Product Details
The 3500/61-05-01 Temperature Monitor Module is a six-channel monitoring device designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Series Machinery Protection System. It accepts inputs from Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) and thermocouples (TCs), providing continuous thermal tracking alongside dedicated proportional recorder outputs. This specific catalog configuration features an RTD/TC non-isolated I/O module with internal barriers and North American agency approvals for hazardous locations.
Signal Conditioning and Measurement
Each of the six independent channels conditions incoming temperature signals and compares them against user-programmable Alert and Danger threshold setpoints using the 3500 Rack Configuration Software. The module incorporates high-precision cold junction compensation for thermocouple inputs to mitigate ambient temperature drift. It also supplies dedicated 4 to 20 mA proportional analog outputs for integration into external control or data logging systems.
Hardware Architecture and I/O Configuration
Occupying one front slot in the 3500 rack framework, the monitor pairs with a dedicated rear-mounted I/O assembly. The -05 suffix designates an RTD/TC non-isolated I/O module equipped with internal barriers, which safely limit electrical energy delivered to field wiring. The -01 suffix indicates that the unit includes North American (CSA/NRTL/C) hazardous location approvals. Front-panel LED indicators provide real-time status for module health, communication activity, and bypass modes.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/61-05-01 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Temperature Monitor Module with Recorder Outputs |
| Number of Channels | 6 channels |
| Transducer Inputs | RTD and thermocouple signals |
| I/O Module Type | RTD/TC non-isolated with internal barriers [-05] |
| Agency Approval | CSA / NRTL / C (Class 1, Division 2) [-01] |
| Power Consumption | 9 W nominal |
| Recorder Outputs | 4 to 20 mA |
| Operating Temperature | 0 degC to +65 degC (with internal barrier I/O) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 degC to +85 degC |
| Main Module Dimensions | 241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 241.8 mm |
| Shipping Weight | 0.91 kg (main module) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What sensor types are compatible with the 3500/61-05-01 monitor?
A: It accepts inputs from 1 to 6 Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), thermocouples (TCs), or a mixed configuration across its channels.
Q: What does the -05 suffix indicate regarding the module's I/O configuration?
A: The -05 suffix specifies an RTD/TC non-isolated I/O module built with internal barriers for hazardous location compliance.
Q: Does this module provide dedicated recorder outputs for external systems?
A: Yes, it supplies individual 4 to 20 mA proportional recorder outputs for each of the six measurement channels.
Additional Information
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