The Bently Nevada 3500 series is a well-known line of condition monitoring and diagnostic systems used in industrial applications, particularly in rotating machinery. The specific module you mentioned, the 3500/15, often refers to the Vibration Module.

Product Name:

BENTLY+3500/15 106M1079-01 125840-01 Vibration Monitor Module

Product Description:

The Bently 3500/15 is a vibration monitoring module that is part of the 3500 series of machinery protection systems. Designed to monitor the vibration of rotating equipment, the 3500/15 provides real-time data that is essential for condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, and ensuring the operational integrity of machinery.

Product Parameters and Specifications:

• Input Type: Typically accepts 4-20 mA input from proximity probes or accelerometers
• Measurement Capabilities:
  • Overall vibration (RMS, peak, etc.)
  • Frequency analysis (envelope and overall)
  • High-frequency vibration and displacement
• Outputs: May include digital communications for integration with a DCS (Distributed Control System) or SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system
• Power Supply: 24 VDC (may vary depending on specific configurations)
• Operating Temperature: Typically -40 to +70 degrees Celsius but confirm specific limits from the product manual
• Weight: Approx. 0.5 – 1 kg (varies by specific module and configuration)
• Protection Class: Usually IP20 or better, depending on the installation environment

Product Use:

The Bently 3500/15 Vibration Module is used for:

• Monitoring the health and performance of rotating machinery such as turbines, pumps, compressors, and generators.
• Providing early warning of potential failures through vibration analysis.
• Supporting predictive maintenance programs by indicating wear or imbalance before catastrophic failures occur.
• Integrating with other Bently Nevada modules for comprehensive machinery monitoring and protection systems.