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DriveAlign® Laser Tool

DriveAlign® Laser Tool

DriveAlign® Laser Tool

Product catalog summary
Updated Tool for Misalignment Detection
The document introduces a two-piece kit designed to detect misalignment in serpentine drive systems. The kit includes a laser tool and a target piece, both anodized red for visibility in dark engine compartments. The laser projects a large vertical line that, when aligned with the etched groove on the target piece, helps identify misaligned pulleys and components. This tool is suitable for automotive serpentine belt drives with 4 ribs or more.
DriveAlign® Laser Tool Features
  • Laser type: 650nm visible laser diode
  • Operating time: 20 hours of continuous service
  • Battery type: replaceable lithium battery
  • Magnetic feet designed for K-section Micro-V pulleys
  • Packaged in a durable blow-molded plastic case
Understanding Misalignment
Misalignment in drive systems can be of two types: offset/parallel and angular. Offset/parallel misalignment occurs when pulleys are outside the plane of other pulleys but remain parallel. Angular misalignment occurs when pulleys are within the plane but tilted due to non-parallel shafts. Misalignment can lead to several issues, including premature wear, belt tracking and stability problems, belt breakage, excess heat, and chirping. Notably, a one-degree misalignment can increase temperatures by 30°F, reducing belt life by up to 50%.
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AUTOMOTIVE TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES DRIVEALIGN® LASER TOOL Accurate Alignment, Every Time UPDATED TOOL FOR MISALIGNMENT DETECTION Designed to detect misalignment in serpentine drive systems, the two-piece kit contains a laser tool and a target piece, both of which are anodized red for high visibility in dark engine compartments. The laser beam itself is a large vertical line, and when coupled with the precisely etched groove in the target piece, can be used to easily identify misaligned pulleys and components. The tool works on automotive serpentine belt drives with 4 ribs or more. TRANSPORTATION <> PASSENGER CAR & LIGHT TRUCK

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DRIVEALIGN® LASER TOOL FEATURES ›› Laser type: 650nm visible laser diode ›› Operating time: 20 hours of continuous service ›› Battery type: replaceable lithium battery ›› Specially designed magnetic feet to sit perfectly in K-section Micro-V pulleys ›› Neatly packaged in a blow-molded plastic case for durability during handling and storage WHAT IS MISALIGNMENT? Offset/parallel misalignment refers to pulleys that are outside the plane of other pulleys in the drive system, but whose shafts remain parallel with the other components. Angular misalignment refers to pulleys which are within the drive...

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