Bently Nevada 176449-02 (3500/42M) Proximitor & Seismic Monitor Product Specification
The 2100/00-02-10-01-00 is a factory pre-calibrated integrated armored eddy current proximity probe belonging to 2100 series heavy-duty monitoring transducer lineup, engineered for non-contact displacement monitoring on critical rotating machinery such as steam turbines, centrifugal compressors, turbo-generators and heavy industrial pumps in petrochemical, power generation and metallurgical industries. Assembled with standard 8mm core sensing element encapsulated inside seamless stainless steel armored sleeve, the unit forms a complete vibration monitoring system when paired with designated matched extension cable and original proximitor driver, fully complying with API 670 international machinery protection standard for on-line continuous measurement of shaft radial vibration, axial thrust clearance and rotational keyphasor signal. All finished probes pass full linearity calibration, high-low temperature alternating aging test and hermetic tightness inspection before factory delivery to guarantee stable measuring accuracy under harsh working conditions with high temperature, dense oil mist and continuous mechanical vibration inside bearing housings. The sensor outputs proportional analog voltage signal to central monitoring rack for over-limit alarm and equipment trip interlock control to avoid severe mechanical failure caused by abnormal shaft operating status.
Description
Bently Nevada 176449-02 Product Description
Product Overview
The 176449-02 is a dedicated rack communication interface board belonging to the Bently Nevada 3500 monitoring system series, developed for industrial rotating machinery condition monitoring scenarios. It serves as the core data transmission bridge inside the 3500 rack, responsible for collecting all vibration, displacement, speed and temperature signals acquired by each monitoring module in the frame, then transmitting standardized real-time operating data to upper-level industrial control and monitoring systems. This unit ensures stable two-way data interaction between rack internal hardware and external host systems, supporting long-term continuous operation under harsh industrial environments such as power plants, petrochemical plants and metallurgical factories.
Basic Information
Product Model: 176449-02Brand: Bently NevadaApplicable System: 3500 series monitoring rackProduct Type: Rack communication interface boardApplication Field: Rotating machinery online condition monitoring
Function and Positioning
This communication board undertakes the data communication management work of the entire 3500 rack. It synchronously collects measurement data, alarm status, equipment fault codes and module self-diagnosis information from all functional boards inserted in the rack. It converts internal proprietary bus signals into general industrial communication data formats for upload to distributed control systems, monitoring workstations and data acquisition servers. It also receives parameter configuration and command signals issued by upper computers to complete remote parameter setting, threshold adjustment and system reset of each monitoring channel. It is an indispensable intermediate component for realizing remote real-time monitoring and fault early warning of rotary equipment.
Core Performance Parameters
It supports full compatibility with all standard functional modules of the 3500 rack, including proximity monitor modules, seismic vibration modules, speed monitor modules and temperature monitoring modules. It maintains high-speed real-time data refresh with low signal delay to guarantee synchronous data output of multi-channel monitoring points. The board features built-in hardware fault self-test functions, which can automatically identify communication failures, loose board insertion and abnormal bus signals, and upload corresponding fault alarm codes in time. It adopts industrial-grade anti-interference circuit design, resisting electromagnetic interference from high-power motors and frequency conversion equipment, and meets wide-range industrial operating temperature requirements to adapt to complex workshop working conditions.
General Matching Accessories
This communication board can be directly installed on the standard backplane of the 3500 series rack without additional adapter plates. It matches standard rack power supply modules to provide stable working voltage for normal communication operation. Standard signal transmission cables are used for connection between the board and external monitoring hosts or DCS systems. It can be used together with all original Bently Nevada monitoring modules and rack accessories to form a complete set of vibration monitoring system without extra modification of hardware structure.
Applicable Equipment Fields
It is widely applied to online monitoring of various large rotating mechanical equipment, including steam turbines, gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, axial fans, water pumps and rolling mills. It covers core production industries such as thermal power generation, new energy power stations, petrochemical refining, chemical fertilizer production, metal smelting and papermaking. It is suitable for industrial sites requiring continuous unattended equipment state monitoring, providing reliable data transmission support for equipment predictive maintenance and mechanical failure analysis.
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