Product Details
The 3500/50-01-02-00-01 Tachometer Module is a dual-channel digital monitoring device designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Series Machinery Protection System. It acquires speed and phase signals from proximity transducers or magnetic pickups to evaluate shaft rotational speed, rotor acceleration, or reverse rotation conditions. This specific catalog configuration includes an I/O module type with internal terminations, assembled cable options, no agency approvals, and a standard spare provisioning code.
Signal Processing and Speed Measurement
Each module processes input pulses from up to two transducer channels to calculate rotational speed, peak-hold metrics, and rates of change. The unit compares real-time measurements against user-programmable alert and danger setpoints via the 3500 Rack Configuration Software to issue protective trip commands. It can also condition and route Keyphasor signals directly to the rack backplane, eliminating the need for a separate Keyphasor module.
Hardware Architecture and Configuration
The assembly occupies two full-height front slots within a standard 3500 rack framework, combining the main processor board with a rear-facing I/O module. The -01 I/O designation indicates an internal termination layout, while the -02 suffix specifies an assembled cable configuration. The subsequent -00 and -01 digits denote the absence of hazardous area agency approvals and standard factory provisioning.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/50-01-02-00-01 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Tachometer Module |
| Number of Channels | 2 channels |
| Transducer Inputs | Proximity transducers or magnetic pickups |
| I/O Module Type | Internal terminations [-01] |
| Agency Approval | None [-00] |
| Power Consumption | 5.8 W typical |
| Main Module Dimensions | 241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 241.8 mm |
| Main Module Weight | 0.82 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What sensor types are compatible with the 3500/50-01-02-00-01 module?A: It accepts input signals from standard eddy-current proximity probes or passive magnetic speed pickups.
Q: What does the -01 I/O designation represent for this model?A: The -01 suffix specifies an I/O module configuration featuring internal terminations for field wiring.
Q: Does this specific tachometer configuration include hazardous location certifications?A: No, the -00 suffix indicates that the unit is supplied without specialized agency approvals for hazardous areas.
Additional Information
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