{"product_id":"bently-nevada-3500-33-01-00-3500-series-16-channel-relay-module","title":"Bently Nevada 3500\/33-01-00 3500 Series 16-Channel Relay Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDesigned for high-density alarm and shutdown output signaling, the \u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 3500\/33-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated relay module serves as a critical node in machinery protection architectures. This module provides \u003cstrong\u003e16 discrete relay outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e that can be programmed using highly configurable voting logic to actuate external annunciators, sirens, or emergency shutdown systems based on alarm statuses from other modules in the 3500 rack. By processing inputs directly over the high-speed internal backplane, it ensures rapid response times crucial for rotating machinery asset protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 Independent Relay Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports individual configuration of each channel to act as normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) contacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable Voting Logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates with the 3500 Rack Configuration Software to allow complex AND\/OR logic mapping from any monitor channel in the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Status Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active LED feedback on the front panel for each relay channel, facilitating real-time diagnostic checks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Relay Board Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes reliable single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) relays for robust contact integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot-Swappable Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows module replacement in fully energized systems without disrupting the operations of adjacent monitor channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurbine Trip Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic initiation of emergency shutdown sequences for steam and gas turbines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor and Pump Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interlocking relay commands with auxiliary cooling pumps or bypass valves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Plant Annunciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct routing of critical alarm signals to control room distributed control systems (DCS) and horn circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Interfacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Segmenting safe-area machinery alarms from high-energy plant shutdown networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Option \/ Suffix\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConfiguration Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3500\/33\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e16-Channel Relay Module (Base Unit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e16-Channel Relay Output Module (Standard I\/O)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAgency Approval Option: None\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications Table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue \/ Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBently Nevada (Baker Hughes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3500\/33-01-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelay Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e16 independent SPDT outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003enominal 5.8 Watts typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eContact Ratings (Max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e250 VAC \/ 2 A resistive; 30 VDC \/ 2 A resistive\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSwitching Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eUp to 500 VA \/ 60 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAgency Approvals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eOption 00 (None specified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-30 to +65 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Net Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e24.20 cm x 2.44 cm x 24.10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModule Net Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.70 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2.00 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eUnited States of America (USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe 3500\/33 module is designed to fit standard Bently Nevada 3500 full-size frames. Unlike the 3500\/32 4-channel relay module which requires a specific dual-slot assignment in some older rack revisions, the 3500\/33 16-channel module optimizes space by delivering dense control capacity in a single card slot. Always verify that your 3500 Rack Configuration Software is updated to version 3.0 or higher to support the 16-channel voting maps natively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eA common issue encountered during commissioning involves using the internal relays to directly switch inductive heavy loads such as solenoids or large contactors. While rated for 2 A resistive switching, switching inductive loads without external suppression (e.g., flyback diodes or RC snubbers) can lead to premature contact welding or excessive EMI noise, which can disrupt adjacent measurement modules in the 3500 rack. We recommend interposing external relays for high-current or highly inductive loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-top: 1rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen configuring the voting logic, make sure that the \"normally energized\" or \"normally de-energized\" state of each relay matches your fail-safe requirements. Relay contacts default to their de-energized state upon a total loss of power to the 3500 rack. Secure the field terminal block utilizing the integrated retention screws to avoid contact resistance issues under vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE RISK\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eBefore executing module installation or wiring terminal block connections, ensure all external power circuits connected to the relay terminal block are completely isolated and locked out. Relay contacts may be connected to high-voltage grid systems or machine trip lines that can present electrocution hazards even if the 3500 monitor rack itself is powered down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eIdentify an open slot in the 3500 monitor rack (excluding slot 1, reserved strictly for the Rack Interface Module, and the power supply slots).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSlide the main 16-channel relay processor module into the front of the rack along the card guides until the connector is firmly seated in the backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eInstall the matching 16-channel relay standard I\/O module into the corresponding slot at the rear of the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 28px; height: 28px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecure the front and rear module retaining screws to establish solid chassis grounding, then re-energize the rack and upload your configuration parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52668308029803,"sku":"3500\/33-01-00","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/350033-01-00-0djxzltr0qi_33dd5f07-93a2-43c1-aa15-1c45d6fc0e37.jpg?v=1765520739","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/bently-nevada-3500-33-01-00-3500-series-16-channel-relay-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}