Manufacturer: SKF
Exact Model: TKSA 51
Product Category: Condition Monitoring and Maintenance
Product Type: Wireless laser shaft-alignment system

Product Overview

The SKF TKSA 51 provides accurate alignment of coupled rotating machinery using wireless measuring heads and an SKF mobile application. It supports horizontal and vertical shaft alignment, soft-foot checking and live correction guidance.

Key Technical Specifications

• Sensor: 20 mm PSD with Class 2 line laser
• Communication: Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy
• Measuring distance: 0.07–5 m
• Measurement error: Less than 1% ±10 µm
• Inclinometer accuracy: ±0.1°
• Minimum shaft rotation: 40°
• Operating time: Up to 8 hours
• Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
• Measuring-unit dimensions: 52 × 64 × 50 mm
• Measuring-unit weight: Approximately 190 g
• Alignment methods: Horizontal, vertical and soft-foot
• Reporting: Automatic customizable PDF reports
• Supplied with calibration and conformity certificate

Marine and Offshore Applications

• Main and auxiliary seawater pumps
• Electric motor and pump alignment
• Gearbox and drive-system alignment
• Ventilation fans and blowers
• Compressor and generator couplings
• Pre-commissioning and vibration-reduction work