Product Details
The 3500/60-05 (163179-01 monitor combined with 136711-01 I/O module) is a 6-channel temperature monitor designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 machinery protection system. This configuration accepts both Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) and Thermocouple (TC) inputs, conditioning sensor signals and evaluating them against user-programmable alarm setpoints. It features built-in internal barriers and internal terminations for hazardous area signal integration without recorder outputs.
Architecture and Input Processing
The module provides six independent temperature monitoring channels that process inputs from standard industrial RTDs and thermocouples. It continuously scales sensor inputs and performs comparison checks against pre-configured Alert and Danger setpoints. This model omits analog recorder outputs, focusing entirely on high-integrity protection and digital rack communication.
Internal Barriers and Terminations
This specific configuration integrates internal safety barriers on a non-isolated circuit layout alongside internal terminations. Field wiring connects directly to the rear module terminals within the rack frame. The internal barrier design limits electrical energy delivered to field sensors, allowing safe placement in hazardous areas when installed with compliant system grounding.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/60-05 (163179-01 + 136711-01) |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | RTD/TC I/O Module |
| Channels | 6 channels |
| Supported Inputs | RTD and Thermocouple (TC) |
| Termination Type | Internal Terminations |
| Barrier Type | Internal Barriers |
| Isolation | Non-Isolated |
| Recorder Outputs | None (3500/60 base monitor) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 deg C to +65 deg C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What components comprise the 3500/60-05 order code?
A: It consists of the 163179-01 temperature monitor base board and the 136711-01 I/O module featuring internal barriers and internal terminations.
Q: Does this module provide analog recorder outputs for each channel?
A: No, the 3500/60 variant does not include recorder outputs, which are standard on the alternate 3500/61 series.
Q: Can external termination blocks be used with this internal termination model?
A: No, internal termination I/O modules wire directly to the rear connector and are incompatible with external termination blocks.
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