Product Details
The Bently Nevada 3500/15-04-00-00 Power Supply Module is a dedicated half-height power conversion unit engineered to energize the 3500 machinery protection system rack. This specific single-supply configuration features a low-voltage DC power supply occupying the top slot (04 option: 20 to 30 Vdc), leaves the bottom slot unpopulated (00 option), and omits specialized hazardous agency approvals (00 option). It converts external line voltages into stable internal power rails required by all installed monitor and interface modules.
Power Conversion and Architecture
The module occupies the specialized half-height slots on the left side of the 3500 chassis. Operating as a single-supply configuration in this specific ordering option, it delivers full electrical capacity to energize a completely populated rack of monitor cards and backplane interfaces.
The associated Power Input Module (PIM) mounts directly behind the supply to handle incoming low-voltage DC field wiring and provide robust input protection against line transients.
Input Regulation and Protection Features
The unit accepts a steady-state input voltage range of 20 to 30 Vdc, accommodating standard industrial control power variations. For out-of-range protection, minor under-voltage fluctuations will not harm the supply or the PIM, whereas severe over-voltage conditions safely trip the input protection components to isolate the rack.
A front-panel Supply OK LED illuminates green to provide instant visual verification of proper internal regulation and operational health.
Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/15-04-00-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Series | 3500 Machinery Protection System |
| Product Type | Power Supply Module |
| Top Slot Supply Type | 04 - Low Voltage DC (20 to 30 Vdc) |
| Bottom Slot Supply Type | 00 - No supply (Single-supply configuration) |
| Agency Approval Option | 00 - None |
| Operating Temperature | -30 deg C to +65 deg C (-22 deg F to +150 deg F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 deg C to +85 deg C (-40 deg F to +185 deg F) |
| Operating Humidity | 95%, non-condensing |
| Power Supply Module Dimensions | 120.7 mm x 50.8 mm x 251.5 mm (4.75 in x 2.0 in x 9.9 in) |
| Power Supply Module Weight | 1.39 kg (3.06 lb) |
| Shipping Weight | 5 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can a second power supply be added later to this 3500/15-04-00-00 rack configuration?
A: Yes, the 3500 rack backplane supports dual power supply installation, allowing a secondary module to be added into the bottom slot for active backup redundancy.
Q: What input voltage range does the top slot module accept?
A: The low-voltage DC option accepts an input voltage ranging from 20 to 30 Vdc.
Additional Information
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