Product Details
The 3500/15-04-01-00 Power Supply Module is a half-height system component designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Series Machinery Protection System. It converts incoming line power into regulated voltages required by other modules in the rack. This specific catalog configuration features a Low Voltage DC input for the top slot, a No Supply configuration for the bottom slot, and operates without hazardous area agency approvals.
Power Conversion and Slot Configuration
The unit occupies the designated left-side slots of a 3500 rack and handles input voltages ranging from 20 to 30 Vdc via a matching Low Voltage DC Power Input Module (PIM). The -04 suffix in the first option slot designates the Low Voltage DC supply type, while the -01 suffix in the second slot option indicates that no secondary power supply is installed. Each power supply module pairs with a rear-mounted PIM located directly behind it to manage incoming field wiring and input protection fuses.
System Redundancy and Monitoring
The 3500 rack framework supports single or dual power supply configurations to guarantee continuous operation. Although a single module is fully capable of powering a fully loaded system rack, installing a secondary supply allows for hot-swappable redundancy where the lower slot acts as primary and the upper slot serves as backup. A front-panel Supply OK LED indicator provides immediate visual confirmation of proper operational status and internal rail health.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/15-04-01-00 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Power Supply Module |
| Power Supply Type (Top Slot) | Low Voltage DC (20 to 30 Vdc) [-04] |
| Power Supply Type (Bottom Slot) | None required [-01] |
| Agency Approval | None [-00] |
| Full Rack Current Draw | 10.0 A (maximum) |
| Operating Temperature | -30 degC to +65 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 degC to +85 degC |
| Power Supply Dimensions | 120.7 mm x 50.8 mm x 251.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.39 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input voltage does the 3500/15-04-01-00 configuration accept?
A: It accepts a Low Voltage DC input ranging from 20 to 30 Vdc through its associated Power Input Module (PIM).
Q: Can this single power supply module support a fully loaded 3500 rack?
A: Yes, either installed power supply is fully capable of providing sufficient power for a fully populated system rack.
Q: Does this specific configuration include hazardous area certifications?
A: No, the -00 suffix indicates that this unit is supplied without specialized hazardous location agency approvals.
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