TSA Bologna Industrial Air Motors and Reaction Arms

Pneumatic vane and piston motors, gear motors, and ergonomic reaction arms TSA Bologna for assembly workstations and industrial automation: tailored equipment supply.

TSA Bologna Series M vane air motors

Industrial vane pneumatic motors of the M series with power ratings from 0.13 to 9.2 kW. Available in standard and modular configurations, reversible and non-reversible, with optional AISI 303 stainless steel bodies and No-Lube dry running modifications.

Power range from 0.13 kW to 9.2 kW
M30, M55, M95, M150, M250, M410, M620, M1100 series
Modular M9 to M400 units and AISI 303 stainless steel
Reversible and non-reversible versions with flanges

TSA Bologna MP series radial piston pneumatic motors

Four and five oil bath cylinder radial piston motors with outputs up to 22 kW. Built for continuous heavy-duty service under severe loads, featuring high starting torque, full explosion safety, and engineered compatibility with natural gas operation.

MP165, MP400, MP850, MP1450, MP2250, MP3000 series
Four or five cylinders operating in an oil bath
High stall torque and stepless speed regulation
ATEX compliant and adaptable for natural gas drives

TSA Bologna MP series compact piston air motors

Compact piston air motors designed for tight spaces, delivering high torque at low rotational speeds. Featuring minimal air consumption, quiet operation below 78 dB, oil-free and silicon-free design, and ATEX II 2GD T5 explosion protection compliance.

MP004, MP006, MP012, and MP024 model series
Aluminum, stainless steel, or polymer body choices
Oil-free and silicon-free for clean room assembly
Compliant with ATEX II category 2 GD T5 standards

TSA Bologna Tool-Mate articulated reaction arms

Articulated torque reaction and balancing arms from the Tool-Mate line, engineered to neutralize reaction torque from assembly tools like nutrunners and drills. They eliminate operator strain and prevent repetitive musculoskeletal injuries during continuous shifts.

Bench gas spring and pneumatic articulated arms
Floor mounted articulated systems with large reach
Torque reaction compensation up to 250 Nm
Universal tool holding wrists for inline and pistol tools

TSA Bologna telescopic torque reaction arms

Overhead track mounted telescopic reaction arms designed to neutralize torque up to 1000 Nm while counterbalancing heavy tool weight. Constructed from rigid trilobate steel tubes or carbon fiber composite with integrated pneumatic balancer units.

Reaction torque absorption ratings up to 1000 Nm
Rigid steel trilobate and carbon fiber arm structures
Trolley interface for monorail and bridge crane tracks
Integration options with pneumatic locks and sensors

TSA Bologna epicyclic pneumatic gear motors

Pneumatic gear motors and winch drives combining vane or radial piston units with epicyclic reduction stages and fail-safe Bn brakes. They deliver high output torque, mechanical robustness, compact proportions, and dependable performance in hazardous environments.

Epicyclic planetary gearbox stages EN6F, EN8F, E18F
Combinations with MP55, MP95, MP250, and MP410 drives
Winch drives with spring-applied fail-safe Bn brakes
Exceptional power to weight and torque density ratio

TSA Bologna pneumatic motors and drive technology: engineering fundamentals

Italian manufacturer TSA (Tecnologie Speciali Applicate Srl) has been designing and producing pneumatic motors and torque balancing arms at its facility in Zola Predosa, Bologna since 1984.

The product scope covers M series vane motors, MP series heavy radial piston drives, compact piston motors, and epicyclic gearboxes engineered for demanding assembly lines, machine tools, and process industries.

TSA pneumatic motors are completely stall-proof, intrinsically explosion-safe, and sustain smooth rotation under fluctuating load resistances.

Modular designs allow seamless integration of motor units with multi-stage epicyclic speed reducers and spring-applied fail-safe disc brakes for specialized drive tasks.

Safety directives, ATEX explosion protection, and acoustic engineering

All TSA Bologna equipment complies with the European Machinery Directive and carries the official CE marking. Compact piston air motors in the MP006, MP012, and MP024 series comply with ATEX II category 2 GD T5 for service in explosive gas and dust atmospheres.

Acoustic evaluations compliant with ISO 11200 and ISO 11202 demonstrate operating noise levels consistently below 78 dB.

Heavy-duty MP radial piston motors are engineered with oil-bath multi-cylinder construction. They can utilize treated pipeline natural gas as the operating medium, making them suitable for oil and gas production, compressor stations, and underground mining equipment.

Component selection, engineering consultation, and global equipment supply

We specify and supply complete TSA Bologna air motors and ergonomic reaction arms according to unit model designations, serial numbers, or application parameters: standard and modular vane drives, radial piston units, Tool-Mate articulated pantographs, and rigid telescopic rails.

Direct export supply includes full technical documentation and secure cargo logistics to your production site.

To verify compatibility, our engineers review required output torque, target operating speed, dynamic air line pressure, and mechanical mounting configurations including face flanges and torque arms. Clear delivery lead times and commercial terms are established in each quotation.

Maintenance protocols and replacement overhaul parts for TSA pneumatic equipment

We supply wear components and comprehensive overhaul kits for scheduled maintenance of TSA pneumatic drive systems: rotor vane packs, precision roller and ball bearings, high-temperature shaft seals, piston rings, cylinder liners, and distribution valves.

For Tool-Mate articulated and telescopic arms, we deliver replacement balancer cables, gas springs, pneumatic disc brakes, swivel wrists, and universal tool clamping brackets. Timely maintenance ensures rated torque absorption and extends assembly tool working life.

Industrial applications and assembly ergonomics across modern manufacturing

TSA Bologna ergonomic equipment is widely deployed throughout automotive plants, appliance assembly lines, aerospace facilities, and precision machining workshops.

Tool-Mate reaction arms and telescopic manipulators absorb tightening torques up to 1000 Nm, effectively preventing wrist strain injuries.

TSA air motors and gear drives power overhead conveyors, liquid paint transfer pumps, chemical agitators, pipe beveling machines, and heavy cable winches where electrical drive motors present fire or explosion risks.

Compressed air preparation, lubrication guidelines, and operating regimes

To achieve maximum service life from TSA vane and radial piston motors, supply clean dry compressed air at pressures up to 6 bar through a 50-micron inlet filtration system.

An exception applies to No-Lube vane variants and MP compact piston motors, which are fully engineered for dry air operation without inline oil mist.

For standard M series vane motors and heavy MP radial piston units, an inline lubricator delivering 2 to 3 drops of compressor lubricant per cubic meter of air is recommended.

Routine inspection of gearbox lubricant levels and silencer cleaning prevents backpressure buildup and protects motor internal working surfaces.

Operational advantages of pneumatic drives compared to electric motors

TSA pneumatic motors are essential in industrial processing environments where electric drives present spark or overheating hazards: painting areas, spray booths, chemical reactors, and solvent transfer stations.

Pneumatic drives offer significantly smaller dimensions and lighter weight for an equivalent power rating.

Continuous operation under 100% duty cycles without burnout risk during stalling or severe overloads delivers exceptional operational reliability. Straightforward instant reversal and stepless torque control via airline pressure adjustments make TSA motors a dependable solution.

TSA Bologna and model names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to identify the equipment for which we source parts. SpareX is not an official dealer, distributor or representative of TSA Bologna and is not affiliated with the trademark owner. Origin, documents and warranty are stated for each item in the quotation.