Product Details
The 3500/15-02-03-00 is a dual-slot hybrid power supply module manufactured by Bently Nevada for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. Installed on the left side of the 3500 rack framework, it converts primary supply power into regulated DC voltages required by the internal monitoring cards. This specific configuration combines a High Voltage AC power supply unit in the top slot with a High Voltage DC power supply unit in the bottom slot, operating without specialized agency approvals.
Hybrid Power Architecture and Redundancy
The option digits determine the power module layout across the dual half-height rack slots:
- Top Slot (-02): High Voltage AC supply option (175 to 264 VAC rms).
- Bottom Slot (-03): High Voltage DC supply option (88 to 140 VDC).
- Agency Approval (-00): Standard option provided without specialized hazardous area certifications.
In this hybrid setup, the bottom slot serves as the primary power source while the top slot functions as the backup supply. Either module is individually capable of supporting a fully loaded 3500 rack. If one power source drops out, the secondary supply automatically maintains total rack current draw without interrupting continuous vibration monitoring or protection logic.
Physical Construction and Environmental Limits
The module housing measures 120.7 × 50.8 × 251.5 mm (4.75 × 2.0 × 9.9 in) and weighs 1.39 kg (3.06 lb). Designed for continuous operation in industrial control enclosures, it operates within an ambient temperature range of -30 deg C to +65 deg C (-22 deg F to +150 deg F). Live hot-swapping is fully supported, allowing operators to insert or remove a single power supply module without de-energizing the rack.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/15-02-03-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Power Supply Module |
| Top Slot Option | High Voltage AC (175 to 264 VAC rms) (-02) |
| Bottom Slot Option | High Voltage DC (88 to 140 VDC) (-03) |
| Agency Approval | None (-00) |
| Input Frequency (AC) | 47 to 63 Hz |
| Full Rack Current Draw | 2.3 A rms (AC max) / 2.5 A (DC max) |
| 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) |
| Module Dimensions (H × W × D) | 120.7 × 50.8 × 251.5 mm (4.75 × 2.0 × 9.9 in) |
| Module Weight | 1.39 kg (3.06 lb) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input power sources are required for the Bently Nevada 3500/15-02-03-00 module?
A: This hybrid unit accepts 175 to 264 VAC rms (47 to 63 Hz) for the top slot AC supply and 88 to 140 VDC for the bottom slot DC supply.
Q: Can the 3500/15-02-03-00 power supply modules be hot-swapped during operation?
A: Yes, as long as one active supply remains powered and installed in the rack, either supply module can be extracted or replaced without disrupting rack operations.
Q: What does the -00 agency approval option represent?
A: The -00 suffix indicates standard manufacturing compliance without specific hazardous area certifications.
Additional Information
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