Bently Nevada 3500/60-01-00 133819-01 Temperature Monitor

The Bently Nevada 3500/60-01-00 (133819-01) Temperature Monitor is a critical module within the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System designed to monitor temperature inputs from resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) or thermocouples. It provides six independent channels for continuous temperature measurement, alarm detection, and protection of critical rotating machinery. This model offers reliable, precise temperature monitoring with programmable alarm thresholds, ensuring timely machine protection and enhanced operational safety.

Key Features

• Six independent temperature input channels

• Supports RTDs (Platinum, Nickel, Copper) and thermocouple types E, J, K, T

• Programmable Alert and Danger alarm thresholds with configurable time delays

• High input impedance ensuring accurate signal measurement

• RTD excitation current approximately 925 μA per channel

• Front-panel LEDs indicating module status: OK, TX/RX communication, Bypass

• Compatible with isolated input/output modules offering channel-to-channel isolation

• Supports Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) configurations for critical system reliability

• Designed for industrial environments with global safety certifications

Technical Specifications

Typical Applications

• Continuous temperature monitoring of bearings, turbines, compressors, and motors

• Machinery protection for power generation, petrochemical, and manufacturing industries

• Integration into safety and shutdown systems for rotating equipment

• Support for predictive maintenance through accurate temperature measurement

• Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) system implementations

• Monitoring temperature to prevent overheating and reduce unplanned downtime

Product Advantages

• Supports multiple sensor types providing flexibility in monitoring solutions

• Accurate temperature measurement with high input impedance and stable excitation current

• Programmable alarm logic enables customized protection schemes

• Channel-to-channel isolation reduces electrical noise and signal interference

• Visual LEDs facilitate easy operational status checks

• Certified for hazardous area and industrial use worldwide

• Compact, full-height module suitable for 3500 rack integration

• Hot-swappable design for ease of maintenance

• Robust design ensures long-term reliable operation in harsh environments

• Facilitates safer and more efficient plant operation by early detection of temperature anomalies

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What sensor types are supported by the 3500/60-01-00 133819-01 module?

   It supports RTDs (Platinum, Nickel, Copper) and thermocouples (E, J, K, T types).

2. How many temperature channels does this module have?

   Six independent input channels.

3. What is the RTD excitation current?

   Approximately 925 μA per channel.

4. Are alarm thresholds configurable?

   Yes, both Alert and Danger thresholds can be programmed with selectable time delays.

5. Does the module provide isolation between channels?

   Yes, with isolated I/O modules, it supports 250 Vrms channel-to-channel isolation.

6. Is the module suitable for use in hazardous areas?

   Yes, it is certified for ATEX, IECEx, UL, CSA, RoHS, and EMC compliance.

7. What are the operating temperature limits?

   -30°C to +65°C.

8. Can this module be used in Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) systems?

   Yes, it supports TMR configurations for enhanced reliability.

9. What status indicators are present on the module?

   LEDs for OK, TX/RX communication, and Bypass status.

10. What industries commonly use this module?

    Power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, and other heavy industries requiring temperature monitoring.