Product Details
The 3500/92-04-01-00 is a Communication Gateway module manufactured by Bently Nevada for the 3500 machinery protection system. It provides comprehensive communication capabilities for all rack-monitored values, statuses, and alarm events, facilitating seamless integration with distributed control systems (DCS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and plant automation networks via Ethernet and serial connections.
Network Architecture and I/O Configuration
This specific part number configuration includes option -04, which designates the Ethernet/RS485 Modbus I/O module type. It supports both Ethernet TCP/IP (Modbus/TCP) and serial RS485 communication protocols, connecting via an RJ-45 interface for 10BASE-T Ethernet networks. Option -01 specifies the primary I/O module configuration, while option -00 indicates that no optional agency approvals are required for this assembly.
Physical and Environmental Specifications
Engineered for standard full-height 3500 rack slots, the main communication gateway board measures 241 mm x 24.4 mm x 242 mm with a weight of 0.82 kg, and the companion I/O module measures 241 mm x 24.4 mm x 99.1 mm with a weight of 0.44 kg. The module operates within an ambient temperature range of -30°C to +65°C and consumes a typical power rating of 5.6 watts when paired with the RS485 I/O module.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/92-04-01-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Communication Gateway Module |
| I/O Module Type | Ethernet/RS485 Modbus I/O Module (-04) |
| Communication Protocols | Modbus/TCP, Modbus RTU (RS485), BNC Host Protocol |
| Power Consumption | 5.6 W typical (with RS485 I/O) |
| Operating Temperature | -30 deg C to +65 deg C |
| Main Board Dimensions | 241 mm x 24.4 mm x 242 mm |
| Main Board Weight | 0.82 kg |
| I/O Module Dimensions | 241 mm x 24.4 mm x 99.1 mm |
| I/O Module Weight | 0.44 kg |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What communication interfaces and protocols are supported by the 3500/92-04-01-00?
A: It supports Ethernet TCP/IP (Modbus/TCP) via an RJ-45 10BASE-T connection and serial RS485 (Modbus RTU), alongside proprietary BNC host communication protocols.
Q: What power consumption and environmental limits apply to this gateway module?
A: The module typically consumes 5.6 watts with the RS485 I/O module and operates in ambient temperatures ranging from -30°C to +65°C.
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