Product Details
The 3500/42-06-01 is a 4-channel Proximitor Seismic Monitor assembly designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System. This specific part number configuration pairs the standard 3500/42M monitor channel board with a specialized I/O module featuring internal safety barriers and internal terminations for velocity sensors, alongside CSA/NRTL/C hazardous location agency approvals. It continuously conditions proximity and seismic transducer inputs to deliver reliable vibration and position tracking.
Channel Functions and Signal Processing
The module operates across four independent input channels programmed in pairs to execute multiple vibration and position measurements simultaneously. Using the 3500 Rack Configuration Software, channels can be configured for radial vibration, thrust position, differential expansion, eccentricity, or velocity parameters. It evaluates real-time inputs against user-defined Alert and Danger setpoints to ensure prompt machinery protection and alarm triggering.
I/O Configuration and Hazardous Approvals
The designated -06 rear I/O module incorporates internal safety barriers tailored for direct connection with approved seismic transducers without requiring external barrier blocks. The -01 suffix designates compliance with CSA, NRTL, and C standards for operation within Class I, Division 2 hazardous environments. Front-panel coaxial connectors provide short-circuit-protected buffered outputs for diagnostic analysis.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/42-06-01 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Series | 3500 / 3500/42M |
| Product Type | Proximitor Seismic Monitor Module |
| Input Channels | 4 channels (proximity, velocity, or acceleration transducers) |
| I/O Module Option (-06) | Internal barriers and internal terminations (Velomitor / seismic compatible) |
| Agency Approval Option (-01) | CSA / NRTL / C (Class I, Division 2) |
| Power Consumption | 7.7 W typical |
| Recorder Outputs | +4 to +20 mA proportional to full-scale |
| Operating Temperature | -30 deg C to +65 deg C (-22 deg F to +149 deg F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 deg C to +85 deg C (-40 deg F to +185 deg F) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What configuration does the -06 I/O module option provide?
A: The -06 designation indicates an I/O module equipped with internal safety barriers and internal signal terminations designed for seismic and velocity transducers.
Q: Can individual channel pairs run different monitoring functions?
A: Yes, the four channels are programmed in pairs, allowing channels 1 and 2 to execute one monitoring function while channels 3 and 4 run the same or an independent function.
Additional Information
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