Bently Nevada 3500/70 176449-09 Recip Impulse Velocity Monitor

The Bently Nevada 3500/70 176449-09 Recip Impulse Velocity Monitor is an advanced machinery protection module designed for monitoring reciprocating machinery vibration. Part of the 3500 Series Machinery Protection System, it measures velocity impulses from sensors installed on reciprocating equipment such as compressors and pumps.

The 3500/70 module provides high-fidelity velocity measurements and converts these signals into actionable alarms for machinery protection. Its purpose-built design enables early detection of mechanical issues such as imbalance, misalignment, or wear, preventing equipment failures and minimizing downtime. This monitor integrates seamlessly with the 3500 Series system, providing centralized real-time data for operators and maintenance teams.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

The 3500/70 Recip Impulse Velocity Monitor is primarily used in industrial applications where reciprocating machinery requires precise vibration monitoring:

• Oil & Gas – Monitoring reciprocating compressors and pumps.

• Petrochemical – Protection of reciprocating process pumps and compressors.

• Power Generation – Monitoring piston-driven equipment and auxiliary pumps.

• Chemical Processing – Detecting abnormal vibration in reciprocating machinery.

• Marine & Offshore – Monitoring onboard reciprocating compressors and pumps.

• Industrial Manufacturing – Protection for mechanical presses, reciprocating pumps, and compressors.

Product Advantages

• High-Fidelity Velocity Measurement – Accurately captures vibration impulses in reciprocating machinery.

• Fast Response – <50 ms response ensures timely alarm detection for critical machinery protection.

• Wide Frequency Range – 10 Hz to 10 kHz for monitoring a broad spectrum of vibration phenomena.

• Isolated Channels – Input and output circuits are fully isolated for safety and signal integrity.

• Alarm Configurability – High/low and windowed alarms for flexible machine protection schemes.

• Seamless System Integration – Direct integration with Bently Nevada 3500 Series systems for centralized monitoring.

• Robust Industrial Design – Built to operate reliably in electrically noisy and harsh environments.

• Diagnostic Capability – Self-monitoring and status feedback ensures continuous operation integrity.

FAQ

1. What type of machinery is the 3500/70 module designed for?

   It is designed for reciprocating machinery such as compressors and pumps.

2. What type of sensors are compatible?

   ICP or piezoelectric accelerometers are compatible.

3. How many channels does this module support?

   Each module provides one channel; multiple modules can be used for more channels.

4. What is the typical response time?

   Response time is less than 50 ms.

5. What frequency range does the module measure?

   10 Hz to 10 kHz.

6. Is the input signal isolated?

   Yes, input and output circuits are fully isolated.

7. Can this module trigger alarms?

   Yes, it supports high/low trips and windowed alarms.

8. What is the measurement accuracy?

   ±1% of full-scale reading.

9. How does it integrate with the 3500 Series system?

   Via the 3500 Series backplane interface.

10. Can it be used in harsh industrial environments?

    Yes, it is designed for electrically noisy, vibration-prone industrial environments.