Bently Nevada 3500/94 120M8155-01 Touch Screen Display

The Bently Nevada 3500/94 120M8155-01 is an industrial-grade touch screen display module designed for use within the 3500 Machinery Protection System. It provides operators, maintenance personnel, and engineers with a clear, real-time visual interface for system status, alarm conditions, and trend data.

The 3500/94 120M8155-01 is engineered to withstand demanding plant environments, ensuring reliability in continuous operation. With its user-friendly design, intuitive navigation, and high-visibility display, it serves as a critical interface for monitoring and controlling rotating machinery protection systems.

This module integrates seamlessly into the 3500 rack architecture, receiving data from the system’s processors and transducers and presenting it in an accessible, human-readable format. It also supports alarm acknowledgment and configuration review, making it a valuable tool for both operational and diagnostic tasks.

Technical Specifications

Applications

The Bently Nevada 3500/94 120M8155-01 is widely used in industrial environments where machinery protection and condition monitoring are critical. Common applications include:

• Power Generation Plants – Monitoring turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment.

• Petrochemical & Refining – Supervising pumps, compressors, and process-critical rotating assets.

• Oil & Gas Offshore/Onshore – Protecting drilling and production machinery.

• Steel & Metallurgy – Tracking high-speed rolling mill equipment performance.

• Pulp & Paper Industry – Monitoring critical drive systems and rotating machines.

• Water Treatment & Desalination – Supervising pumps and blowers in critical fluid movement operations.

Advantages

• High Reliability – Built for continuous operation in demanding environments with minimal downtime.

• Clear Visual Feedback – High-resolution touch display allows for easy reading of data and alarms.

• Seamless Integration – Designed specifically for the 3500 Machinery Protection System.

• User-Friendly Operation – Intuitive interface reduces training time and operator errors.

• Rugged Industrial Design – Resistant to dust, vibration, and moisture, ensuring long service life.

• Enhanced Diagnostics – Real-time trend data and alarm status improve maintenance decision-making.

FAQ

Q1: What is the primary function of the 3500/94 120M8155-01?

A1: It serves as a touch screen operator interface for the Bently Nevada 3500 system, displaying machine protection data, alarms, and trends.

Q2: Can it be installed in any 3500 rack?

A2: Yes, it is fully compatible with standard 3500 racks and integrates directly into the system.

Q3: Does it support remote monitoring?

A3: The module itself is local, but data from the 3500 rack can be transmitted to remote systems via supported communication interfaces.

Q4: Is the touch screen glove-friendly?

A4: Yes, it is designed for industrial environments and can be operated while wearing standard work gloves.

Q5: What power supply does it require?

A5: The unit operates on a nominal 24 VDC supply with approximately 20 W power consumption.

Q6: How is it mounted?

A6: It is typically panel-mounted within a control cabinet for operator access.

Q7: Can it store historical data?

A7: It displays historical trends from the 3500 system, but long-term storage is managed by the main system or connected historian software.

Q8: Is the screen viewable in bright sunlight?

A8: Yes, it has a high-brightness industrial-grade LCD designed for high-visibility conditions.

Q9: Does it require regular calibration?

A9: Touch calibration may be needed occasionally, but the unit is stable for long periods without adjustment.

Q10: What is its expected lifespan?

A10: With proper operation and environmental conditions, the display can function reliably for over 5 years.