Magtrol’s new ATK-25 is designed to solve shaft alignment issues for small to medium sized rotating equipment. The ATK needs little setup, does not clamp to the shafts, and easily fits into tightly constrained spaces.
Held on the V-block of one shaft, the ATK measures two tangent points on the target shaft. From those two measurements, angle can be determined from rise-over-run. Parallel position can be determined by measuring the target shaft on two sides, 180° opposite.
The ATK-25 includes attachments to accommodate a range of axial spacings between shaft ends. It includes a high-quality depth indicator, and is supplied in a durable, fitted case with all necessary tools.
Alignment is critical for rotating equipment. Poor alignment can cause:
- Excessive Vibration: Misaligned shafts lead to higher vibrations, which can result in mechanical failure or decreased performance
- Increased Wear and Tear: Bearings, seals, and couplings can experience premature wear due to the
additional forces exerted by misaligned shafts - Equipment Failure: Continuous operation with misaligned shafts can lead to mechanical failure,
resulting in costly repairs and downtime - Reduced Quality: In many industries, precision machinery is critical to maintaining product quality
Proper alignment tools and techniques provide major benefits, and are essential to achieving:
- Smooth operation, with the lowest noise and highest performance
- Long lifespan of component parts and minimum maintenance costs
- Reliable Operation, with the minimum downtime
- High production quality
Motor testing also requires good shaft alignment to produce the most accurate and consistent results. Unfortunately, the shaft alignment solutions widely available are not designed for use with smaller equipment.
