







SKF TKSA 71 Shaft Alignment Tool - Precision and Reliability for Optimal Machinery Performance
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Key Features
- High-Precision Laser Alignment: The TKSA 71 uses dual laser and sensor technology to provide highly accurate shaft alignment measurements. This ensures precise results that enhance the performance and longevity of machinery.
- User-Friendly Operation: Equipped with an intuitive interface and guided workflows, the TKSA 71 simplifies complex alignment tasks. Its large, high-resolution touchscreen display makes it easy to visualize and interpret data.
- Versatile Alignment Applications: The tool supports a wide range of alignment applications, including horizontal, vertical, and flange-mounted machinery. It is suitable for motors, pumps, fans, gearboxes, and more.
- Wireless Connectivity: The TKSA 71 features wireless communication between its measuring units, eliminating cable clutter and allowing for more flexible and efficient alignment in confined spaces.
- Powerful Software Integration: With SKF’s advanced alignment software, users can store, analyze, and share alignment reports digitally. The software ensures compliance with alignment standards and provides actionable insights.
- Robust and Durable Design: Built to withstand harsh industrial environments, the TKSA 71 is resistant to dust, water, and impacts, making it a reliable tool for demanding maintenance tasks.
- Live Feedback and Adjustment: The tool provides real-time feedback during alignment, enabling precise adjustments and significantly reducing the time required for alignment tasks.
Description
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.
Specifications
Designations | TKSA 71, TKSA 71/PRO |
Sensors and communication | 20 mm (0.8 in) 2nd gen. PSD with line laser Class 2 Inclinometer ±0.1° Bluetooth 4.0 LE |
System measuring distance | 0.04 to 10 m (0.13 to 32.8 ft) |
Measuring errors | <1% ±10 µm |
Housing material | Anodized aluminum front and PC/ABS plastic back cover |
Operating time | Up to 8 hours, rechargeable Li-ion battery, wireless fast charging, 10 min. charging for 1h usage |
Dimensions | 52 × 64 × 33 mm (2.1 × 2.5 × 1.3 in.) |
Weight | 130 g (0.3 lbs) |
Operating device | iPad Mini recommended iPad, iPod Touch, iPhone SE, Galaxy devices |
Software/App update | Apple AppStore or on Google Play store |
Operating system requirements | Apple iOS 9 or Android 9 (and above) |
Alignment method | Alignment of horizontal and vertical shafts, 3 position measurement 9-12-3, automatic measurement, measurement (with min. 40° rotation), soft foot, machine trains, values, spacer shafts |
Live correction values | Vertical and horizontal |
Extra features | Machine library, QR code reading, target values, disturbance compensation, 3D machine free view, screen rotation on tablets, automatic .pdf report |
Fixture | 2 × V-brackets with chains, width 15 mm (0.6 in.) |
Shaft diameters | 20 to 150 mm diameter (0.8 to 5.9 in.), 450 mm (17.7 in.) with extension chains (included) |
Max. coupling height | 45 mm (1.8 in.) with standard rods plus 120 mm (4.7 in.) per set of extension rods |
Power adapter | Wireless charging via supplied charging pods Micro USB to USB split charging cable supplied |
Operating temperature | 0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F) |
IP rating | IP67 for measuring units and carrying case |
Carrying case dimensions | TKSA 71: 365 × 295 × 170 mm (14.4 × 11.6 × 6.7 in.) TKSA 71/PRO: 610 × 430 × 265 mm (24 × 16.9 × 10.4 in.) |
Total weight (incl. case) | TKSA 71: 3.9 kg (8.6 lb) TKSA 71/PRO: 12.5 kg (27.6 lb) |
Calibration certificate | Supplied with 2 years validity |
Case content | 2 measuring units (M&S) 2 shaft brackets with chains 480 mm (18.9 in.), threaded rods 80 mm (3.1 in.) and magnets 4 threaded extension rods 120 mm (4.7 in.) 2 extension chains 980 mm (38.6 in.) Micro USB to USB split charging cable Measuring tape Printed certificate of calibration and conformance Quick start guide (EN) 2x A5 sheets with 6x QR code stickers per sheet (total of 12x stickers) Industrial rugged case (IP 67) Additionally with TKSA 71/PRO: 4 threaded extension rods 120 mm (4.7 in.), 2 offset brackets 50 mm (2 in.), 2 sliding brackets, 2 magnetic bases |
Spare Parts - TKSA 71
Designation | Description |
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TKSA 71-M | 1x Measuring unit for "M" movable side (including calibration certificate) |
TKSA 71-S | 1x Measuring unit for "S" stationary side (including calibration certificate) |
TKSA 71-WPODS | 2x Wireless charging pods incl. split USB cable for TKSA 71 and 71/PRO |
TKSA 51-VBK | 1 × Standard V-bracket, supplied with 2x threaded rods of 80 mm (3.2 in.), 1x standard chain of 480 mm (18.9 in.) and 4 × magnets |
TKSA 51-EXTCH | 2 × Extension chains of 1 m (3.3 ft.) for shaft diameters up to 450 mm (17.7 in.) |
TKSA 51-ROD80 | 4 × threaded rods of 80 mm (3.1 in.) |
TKSA 51-ROD120 | 4 × threaded rods of 120 mm (4.7 in.) |
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