SKF TKBA Series User Manual

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One of the common reasons for unplanned downtime of belt-driven
machinery is pulley misalignment. Pulley misalignment can increase wear
on pulleys and belts as well as increasing the noise and vibration level
that can result in unplanned machinery downtime. Another side effect
of increased vibration is premature bearing failure. This too can cause
unplanned machinery downtime.
Traditional belt alignment methods
These methods are usually visual in combination with a straight edge
and/or length of string. Although quick to perform, they are often
inaccurate.
Laser belt alignment methods
Using a laser belt alignment tool is quicker and more accurate than
traditional methods. Belt alignment tools can either align the pulley
faces or the pulley grooves.
Accurate pulley and belt alignment can help you:
• Increase bearing life.
• Increase machinery uptime, efficiency and productivity.
• Reduce wear on pulleys and belts.
• Reduce friction and thereby energy consumption.
• Reduce noise and vibration.
• Reduce costs of replacing components and machinery downtime.
Measuring parallel and angular
misalignment using a straight edge
or a piece of string.
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Vertical angle misalignment.
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Parallel misalignment.
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Horizontal angle misalignment.
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Correct alignment.
SKF Belt Alignment Tools
TKBA 10 TKBA 20

SKF TKBA Series Specifications

General

Suitable for V-belts	Yes
Suitable for Synchronous belts	Yes
Measuring distance	Up to 10 m
Accuracy	±1% of reading
Laser class	Class 2
Laser output power	< 1 mW
Protection class	IP 40
Weight	Approx. 200 g