Part number 128132-01

Revision C, February 2001

Vibration Transducer
Interface

Manual
Vibration Transducer Interface Manual

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 Additional Information
Notice:
This manual does not contain all the information required to operate and maintain
the Vibration Transducer Interface. Refer to the following manuals for other
required information.

3500 Monitoring System Rack Installation and Maintenance Manual (129766-01)

• general description of a standard system
• general description of a Triple Modular redundant (TMR) system
• instructions for installing the removing the module from a 3500 rack
• drawings for all cables used in the 3500 Monitoring System

3500 Monitoring System Rack Configuration and Utilities Guide (129777-01)

• guidelines for using the 3500 Rack Configuration software for setting the operating
parameters of the module
• guidelines for using the 3500 test utilities to verify that the input and output terminals on
the module are operating properly

3500 Monitoring system Computer Hardware and Software Manual (128158-01)

• instructions for connecting the rack to 3500 host computer
• procedures for verifying communication
• procedures for installing software
• guidelines for using Data Acquisition / DDE Server and Operator Display Software
• procedures and diagrams for setting up network and remote communications

3500 Field Wiring Diagram Package (130432-01)

• diagrams that show how to hook up a particular transducer
• lists of recommended wiring

3300 Operations and Maintenance Manuals

• general description of a standard system
• instructions for installing and removing the module from a 3300 rack
• guidelines for setting the operating parameters of the module
• guidelines for verifying that the input and output terminals on the module are operating
properly

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2201 Operations and Maintenance Manuals

• general description of a standard system
• instructions for installing and removing the module from a 2201 rack
• guidelines for setting the operating parameters of the module
• guidelines for verifying that the input and output terminals on the module are operating
properly

1800/10 Installation and Maintenance Manuals

• general description of the power supply
• instructions for installing the power supply
• guidelines for verifying that the power supply is operating properly

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Contents
1. Receiving & Handling Instruction ..............................................6
1.1 Receiving Inspecting......................................................................................... 6
1.2 Handling and Storage Considerations............................................................... 6
1.3 Disposal Statement........................................................................................... 6

2. General Information ....................................................................7

2.1 The Parts of the Interface System..................................................................... 9

3. Installing the Hardware............................................................. 11

3.1 Before You Begin............................................................................................ 11
3.1.1 Verifying that the Installation will Meet Approval Requirements........ 11
3.1.2 Checking the Accuracy of the Output Signal .................................... 11
3.2 Installing Backplane Hardware........................................................................ 13
3.2.1 Installing the Vibration Transducer Interface Modules...................... 13
3.2.2 Installing the Hazardous-area Screw Clamp Connector ................... 14
3.2.3 Connecting the Power Supplies ....................................................... 14
3.2.4 Installing the Tagging Strip............................................................... 15
3.2.5 Installing the Earth Rail .................................................................... 17
3.3 Installing the Backplane .................................................................................. 18
Installing the Backplane onto a Surface....................................................... 18
3.3.2 Installing the Backplane onto a DIN-rail ........................................... 19
3.3.3 Installing the Backplane into an Enclosure....................................... 20
3.4 Installing the 1800/10 Power Supply ............................................................... 21
3.4.1 Installing the 1800/10 Power Supply onto a Surface or into an
Enclosure......................................................................................... 21
3.5 Installing the Enclosures to a Surface ............................................................. 22

4. Wiring the Hardware ................................................................. 23

4.1 Location of Terminals on the Vibration Transducer Interface Module .............. 23
4.2 Location of Terminals on the Backplane ......................................................... 24
4.3 Connecting Single or Redundant Power Supplies in a Ring Main System....... 25
4.4 Precautions about Connecting the Screw Clamp Connectors ......................... 27

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting .......................................... 28

5.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 28
5.2 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 29
5.2.1 Bench Testing Isolators.................................................................... 30
5.2.2 Replacing Faulty Isolators................................................................ 30

6. Ordering Information ................................................................ 31

7. Specifications............................................................................ 33

8. Field Wiring Diagrams .............................................................. 39

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1. Receiving & Handling Instruction

1.1 Receiving Inspecting

The Bently Nevada Vibration Transducer Interface is shipped with
Vibration Transducer Interface modules installed on the backplane and in
the enclosure or as separate units depending on ordering information.
Carefully remove all equipment from the shipping containers and inspect
the equipment for shipping damage. If damage is apparent, file a claim
with the carrier and submit a copy to Bently Nevada Corporation. Include
part numbers and serial numbers on all correspondence. If no damage is
apparent and the equipment is not going to be used immediately, return
the equipment to the shipping containers and reseal until ready for use.

1.2 Handling and Storage Considerations

Store the Vibration Transducer Interface and any other Bently Nevada
equipment in an environment free from potentially damaging conditions
such as high temperature, excessive humidity, or a corrosive atmosphere.
Circuit boards contain devices that are susceptible to damage when
exposed to electrostatic discharge. Damage caused by obvious
mishandling of the board will void the warranty. To avoid damage,
observe the following precautions in the order given.
G Do not discharge static electricity onto the circuit board. Avoid tools or
procedures that would subject the circuit board to static damage.
Some possible causes include ungrounded soldering irons,
nonconductive plastics and similar materials.
G Personnel must be grounded with a suitable grounding strap (such as
3M Velostat No. 2060) before handling or maintaining a printed circuit
board.
G Transport and store circuit boards in electrically conductive bags or
foil.
Use extra caution during dry weather. Relative humidity less than 30%
tends to multiply the accumulation of static charges on a surface.

1.3 Disposal Statement

Customers and third parties that are in control of product at the end of its
life or at the end of its use are solely responsible for proper disposal of
product. No person, firm, corporation, association or agency that is in
control of product shall dispose of it in a manner that is in violation of
United States state laws, United States federal laws, or any applicable
international law. Bently Nevada Corporation is not responsible for
disposal of product at the end of its life or at the end of its use.

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2. General Information
This section describes the Bently Nevada Vibration Transducer Interface
system and lists the Bently Nevada monitors and transducer systems with
which it is designed to be used.
A Vibration Transducer Interface works in an intrinsically safe system as a
galvanic isolator. This isolator acts as an interface between a transducer
installed in a hazardous environment and a Bently Nevada monitoring
system installed in a safe environment.
Although a galvanic isolator and a zener barrier are both intrinsically safe
interfaces that provide the same level of protection, they work differently.
A zener barrier works by shunting excess current and voltage to ground.
A galvanic isolator provides intrinsic safety by isolating power, ground,
and signal in the hazardous area from the safe area. This isolation
removes the need to provide an earth ground in the hazardous
environment. With the exception of the Aeroderivative Interface Module,
all transducers can "float" in the hazardous environment.
A drawback to using galvanic isolation instead of zener barriers is that
galvanic isolation introduces a small amount of noise and signal
inaccuracy to the transducer output as listed in the data sheet at the end
of this manual. This error can cause some concern in certain applications
as described in the section Checking the Accuracy of the Output Signal,
page 11.
The Bently Nevada Vibration Transducer Interface can receive inputs
from the following approved Bently Nevada transducers:

• 3300 XL Proximitor Transducer

• 3300 5 mm/8 mm Proximitor Transducer
• 7200 5 mm/8 mm Proximitor Transducer
• 330400 Accelerometer
• Accelerometer Interface Module (part number 23733-03)
• Aeroderivative Interface Module (part number 86517)
• 3300 REBAM MicroPROX Transducer
• 7200 REBAM MicroPROX Transducer

The Vibration Transducer Interface system can be used in thrust, DC,

Keyphasor and vibration systems. The following monitors have been
tested with the Vibration Transducer Interface system:

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3500 Monitoring System

• 3500/25 Keyphasor Monitor
• 3500/40 Proximitor Monitor
• 3500/42 Proximitor/Seismic Monitor
• 3500/44 Aeroderivative Monitor
• 3500/45 Dual Differential Expansion Monitor
• 3500/50 Tachometer Monitor
• 3500/53 Overspeed Protection System

3300 Monitoring System

• 3300/03 System Monitor
• 3300/16 Dual Vibration Monitor
• 3300/20 Dual Thrust Monitor
• 3300/25 Dual Acceleration Monitor
• 3300/26 Dual RMS Acceleration Monitor
• 3300/50 Tachometer
• 3300/52 Reverse Rotation Monitor
• 3300/53 Overspeed Protection System
• 3300/54 Dual REBAM Monitor
• 3300/61 Dual Vector Monitor
• 3300/81 Six Channel Rod Drop Monitor
• 3300/95 Aeroderivative Monitor

2201 Monitoring System

• 2201/02 System Monitor
• 2201/03 Four Channel Monitor
• 2201/06 Low Speed Machine Monitor

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2.1 The Parts of the Interface System

Part Part Name Function of the part
Vibration A galvanic isolator that isolates
Transducer safe-area circuitry from
Interface Module hazardous-area circuitry.

Hazardous Area A screw clamp connector for

Connector attaching transducer wiring to the
hazardous area terminals at the
top of the Vibration Transducer
Interface module.

Backplane A circuit board that distributes

power to the Vibration
Transducer Interface modules
and sends transducer output
signals to the Monitoring System.
The backplane is a safe-area
component.

Tagging Strip An accessory that comes with

the backplane for labeling the
isolator modules that are
mounted on the backplane.

Earth Rail An accessory that comes with

the backplane and provides a
convenient earth termination
point.

Enclosure An optional housing for mounting

the backplane in an IP65 rated
enclosure.

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Also included with the standard interface system package is a mounting

kit. The mounting kit contains the following parts:

Item Qty Where Used

Pan head self tapping screw 4 DIN-rail mount
Spacer 4 DIN-rail mount
DIN-rail mounting foot 4 DIN-rail mount
Plain washer, M4 4 Surface/DIN-rail mount
Locking washer, M4 4 Surface/DIN-rail mount
Retaining washer 4 Surface/DIN-rail mount
M4x20 screw 4 Surface mount
M4x10 spacer 4 Surface mount
Retaining washer, M4 4 Surface mount

A power supply (P/N 128111) is available as optional accessories.

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3. Installing the Hardware

This section shows how to install the parts of the Vibration Transducer Interface
onto the backplane and then how to mount the backplane on a surface or in an
enclosure. The next section, ‘Wiring the Hardware’, shows how to connect the
installed interface to vibration transducers, monitors, and power supplies.

3.1 Before You Begin

Before you install the Vibration Transducer Interface, use the following two
checklists to verify that the installation will meet approval requirements and to
check the accuracy of the output signal.

3.1.1 Verifying that the Installation will Meet Approval

Requirements
• Make sure all installation work is carried out in accordance with all relevant
local standards, codes of practice and site regulations.
• Check that the hazardous-area equipment complies with the descriptive
system document.
• If you cannot verify that the system meets approval requirements, refer to the
certificate for clarification of any aspects of intrinsic safety or contact Bently
Nevada or your local Bently Nevada representative for assistance.
• Refer to the General Information section for appropriate applications.

3.1.2 Checking the Accuracy of the Output Signal

Before installing a Vibration Transducer Interface system, use the information in
Section [Link] and the Specifications, Section 7, to evaluate how the Vibration
Transducer Interface module will affect your instruments.

Note:
The Vibration Transducer Interface can introduce additional ac
and dc errors.

[Link] Affects on Monitors

The Vibration Transducer Interface system could affect the following types of
monitors. We recommend that you verify the vibration levels in the field after you
install the monitoring system.

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3500 Monitoring System
G 3500/25 Keyphasor Monitor
G 3500/40 Proximitor Monitor
G 3500/42 Proximitor/Seismic Monitor
G 3500/44 Aeroderivative Monitor
G 3500/45 Dual Differential Expansion Monitor
G 3500/50 Tachometer Monitor
G 3500/53 Overspeed Protection System

3300 Monitoring System

G 3300/03 System Monitor
G 3300/16 Dual Vibration Monitor
G 3300/20 Dual Thrust Monitor
G 3300/25 Dual Acceleration Monitor
G 3300/26 Dual RMS Acceleration Monitor
G 3300/50 Tachometer
G 3300/52 Reverse Rotation Monitor
G 3300/53 Overspeed Protection System
G 3300/54 Dual REBAM Monitor
G 3300/61 Dual Vector Monitor
G 3300/81 Six Channel Rod Drop Monitor
G 3300/95 Aeroderivative Monitor

2201 Monitoring System

G 2201/02 System Monitor
G 2201/03 Four Channel Monitor
G 2201/06 Low Speed Machine Monitor

[Link] Affects on Diagnostic Systems

Be aware of the additional phase, gap, and vibration errors that will be present
(refer to the Specification at the end of this manual). The following
measurements are affected by the additional voltage errors:
• Shaft centerline plots are affected by the dc offset.
• Gap measurements are affected by the dc offset.
• The additional phase error could affect orbit plots. The amount of error
depends on the frequency of the vibration.
• The additional ac error will affect vibration measurements.

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3.2 Installing Backplane Hardware

These procedures show how to attach Vibration Transducer Interface modules,
connectors and the earth rail to the backplane. Before you begin, take note of
the following precaution about installing components in hazardous areas:

WARNING
Do NOT install a backplane or
other safe area components in a
hazardous environment. An
explosion may occur if safe
area components are installed
in a hazardous environment.

Install the Vibration Transducer Interface in a safe environment unless the

modules are protected by a locally acceptable explosion proof technique.

3.2.1 Installing the Vibration Transducer Interface Modules

Install Vibration Transducer Interface modules on the backplane. To install a
Vibration Transducer Interface module:
1. Attach a position label (NOT
supplied) where shown if
necessary. The label identifies
the location of the module on the
backplane.
2. Position the Vibration Transducer
Interface module onto the
appropriate safe-area/power
supply connector on the
backplane as shown and insert it
onto the connector. This connects
the module to the appropriate
safe-area connector (pins 7 and 8)
and to the power supply.
3. Tighten the two mounting screws
where shown.

1) Position Label
2) Mounting Screw
3) Safe Area/Power Supply Base
Connector
4) Backplane

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3.2.2 Installing the Hazardous-area Screw Clamp Connector

1. Trim the insulation of the wire back 12 mm. The wire should be between 16
and 22 AWG.
2. Insert the wires according to the socket assignment (see the Field Wiring
Diagram). Tighten the screws of the connector as shown.
3. Attach a tag label where shown if necessary.
4. Position the hazardous area connector over the appropriate Vibration
Transducer Interface module and insert as shown.

3.2.3 Connecting the Power Supplies

Power is supplied to the backplane through two power supply connectors. To
install the power supply connectors:
1. Connect each of the two power
supply connectors to the
independent supply sources as
illustrated and according to the
field wiring diagram. Be aware
that the maximum wire gauge is
12 AWG (2.5 mm2). Both
connectors are functionally
equivalent so either connector
can be the primary power
supply connector.

1) Primary Power Supply

2) Secondary power Supply
3) Fuse
4) Power Supply Status LED’s

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To install the power supply status connectors:
1. Wire the power status
connector as shown. Be
aware that the maximum
wire gauge is 12 AWG
(2.5 mm2).
2. Plug the power supply
status connectors into the
backplane base
connectors as shown.

VS1 = PWR1 Power status

VS2 = PWR2 Power status
VS3 = Selected Power status

To check the power supply status:

G Verify that at least one power supply LED is lit. One LED will be lit for each
power supply that is installed.
G Measure the power supply voltage through the power status connector. The
power status connector is isolated from the supplies by a 10 kΩ resistor.

3.2.4 Installing the Tagging Strip

To attach the tagging strip over the backplane safe-area connectors:

1. Locate the tagging

posts over the "B"
holes of the
backplane.

1) Tagging Posts
2) “B Holes”

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2. Mount the tagging posts
to the backplane with four
M3x12 screws and four
washers.

1) Tagging Post
2) M3x12 screws and washers
3) Backplane
4) “B” Holes

3. Clip the tagging strip onto the

tagging posts and secure with the
retaining tie. Notice that the
tagging strip swivels so that
access to the safe area
connectors is easily obtained.

1) Tagging Strip
2) Strip with fixing plastic rivets

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3.2.5 Installing the Earth Rail

An earth rail provides a termination point for shield and spare wires. It also
provides a grounding location for transducers if local wiring codes require an
earth ground. Reference local wiring codes for any wiring restrictions.
The Vibration Transducer Interface system does not require a high integrity earth
and the transducers can be left floating or be earthed at any one point. Refer to
the Field Wiring Diagrams. Do not wire transducer common to earth. A "floating"
system is recommended, except for the Aeroderivative Interface Module (part
number 86517), which requires a grounded system for noise immunity.
To attach the earth rail:
1. Locate the earth rail over
the "C" holes of the
backplane.

1) “C” Holes
2) Earth Rail Post Positions

2. Mount the earth rails to the backplane with four M3x12 screws and washers.

1) M3x12 Screw and

Washer
2) Earth Rail Post

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3. Attach and secure the earth rail to the posts with the two M3x12 screws.

1) Earth Terminal
2) Plastic Rivet
3) Earth Rail
4) Earth Rail Post
5) M3 x 12mm Screw and
Washer (2 places per post)
6) Backplane
7) “C” Holes

3.3 Installing the Backplane

Install a backplane to one of the following:
• A flat surface
• A "G" or "T" type DIN-rail
• A Bently Nevada enclosure
If you order an enclosure with the interface system, the system will be shipped
with the backplane installed within the enclosure. This installation will use some
mounting kit hardware, specifically, those parts pertaining to a surface
installation.

3.3.1 Installing the Backplane onto a Surface

1. Drill and tap holes into the surface that
the backplane will mount at the locations
marked "A". See Specifications for
backplane dimensions.

1) Mounting Hole “A”

2) M4 x 12mm Screw
3) Locking Washer
4) Plain Washer
5) Backplane
6) M4 x 10mm Spacer
7) M4 Interference Washer
8) Tapped Mounting
Surface

2. Mount the backplane using the spacers and screws as shown.

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3.3.2 Installing the Backplane onto a DIN-rail

The mounting hardware kit will have a combination "G" and "T" DIN-rail mount.
For simplicity, only a “T”-section illustration is shown. Both "G" and "T" DIN rail
mounts follow the same procedure.

To attach the backplane to a "G" or "T" DIN-rail:

1. Attach the DIN-rail mounting feet onto two lengths of "G" or “T” DIN rail.

1) Mounting Hole “A”

2) DIN Rail Mounting
Foot
3) M4 x 20mm Screw
4) Locking Washer
5) Plain Washer
6) Backplane
7) M4 x 10mm Spacer
8) M4 Interference Fit
Washer

2. Position the screws and washers through the backplane mounting holes
marked "A" as shown.

3. Attach the backplane to the mounting feet with the fixing screws as shown.

Dimensions: Millimeter (inch)

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3.3.3 Installing the Backplane into an Enclosure

The Bently Nevada enclosure includes a mounting plate with tapped holes that
correspond to the "A" holes of the backplane. Position and install the backplane
as shown using the surface mount portion of the mounting kit.

Dimensions: Inch (Millimeter)

1) “A” Holes

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3.4 Installing the 1800/10 Power Supply

Provide power to an eight-position backplane with eight Vibration Transducer
Interface modules either through plant 24 Vdc or the Bently Nevada 1800/10
Power Supply. For redundancy purposes, connect two power sources to the
backplane.

3.4.1 Installing the 1800/10 Power Supply onto a Surface or into

an Enclosure
To install the Bently Nevada 1800/10 power supply:

1. Drill and tap four M4x12 holes to the following dimensions:

Dimensions: Inch (Millimeter)

2. Install the shake-proof washers and secure with the M4x12 screws as
shown.
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1) Power Supply
2) M4x12 Screw (4 Places)
3) Shake Proof Washer (4 Places)
4) M4 Hole x4
5) Mounting Surface

3.5 Installing the Enclosures to a Surface

Install the enclosure to a surface use the following procedure:
1. Attach wall-mounting lugs
to the underside of the
enclosure as shown.

1) Mounting Lug
2) Alternate Position

Dimensions: Inch (Millimeter)

2. Secure with a fixing screw. Slide the screw into the TOP of the enclosure
and screw it into the mounting lug. This requires a long screwdriver.
3. Mount the enclosure on a surface at the appropriate centers. Refer to the
Specifications at the end of this manual.

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4. Wiring the Hardware

The Field Wiring Diagrams at the end of this manual show how to connect
transducers, power supplies, and monitors to the interface modules. The
remainder of this section shows the location of the connecting terminals and
contains important precautions about safe and hazardous area connections that
you must consider before you use the drawings to connect components.

WARNING
NON-Intrinsically Safe and Intrinsically Safe wiring MUST be
separated by 50 mm minimum. Reference local wiring codes
before wiring the installation.

4.1 Location of Terminals on the Vibration

Transducer Interface Module

1) Transducer
2) Hazardous Area
3) Safe Area
4) Vibration Transducer Interface
5) Monitor

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Terminal Function
Number
2 Supply to Hazardous Area
5 Signal Input
6 Transducer Common
7 Monitor Common
8 Isolator Signal Output
13 Power Supply Common
14 Power Supply Positive (+Vs)

Notice that the module terminal connections are located at the following
positions:
• Terminals 1 through 6 are on the top of the Vibration Transducer Interface
module. These terminals connect to the screw clamp connector for the
hazardous-area connections.
• Terminals 7 through 14 are located on the bottom of the Vibration Transducer
Interface module and connect to the backplane. These pins are the safe area
connections.

4.2 Location of Terminals on the Backplane

1) Connections to Terminals 7 and 8 of the Vibration

Transducer Interface Module.
2) Connects to Terminals 13 and 14 of the Vibration
Transducer Interface Module.

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4.3 Connecting Single or Redundant Power

Supplies in a Ring Main System
Supply power to the Vibration Transducer Interface modules by connecting a 20
to 35 Vdc power supply to the backplane as shown. Connect two power supplies
to the backplane for dual redundancy.

1) Primary Power supply

2) Secondary Power Supply

To reduce wiring while powering the Vibration Transducer Interface system, we

recommend using a "ring-main" system. A "ring-main" system has the following
characteristics and limitations:
1. An individual backplane can be removed from power without effecting the
operation of the other backplanes.
2. Power MUST connect to the next backplane as shown in the figure on the
next page.
3. The power supply current in the "ring-main" system must NOT exceed 12
amps from a single power supply (Refer to the data sheet at the end of this
manual).
4. Wire sizes must accommodate load and voltage drop.

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1) Power Supply

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4.4 Precautions about Connecting the Screw

Clamp Connectors
Connection of a transducer to a Vibration Transducer Interface module is through
the hazardous area screw clamp connector.

1) Screw Clamp Connector

2) Position Label
3) Vibration Transducer Interface module
4) Mounting screws

WARNING
An explosion may occur if the screw clamp connector
touches an unprotected safe-area component.

If you install or remove the screw clamp connector while power is on, support the
connector so that it cannot touch the backplane or the safe-area circuits.
Contact between the screw clamp connector and the backplane may bypass the
essential segregation between safe-area and hazardous-area circuits.

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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5.1 Maintenance
We recommend that you use the following checklist to check the condition of the
Vibration Transducer Interface system installation at least once every two years.
Use this list more frequently if the installation is in a particularly harsh
environment.

þ Modules are labeled properly and in the correct position according to the
relevant documentation.
þ Modules and hazardous-area connectors are correctly and legibly tagged, the
connectors are plugged into the matching modules, and the tag details given
comply with the relevant documentation.
þ Modules and hazardous-area connectors are securely plugged into their
matching sockets.
þ All connections to the backplane and to the hazardous-area connectors are
properly made.
þ Inspect connecting cables to backplanes and to hazardous-area connectors
for the following:
• Specified type and rating
• Correctly routed and segregated (particularly in the Bently Nevada
enclosures). Non-Intrinsically Safe and Intrinsically Safe wiring MUST be
separated by 50 mm minimum. Reference local wiring codes.
• Not frayed or otherwise damaged.
þ Cable shields and transducers (when applicable) are properly earthed.
þ One backplane power LED is on for each installed power supply.
þ The power LEDs on all modules are on.

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5.2 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting, carry out the following steps as far as is necessary:

1. Check that at least one of the backplane power supply status LEDs are ON.
One LED will be on for each installed power supply.

2. If both power LEDs are OFF,

check the power supply fuse.
Change it if necessary. The
fuse should be a 1 amp,
medium time-lag fuse.

3. Check that the power LED’s

on top of all modules are ON.

4. Exchange potentially faulty

modules with working units by
using the installation
instructions in "Installing the
Hardware".
1) Primary Power Supply
2) Secondary Power Supply
3) Power Supply Fuse
4) Power Supply LED’s

To exchange potentially faulty Vibration Transducer Interface modules:

1. Unplug the hazardous area connector. Secure the connector so that it
cannot contact safe-area components.

WARNING
An explosion may occur if the screw clamp connector
touches an unprotected safe-area component.

2. Unplug the module from the backplane.

3. Plug the replacement unit into the backplane.
4. Replace the hazardous-area connector.

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5.2.1 Bench Testing Isolators

Test potentially faulty modules in workshop conditions using the installation
instructions in "Installing the Hardware". Test the suspected module using the
following procedure:

1. Connect a power supply to a

spare backplane.
2. Plug the suspect module into
any position on the backplane.
3. Wire the module as shown.

R1 = 1000 Ω
V1 = Digital Voltage Meter
Vin = Function Generator
Vo = Digital Voltage Meter

Vs + = +20 to +35 Vdc

Vs - = Common

4. Set the input to the module to

the following:
Vin = 0.707 Vrms @ 100 Hz
-6.0 Vdc offset
5. Verify that the output is as follows:
V1 ≤ -19.0 Vdc
Vo = 0.707 ≤ 0.035 Vrms @ 100 Hz
-5.9 to -6.1 Vdc

5.2.2 Replacing Faulty Isolators

If a module or backplane is faulty, contact your local Bently Nevada
representative for the proper replacement procedure. Do NOT attempt to repair
or modify the module or backplane because this may affect the intrinsic safety of
the module.

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6. Ordering Information
Vibration Transducer Interface

Part number 128112 - AA - BB - CC - DD - EE - FF - GG - HH - II

AA Housing Option
00 No Housing Required
01 With Housing

BB Position 1 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

CC Position 2 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

DD Position 3 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

EE Position 4 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

FF Position 5 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

GG Position 6 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

HH Position 7 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

II Position 8 Module
00 No Module Required
01 With Module

Spares
02245026 MTL 4031 Isolator

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1800/10 Power Supply (720mA version)

Part number 128111 - AA - BB - CC - DD

AA Housing Option
00 No Housing Required
01 With Housing

BB Input Voltage
01 95 to 135 Vac
02 210 to 255 Vac

CC Agency approvals
00 No Approvals

DD Number of Power Supplies

01 One
02 Two

Spares
01700005 Power Supply Fuse.

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7. Specifications
Vibration Transducer Interface

Electrical
The following specifications apply at 20 °C (68 °F) for one channel, unless
otherwise noted. The temperature coefficient is 50 ppm/°C (+10 °C to +65 °C)
and 100 ppm/°C (-20 °C to +10 °C).

Supply Voltage (Vs): +20 Vdc to +35 Vdc.

Power Requirements, (Vs): 88 mA at +20 Vdc,

80 mA at +24 Vdc,
63 mA at +35 Vdc.

Power Dissipation Within 1.7 W.

Unit:

Minimum Transducer Supply -22.2 Vdc at 12 mA,

Voltage (Terminals 2 & 6) -21.1 Vdc at 15 mA,
Versus Load Current: -18.7 Vdc at 22 mA.

Max Cross-Talk Noise 11.3mV peak-to-peak (4mv RMS).

Between Adjacent Isolators:

Signal Range (Terminals 5 -20 Vdc to -0.5 Vdc.

and 6, 7 and 8):

Signal Input Impedance 10 kΩ -1%, +2%.

(Terminals 5 and 6):

Signal Output Impedance < 20 Ω.

(Terminals 7 and 8):

DC Transfer Accuracy: < ± 100 mV.

AC Transfer Accuracy: ± 1% from 0 to 1 kHz,

-5% to +1% from 1 kHz to 10 kHz,
-10% to +1% from 10 kHz to 20 kHz.

Voltage Bandwidth: -3 dB at 43 kHz (typical).

Phase Delay: Less than 14 µ sec, equivalent to:

-1 degree at 200 Hz,
-3 degrees at 600 Hz,
-5 degrees at 1 kHz,
-50 degrees at 10 kHz,
-100 degrees at 20 kHz.

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Line Fault Detection: If signal input line breaks (opens), signal

output drops to approximately 0V.

LED Indicators: One green LED on top of module indicating

power to module and two green LED’s on
backplane indicating power sources are
available.

Isolation: 250 Vac between input, power and output

circuits.

Safety Description
Terminals 2 to 4: 26.6 V, 94 mA, 0.66 W.

Terminals 5 to 6: non-energy-storing apparatus;

≤ 1.2 V, ≤ 0.1 A, ≤ 20 µJ, and ≤ 25 mW.

Hazardous Area Approvals for all transducer systems certified

Classifications: by BASEEFA / CENELEC for Zone 0, IIC, T4-
6 except the Aeroderivative Interface Module,
which is approved by SIRA /CENELEC for
Zone 1, IIC, T4.

Environmental
Operating Temperature: -20 °C to + 60 °C (-4 °F to + 140 °F).

Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +80 °C (-40 °F to +176 °F).

Relative Humidity: To 95%, noncondensing.

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Physical

Dimensions: in (mm)

Dimensions: in (mm)

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Enclosure

Environmental
Protection: Dust-tight and water-jet proof to IEC529: IP65.

Permitted Location: Safe area.

Ambient Temperature Limits: -20 °C to +50 °C (-4 °F to +122 °F), typical.

Physical
Capacity: One Vibration Transducer Interface Backplane
OR
Two 1800/10 Power Supplies.

Base: GRP (glass-fiber-reinforced polycarbonate),

Finish Light Gray.

Lid: Transparent high-strength polyester,

Lid Fasteners: Captive screws.

Dimensions: in (mm)

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1800/10 Power Supply (720 mA)

Electrical
The following specifications apply at 22 °C (72 °F) unless otherwise specified.
Operating outside the specified limits will result in poor performance and/or
damage the power supply.

AC Input
110 Vac Option: 95 to 135 Vac, Single Phase, 50 to 60 Hz,
@ 0.68 A maximum.

220 Vac Option: 190 to 250 Vac, Single Phase, 50 to 60 Hz,

@ 0.35 A maximum.

Maximum Start Up Surge 7.5 A Peak, or 4.0 A rms for one cycle.

DC Output
Regulated Output Voltage: 30 ± 6% Vdc over temperature.

Output Ripple Voltage: 50 mV peak to peak maximum.

Output Current: 720 mA.

Output Current Limit: 760 mA.

Output Impedance: 0.5 Ω maximum.

Regulation Characteristics:
Line Regulation Less than 0.3% over temperature.

Load Regulation Less than 1.25% over temperature.

Relay Output Rating:

DC Application 5 A at 28 Vdc, resistive load.

AC Application 5 A at 120 Vac, resistive load.

Brown-out: If the ac input voltage is below 85 Vac for the

110 Vac option or between 150 Vac to 170
Vac for the 220 Vac option, an internal fuse
will blow.

Overload and Short Circuit Fully protected against output overload and
Protection: short circuit. Shuts down when the internal
temperature gets too high. Automatically
recovers when the condition is removed. The
delayed constant current limiting allows an
overload of up to 3 A for a minimum of 0.2
seconds while maintaining regulated output.

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Fusing: An internal fuse protects the primary power

source against internal faults. Use an external
circuit breaker or fuse to protect against shorts
on the input wiring. The following shows the
ratings for the internal fuses and the
recommended external fuses:

Internal Fuse Ratings: 0.80 A time-delay

(Bently Nevada part number 01720061)

External Fuse Ratings: 0.75 A time-delay or slow blow

Environmental
Operating Temperature: -20 °C to +75 °C (-4 °F to +167 °F)

Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C (-40 °F to +212 °F)

Relative Humidity: 100% condensing non-submerged from +2 °C

to +100 °C (+35 °F to +212 °F) when
connectors are protected.

Physical

Dimensions: in (mm)
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8. Field Wiring Diagrams

The following table shows where to find the wiring information.

Connection Drawing Page
Number
Wiring Recommendations 1-3
Module to 3500/25 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/40 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/42 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/44 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/45 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/50 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3300/53 with Internal Terminations 4
Module to 3500/25 External Termination Block (ETB) 5
Module to 3500/40 External Termination Block (ETB) 5
Module to 3500/42 External Termination Block (ETB) 5
Module to 3500/44 External Termination Block (ETB) 6
Module to 3500/45 External Termination Block (ETB) 6
Module to 3500/50 External Termination Block (ETB) 6
Module to 3300/03 7
Module to 3300/16 7
Module to 3300/20 7
Module to 3300/25 7
Module to 3300/26 7
Module to 3300/50 7
Module to 3300/52 7
Module to 3300/53 7
Module to 3300/54 7
Module to 3300/61 7
Module to 3300/80 7
Module to 3300/95 7
Module to 2201/02 8
Module to 2201/03 8
Module to 2201/06 8
Module to 1800/10 Power Supply 9
Module to 3300 XL Proximitor Transducer 10
Module to 3300 5 mm/8 mm Proximitor Transducer 10
Module to 7200 5 mm/8 mm Proximitor Transducer 10
Module to 3300 REBAM MicroPROX Transducer 10
Module to 7200 REBAM MicroPROX Transducer 10
Module to 330400 Accelerometer 11
Module to Accelerometer Interface Module (P/N 23733-03) 12
Module to Aeroderivative Interface Module (P/N 86517) 13

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