Overview
Designed for the 3500 Machinery Protection System, it measures impulse velocity signals associated with piston and crosshead dynamics.
Moreover, the monitor focuses on low-speed, high-impact events, therefore enabling earlier detection of mechanical degradation patterns.
Specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes) |
| Model / Part Number | 176449-09 |
| Module Type | 3500/70M Recip Impulse Velocity Monitor |
| System Platform | Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System |
| Input Channels | 4 channels, configurable |
| Measurement Type | Reciprocating impulse velocity |
| Supported Sensors | Impulse velocity and compatible dynamic sensors |
| Signal Processing | Real-time impulse and dynamic velocity analysis |
| Alarm Functions | Alert and danger setpoints per channel |
| Protection Role | Machinery protection and condition monitoring |
| Rack Compatibility | Standard 3500 system rack |
| Power Supply | Supplied from 3500 rack backplane |
| Diagnostics | Continuous module and channel health monitoring |
| Operating Temperature | –30 °C to +65 °C |
| Environmental Design | Suitable for continuous industrial operation |
| Compliance | Designed to meet applicable machinery protection standards |
FAQ
A1: It measures impulse velocity signals associated with mechanical impacts in reciprocating machinery.
Q2: Which machines benefit most from this monitor?
A2: Reciprocating compressors, engines, and similar low-speed impact-driven machines benefit most.
Q3: How many channels does the 176449-09 module provide?
A3: The module provides four configurable monitoring channels.
Q4: Can this module integrate with existing 3500 systems?
A4: Yes, it installs directly into standard Bently Nevada 3500 system racks.
Q5: Why use impulse velocity monitoring instead of standard vibration?
A5: Impulse velocity captures impact-related faults earlier than traditional vibration methods in reciprocating machines.
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