⚙️ BENTLY 3500/42M 176449-02 Vibration Monitor
📖 Product Overview
The Bently Nevada 3500/42M 176449-02 Vibration Monitor is part of the 3500 series machinery protection and monitoring system, engineered to deliver high-performance monitoring of critical rotating equipment. Designed with precision and reliability, this module provides real-time vibration and position measurement, ensuring machinery safety and operational efficiency in demanding industrial applications.
This model is widely utilized in turbines, compressors, pumps, and other rotating machinery. Its robust construction, advanced signal processing, and flexible configuration make it suitable for both continuous monitoring and protection functions. With diagnostic capability and easy system integration, the 3500/42M enables predictive maintenance strategies and reduces downtime risks.
🔧 Key Features
- Two-channel or four-channel vibration monitoring capability
- Accepts inputs from proximity probes, velocity sensors, or accelerometers
- Configurable for radial, axial, or thrust position monitoring
- High-speed digital signal processing for accurate data acquisition
- Compatible with Bently Nevada 3500 rack systems
- Multiple alarm setpoints with relay outputs for system protection
- Real-time data communication with plant control systems
- Designed for critical rotating machinery applications
📊 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 3500/42M 176449-02 |
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada (GE Measurement & Control) |
| Channels | 2 or 4 channels (configurable) |
| Input Types | Proximity probes, velocity sensors, accelerometers |
| Measurement Range | Configurable per sensor type |
| Accuracy | ±0.25% of full-scale range |
| Power Supply | Via 3500 rack power system |
| Alarm Setpoints | 4 per channel, programmable |
| Outputs | Buffered transducer outputs, 4–20 mA signals |
| Communication | System interface via 3500 rack and software |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +65°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity Tolerance | 95% non-condensing |
| Mounting | 3500 rack slot insertion |
| Certifications | CE, CSA, ATEX, IECEx compliance |
| Dimensions | Standard 3500 rack module size |
| Weight | Approx. 0.6 kg |
⚡ Installation Guidelines
- Insert the module into a compatible 3500 rack slot with the correct keyphasor configuration.
- Ensure all transducer inputs are connected securely with shielded cables to minimize interference.
- Configure channel parameters through the 3500 configuration software.
- Connect alarm relays and buffered outputs to plant safety systems and monitoring equipment.
- Perform functional verification tests before placing the system into operation.
🛠️ Maintenance Instructions
- Inspect connectors and cabling regularly for signs of wear or degradation.
- Verify calibration settings during routine maintenance to ensure accurate readings.
- Keep the rack environment clean and free from dust or corrosive agents.
- Replace the module immediately if abnormal signals, alarm failures, or overheating are detected.
- Store spare modules in a dry, temperature-stable environment to maintain performance integrity.
🌍 Applications
- Steam and gas turbines
- Centrifugal and axial compressors
- Industrial pumps and fans
- Generators and large motors
- Critical rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, and petrochemical plants
🔗 Useful Resources
- Discover more industrial automation and monitoring solutions: Star DCS PLC
- Explore compatible Bently Nevada modules and spares: Star DCS PLC Store
📑 Recommended Similar Models
| Model | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Bently 3500/40M | Proximitor Monitor, multi-channel configuration | View |
| Bently 3500/44M | Position and Vibration Monitor | View |
| Bently 3500/50 | Tachometer Module for speed measurement | View |
| Bently 3500/60 | Temperature Monitor for critical equipment | View |
| Bently 3500/92 | Communication Gateway for system integration | View |
Do you want me to expand the “Applications” section with detailed real-world industry examples (like turbines in power plants, compressors in LNG facilities, or pumps in refineries) so the document reaches closer to 800 words?
