Product Details
The 3500/92-04-01-02 is a gateway communication module manufactured by Bently Nevada for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. It collects monitored machinery health data from the 3500 rack backplane and translates it into Modbus protocol for integration with host distributed control systems or programmable logic controllers. This model features an Ethernet/RS485 Modbus I/O module, a low memory card configuration, and CSA/ATEX hazardous area certifications.
Communication Interfaces and Network Integration
The -04 I/O option combines Ethernet and RS485 physical communication layers into a single interface module. It supports both Modbus TCP/IP over Ethernet networks and Modbus RTU over multi-drop RS485 serial buses, enabling host systems to retrieve real-time vibration values, channel alarm states, and system diagnostic status over standard plant control networks.
Suffix Ordering Breakdown
The ordering option numbers define the physical connection interface, internal memory allocation, and certification level for this unit:
- I/O Module Type (-04): Ethernet / RS485 Modbus I/O module.
- Memory Type (-01): Low memory card configuration, suited for standard data transmission and buffer handling.
- Agency Approval Option (-02): Certified for hazardous locations under CSA and ATEX standards.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 3500/92-04-01-02 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Product Type | Gateway Communication Modules |
| I/O Module Type | Ethernet / RS485 Modbus I/O Module (-04) |
| Memory Type | Low Memory (-01) |
| Agency Approval | CSA / ATEX (-02) |
| Protocols Supported | Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU |
| Shipping Weight | 20.00 lbs |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What communication protocols are supported by the Bently Nevada 3500/92-04-01-02 gateway?
A: The -04 I/O module supports Modbus communication over both Ethernet (Modbus TCP/IP) and RS485 serial (Modbus RTU) interfaces.
Q: What certification ratings are included with the -02 agency approval option?
A: The -02 option indicates compliance and certification under both CSA and ATEX standards for hazardous location deployments.
Additional Information
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