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Technical Specifications
- Model: 20035
- Type: Accelerometer Sensor (often used in Bently Nevada’s monitoring systems)
- Function: Measures acceleration or vibration in rotating machinery to monitor its condition and prevent failures.
- Measurement Specifications:
- Measurement Range: Designed to measure acceleration with a range typically up to ±50g (g-force), though specific ranges can vary based on the model and application.
- Frequency Range: Typically covers a broad frequency range suitable for various machinery conditions, often from 0.5 Hz to 10 kHz.
- Electrical Characteristics:
- Output Type: Provides an analog voltage output proportional to the measured acceleration, commonly ±10V.
- Power Supply: Requires a DC power supply, usually 12-24V DC.
- Environmental Conditions:
- Temperature Range: Operates effectively within an industrial temperature range, usually from -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F).
- Relative Humidity: Suitable for environments with relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).
Features
- High Sensitivity: Offers high sensitivity to detect minor changes in acceleration or vibration, crucial for accurate machinery diagnostics.
- Robust Construction: Designed to withstand harsh industrial environments, including high temperatures, mechanical stresses, and vibrations.
- Broad Frequency Response: Capable of measuring a wide range of frequencies, making it versatile for various applications and machinery types.
- Durable Design: Features a rugged construction that ensures reliable operation even in demanding conditions.
- Easy Integration: Designed to integrate seamlessly with Bently Nevada’s machinery protection systems, facilitating straightforward installation and use.
Application Scenarios
- Machinery Protection: Used in machinery protection systems to monitor acceleration and vibrations in rotating equipment such as turbines, compressors, and pumps, helping to prevent damage and ensure safe operation.
- Condition Monitoring: Essential for continuous condition monitoring of machinery, providing real-time data on acceleration and vibration to detect potential issues before they lead to failures.
- Industrial Automation: Applied in industrial automation systems where precise measurement of vibration and acceleration is necessary for maintaining system performance and reliability.
- Process Control: Useful in process control environments to ensure the stable operation of machinery by providing accurate measurements of acceleration and vibration.
Installation and Configuration
- Mounting:
- Form Factor: Typically mounted directly on or near the machinery component being monitored. Proper alignment and secure mounting are critical for accurate measurements.
- Installation: Installation involves attaching the sensor to the machinery and connecting it to the monitoring system. Detailed installation procedures are provided in the product manual.
- Wiring:
- Connections: Connects to the monitoring system using standard industrial wiring practices. Wiring diagrams and installation instructions are included in the product documentation.
- Configuration:
- Calibration: Requires calibration to ensure accurate measurements of acceleration and vibration. Calibration procedures are detailed in the product manual.
- Integration: Integrates with Bently Nevada’s monitoring systems for optimal performance and data acquisition. Configuration instructions are included in the product documentation.