The plunger moves a needle clockwise when pushed in and counter. Instruction manual thank you for purchasing the niigata seiki dial gauge. Hp dial gauge with a 58 mm dial diameter, 0,001 mm. To use a dial indicator, mount it on the coupler halves as shown in figure 2. Vemc presents pump motor alignment process with help of dial gauge method for accurate and smooth functioning of machines in your manufacturing units. Perform reverse dial indicator alignment, using a graphical alignment chart. Ritec alignment kit is a powerful tool to adjust shafts alignment using dial indicators accurately and easily. Rotate the halves together, always matching the chalk mark.
Z to the current z shown in the software and type it in as the new position. Stan shows you how to perform an alignment in just one or two moves using dial indicators and the vertizontal compound move method. With different types of fixtures extended across the coupling, the shafts are rotated to. Care has been taken by the authors, pruftechnik ltd, in the preparation of this publication. Since the pump shaft can not be turned when uncoupled and resting on the bottom, the laser readings were taken using the static measurement mode, which is a process that permits a reading to be taken in any cardinal or subcardinal position. Use it to measure the difference in distance to two or more locations. Reverse dial alignment sti vibration monitoring inc. True measurement dial reading x compensation value examples if a 0.
The dial indicator is great for checking alignment and runout. Simple and more accurate method is use of dial gages. Shaft alignment by dial test indicator dti horizontal alignment parallel shaft alignment by dial test indicator dti vertical alignment angular pump motor the indicators are zeroed on the top and read at the bottom record the indicator reading and consider the sag compensation by subtracting it from the recorded reading move the motor to. Live view supports intuitive measurements and facilitates horizontal and. Stock images by kokotewan 1 8 analogic instrument pictures by alexciopata 1 41 gauge stock images by baloncici 1 12 the dial gauge alignment the injection mold stock images by phuchit 0 1 battery gauge stock photo by michaelmill 5 305 perfomance. With the dial indicator sometimes called dial test indicator fitted, i can now level my heated build platform with some accuracy. There are two commonly use methods to align rotating machine shafts using dial indicators. When using our laser alignment systems you measure and align the two centers of rotation so the standard is different. Practice and learn different shaft alignment methods using dial indicators or lasers. A popular method used for years and is still in use today is the rim and face method.
Shaft alignment industrial wiki odesie by tech transfer. To measure angularity using dial indicators, a fixture bracket is attached to one shaft and the dial is setup to contact the face of the other coupling hub. In isolation each strategy can help to reduce unexpected machine failure but taken together they form the hub. Correct the run out by your experience and also you can use equal triangles rule. The advanced laser shaft alignment system with enhanced measuring and. Vibration wear energy usage proper alignment increases reliability. This method produces acceptable results, but is less accurate than the reverse dial indicator method covered in this application note.
Every gauge carries a calibration certificate giving actual values suitable for quick and easy measurements of depths. The procedure for doing reverse dial indicator alignment is not a difficult one. Sometimes by using the feeler gages alignments are also carried out. Reverse alignment annotated instructors guide module. This course begins with the fundamental principles behind shaft to shaft alignment and concludes with students conducting a series of alignment exercises using conventional alignment tools. It does mean removing the hot end from the 3d printer to fit the dial indicator but i dont expect to have to do this too often, and i will only need to level the platform again if symptoms occur or ive crashed the z axis. Machine alignment for maintenance personnel in drinking water and wastewater facilities. Perform reverse alignment, using the alignment demonstration rig and the graphical chart. Another measurement is taken on the face of the coupling to determine shaft angularity. Used with a magnetic base or indicator stand, this gauge will show the difference in position from a zero point set at a reference position.
If there is a difference from end to end, make it equal by shims. Now the shaft alignment measurement procedure can begin. A dial indicator would be used when more accuracy is required or desired. Dial indicator setup alignment gauge setup or tuneup your tools and operations with precision, using this dial gauge this gauge will help you align your mark 7 or mark v work table, rip fence or miter gauge presets for precise cuts, timeaftertime. For maintenance personnel in drinking water and wastewater. If you can afford use laser alignment if you dont have dial gauge,then i. With a loadonpad design, figure 1 the shaft is free to laterally within bearing clearance, and alignment data is difficult to obtain without temporary bearing shims to stabilize the sham with a loadbetweenpad design, figure 1 b, the shaft remains stable during the alignment procedure. Laser alignment is an essential component of a viable maintenance. Those who purchase new alignment instruments and hand them out to field technicians who lack the knowledge of alignment fundamentals are often. For those currently using dial indicators without the budget to throw down on a laser alignment system, the free lovejoy dials app will help provide some of the automated calculation benefits of using laser tool. Manual alignment mechanical castercamber gauges with twodial runout eliminator can be used to gauge a front end without the use of a computer. Practice alignment procedure when one or both shafts are locked practice alignment when one or both shafts have limited rotation.
Step 4 precision alignment with a dial indicator youtube. This allows the use of whole numbers and avoids confusing decimals. Always check the shaft alignment with all the piping in place. When using this form, you may find it convenient to use mils instead of thousandths of an inch. Dial indicators are used elsewhere in the world in all kinds of other applications. Figure 46 shows the calculation using the cross dial alignment form. A popular method used for years and is still in use today is the. The final installment on measuring tools part 3 covers the dial indicator which is commonly used in reloading and gunsmithing tasks. Performance tasks under the supervision of the instructor, the trainee should be able to do the following. Dial indicator for build bed level test airtrippers 3d. It is not intended as a comprehensive guide to alignment of process machinery, nor is it a substitute for seeking professional advice or. For shaft alignment, we typically use dial indicators with 0. This occurs when using a twopole motor 3,500 to 3,600 rpm.
With the help of dial, mounted on a vertical stand generally refered as height gauge pick up the height of axis line of the motor. Reverse rim dial vs rim face universal technologies, inc. Dial indicator alignment basics alignment knowledge. A practical guide to shaft alignment plant services. Combo beltsheave red laser la12000r and reverse dial indicator system. Reverse alignment module 1550109 annotated instructors. To a large degree, the most significant challenge of any shaft alignment process is the validity of measurement data. A rough alignment is necessary due to the range limitations of the dial indicators. Dial indicator series 2 standard one revolution type for errorfree reading unlike many other dial indicators, the onerevolution dial indicator literally shows the entire spindle travel or range as one sweep of the hand, eliminating the possibility of reading errors due to miscounting multiple revolutions. This is a basic approach to measure caster and camber. Accsk1d broken coupling alignment kit with dial indicator gauges a basic stainless steel hardware set for taking readings off the coupling rim and face. Dial gauge stock photos and images 8,979 best match fresh.
Reverse dial indicator alignment system alignment is the procedure by which the shaft centerline of one machine element, such as a motor, is adjusted to be colinear with the centerline extension of another machine shaft, such as a pump. Use the straight edge for radial runout and feeler gauge for. When you install or assemble pumps driven by electric motors, make sure the unit is aligned properly. They are typically used to measure deck clearances, crankshaft thrust and straightness, lifter travel and other measurements that involve the distance between two surfaces or small amounts of component travel. Precision shaft alignment using dial indicators abstract even with the advent of new computerized dial indicator and laser alignment systems, knowledge of the basics of shaft alignment is a must. The rim and face method can be used with the simplest of installations. It is also possible to align three 3 or more elements in more complex machines. When using a rimface method, one measurement is taken on the rim of the coupling to determine shaft offset. For those not doing shaft alignment at all, for the longevity and reliability of your equipment, we highly recommend that you start now. The shaft alignment training course provides a highly practical knowledge of the use of dial gauge in coupling alignment. I have absolutely zero experience with svg as im sure you can tell. If necessary, the dial reading can be compensated for the actual. Care and function of your measuring tools part 3 dial. Using your own dial indicators, dial indicator we use is a ls starrett, 81141j.
Dial indicator the dial indicator is a precision measuring tool that measures relative distances. Perform reverse dial indicator alignment, using the mathematical equation. Several equipment alignment methods, especially the reverse dial indicator method, which is the principle used in laser alignment is covered in explicit detail. Fixturlaser alignment systems calculate the angularity and offset between the two centers of rotation. There are several steps which need to be taken for a successful alignment job. Affordable and search from millions of royalty free images, photos and vectors. Shaft laser alignment 3 benefits over dial indicators. How to properly use the dial gauge to determine zposition. Richmond, va 23236 phone 804 3792250 fax 804 3790189 2011 vibralign, inc. Distance between each tick mark 200 m one full turn of the big. If the shaft is misaligned, you must realign the unit to prevent shaft breakage and damage to bearings, pump casing wearing rings, and throat bushings. Complete hardware kit that aligns shaft couplings using the rim and face method. The most commonly used type of dial indicator reads in.
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