Product Details
The 3500/40-03-02 Proximitor Monitor is a 4-channel machinery protection card designed by Bently Nevada to accept input from proximity transducers. It conditions raw signals to deliver continuous measurements for radial vibration, thrust position, eccentricity, differential expansion, and bearing condition, comparing them against programmable alarm thresholds.
I/O Module Configuration and Barriers
This configuration features an I/O module type designated by the -03 suffix, which integrates internal barriers and internal terminations. This design provides built-in intrinsic safety isolation directly at the module connections, eliminating the need for external barrier assemblies in hazardous installations.
Agency Approvals and Hazardous Area Compliance
The -02 suffix specifies the agency approval option, providing hazardous location certifications including ATEX, IECEx, and CSA for Class 1, Zone 2 environments. This compliance ensures safe deployment and operation across regulated industrial process sites.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/40-03-02 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Series | 3500/40M Proximitor Monitor |
| Number of Channels | 4 Channels |
| I/O Module Type | Proximitor I/O Module with Internal Barriers and Internal Terminations (-03) |
| Agency Approval Option | ATEX / IECEx / CSA (Class 1, Zone 2) (-02) |
| Monitor Module Dimensions | 241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 241.8 mm (9.50 in x 0.96 in x 9.52 in) |
| Monitor Module Weight | 0.91 kg (2.0 lb) |
| I/O Module Dimensions (Barrier) | 241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 163.1 mm (9.50 in x 0.96 in x 6.42 in) |
| I/O Module Weight (Barrier) | 0.46 kg (1.01 lb) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary function of the Bently Nevada 3500/40-03-02 monitor?
A: It processes proximity transducer signals to monitor parameters like radial vibration and thrust position, driving alarms to protect rotating machinery.
Q: What do the -03 and -02 suffixes signify in the part number?
A: The -03 designates the Proximitor I/O module with internal barriers and internal terminations, while the -02 indicates ATEX, IECEx, and CSA hazardous location approvals.
Additional Information
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