DAC Worldwide’s Basic Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer (208D-000) is a heavy-duty, precision learning aide that allows for convenient, realistic training in shaft alignment. The Basic Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer is designed based on the dimensions of a common ANSI centrifugal pump, and allows for training using all common alignment techniques and tools. With each element having adjustment capabilities to create unique alignment problems, this learning system offers a complete training experience in this fundamental industrial bearing maintenance.

The trainer requires the following components:

• #208-001 - Tool Kit, Shaft Alignment
• #208-015 - Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Set

Learners will use industrial-grade components to study topics such as using a dial indicator in coupling/shaft alignment, coupling alignment using the reverse dial indicator method, fabrication of shaft keys, and installing a flexible disc coupling. Not only do the components provide durability to stand up to frequent use, but they also aide learners in becoming better prepared for the tasks they will encounter on the job.

Practice Hands-On Mechanical Skills for Various Applications

The Basic Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer features a heavy-duty, 7-gauge steel baseplate with provision for tabletop mounting. It includes flanged bearings, fasteners, shafts, and ¾” diameter shafting with keyways. It also comes with four (4) steel pads, an Allen wrench set, combination wrenches, and more.

All fasteners are easily accessible and replaceable, and the system requires a minimal number of hand tools. Flanged bearing allow changes in angular and parallel misalignment, and motor attachment points include steel threaded inserts. Replaceable shafts and bent shafts are easily installed.

Courseware Takes Learning to the Next Level

In addition to hands-on training, DAC Worldwide’s Basic Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer comes with courseware, which is useful in both an instructor-led or self-directed format. The courseware includes a textbook with chapters on coupling and alignment techniques, as well as twenty (20) illustrated, hands-on exercises. Some of the exercises locating and correcting soft foot, assembling a chain-type coupling, installing a universal joint coupling, and much more!

Expand Training with Additional Mechanical Options

The Basic Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer is only one of DAC Worldwide’s expansive mechanical training systems. Other related equipment includes a Belt Drive Training System (201-000), a Coupling/Shaft Alignment Trainer (208-000), a Gear Maintenance Training System (205-000), and many more!

Student Training Manual and Textbook Available

A copy of this course’s Student Training Manual and Textbook is available with the training system. Sourced from the Exercises and Learning Activities, the Student Activity Guide takes the technical content contained in the learning objectives, and combines it into one perfectly-bound book. If you would like to inquire about purchasing additional Student Activity Guides for your program, please contact your local DAC Worldwide Representative for more information.