environments, the TKSA 71 complements SKF’s offering with a high-end shaft alignment tool. The instrument is very versatile with ultra-compact measuring units for use in extremely narrow spaces. Its dedicated software applications enable different types of alignments, including horizontal and vertical shafts, spacer shafts and machine trains. Superior alignment performance and long-term industrial durability are achieved with an innovative instrument design that offers high measurement accuracy and excellent protection against dust and water in harsh environments.

• Easy-to-use - Intuitive software applications, guided alignment processes and explanatory videos 
• Wide range of applications - Comprehensive accessories and dedicated software applications
• Superior alignment performance - Up to 10 m measurement distance, disturbance compensation, measurement flexibility, only 40° total rotation, automatic measurement and customised alignments with target values

• Protection against harsh environments - Completely sealed measuring units (IP67) to withstand dust and water
• Ultra-compact measuring units - Use in extremely narrow spaces
• Robust carrying case - Excellent protection, convenient transport and wireless in-case charging
• Accessories - Extensive range of accessories is available.

Shaft alignment

Easy and intuitive alignments of horizontal shafts with additional features including automatic measurement, minimal 40° total rotation, 9-12-3 guidance and alignment customisation with target values.

Vertical shaft alignment

Easy and intuitive alignment of vertical shaft machines with shimming support for different bolt configurations.

Spacer shaft alignment

Accommodates special requirements of spacer shafts and facilitates the alignment process.

Machine train shaft alignment

Enables operator to align three connected machines, giving a complete overview of machine train alignment and allowing the operator to select stationary feet.

Soft foot

Assists technician in verifying that machine is standing evenly on all four feet. The app supports the operator identifying and correcting a soft foot.

Values

Allows the shaft alignment tool to be used as digital dial gauges; operators can record absolute, zeroed and halved readings to perform customised alignments with manual calculations.