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Manufacturer: Bently Nevada
Product No.: 3500/54-03-00
Country of origin:United States
Product Type: Overspeed Detection Modules
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 320g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Designed to deliver highly reliable, microsecond-level speed monitoring and emergency shutdown capabilities, the Bently Nevada 3500/54-03-00 functions as a critical protective component within the 3500 Series Machinery Protection System. This module accepts inputs from proximity probes or magnetic pickups to continuously evaluate shaft rotational speed, comparing real-time telemetry against preconfigured alert and danger limits. By providing rapid relay actuation during detected overspeed conditions, it helps prevent catastrophic mechanical failures in high-speed turbines, compressors, and expanders.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model Number | 3500/54-03-00 |
| Module Type | Electronic Overspeed Detection Module |
| Input Signal Range | -10 Vdc to +10 Vdc |
| Sensor Power Supply | -24 Vdc |
| Power Consumption | 7.7 Watts (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | -30 degC to +65 degC (-22 degF to +149 degF) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 degC to +85 degC (-40 degF to +185 degF) |
| Humidity Range | Up to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 3.0 kg (approx. 6.6 lbs) |
The 3500/54-03-00 is engineered exclusively for Bently Nevada 3500 rack architectures. When upgrading or replacing older speed monitoring modules, ensure that the 3500 rack's Transient Data Interface (TDI) firmware matches the requirements of the 3500/54 configuration software to prevent internal communication fault codes.
Because this module is designated for emergency overspeed protection, it operates independently of standard display/monitoring modules. Avoid mounting the 3500/54 adjacent to high-heat-producing modules inside enclosed cabinets without verifying proper convective air cooling. Elevated temperatures inside the rack can degrade response consistency and lead to spurious system alerts.
When wiring passive magnetic pickups (MPUs), pay close attention to cable shield terminations. Connect the cable shield only to the instrument ground pin on the 3500 backplane, leaving the sensor-end floating. This practice prevents ground loops that can introduce high-frequency electrical noise, which the module might misinterpret as an actual shaft overspeed condition.
CRITICAL SAFETY WARNING
This module is an emergency protective device. Ensure the machinery is fully shut down and all electrical energy sources to the 3500 rack are de-energized and locked out prior to module insertion or removal. Failure to follow proper safety procedures can result in uncommanded relay trips or unexpected machinery startup.
Ensure that the 3500 rack keylock switch is placed in the "Program" mode before attempting configuration changes.
Insert the 3500/54 module into its designated slot in the rack chassis, ensuring complete seat alignment with the backplane connectors.
Tighten the chassis thumb screws to secure the module mechanically, and terminate sensor field cables at the corresponding I/O module terminal block.
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United States
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