

Component Description
The part number 3500/60 163179-01 refers to a specific module from the Bently Nevada 3500 System, a premier machinery protection and monitoring platform.
3500/60: This designates a Dual-Channel Temperature Monitor Module. This module is designed to monitor the temperature of critical machine components, primarily using Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) as sensors. It conditions the input signal, computes the temperature value, and compares it to user-configurable alarm setpoints to protect machinery from damage due to overheating.
163179-01: This is a specific hardware revision or assembly number for this module.
In summary, the 3500/60 module is dedicated to monitoring temperature for a wide range of machinery. It is a fundamental component for protecting assets like turbines, compressors, and motors by providing early warnings and shutdown signals based on bearing, winding, or process fluid temperatures. The specific "-01" revision indicates a particular version of the hardware with potential updates to components or firmware for improved reliability or performance.
Key Parameters
The following table outlines the key parameters for the 3500/60 Temperature Monitor module.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System | Bently Nevada 3500 |
| Primary Function | Temperature Monitoring via RTDs |
| Channels | Two independent monitoring channels. |
| Input Type | Accepts signals from 2-wire or 3-wire RTDs (typically 100 Ω Platinum). |
| Measurement Range | Programmable, typically covering a standard temperature range such as -50°C to 200°C (-58°F to 392°F). |
| Alarm Functions | Per channel: Two programmable alarm setpoints (usually Alert and Danger) with adjustable time delays. |
| Sensor Health Monitoring | Continuously checks for RTD sensor faults (e.g., open or short circuit) and can trigger an alarm. |
| Mounting | Slides into a dedicated slot in a 3500 rack. |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | Approx. 193 mm x 55 mm x 200 mm (7.6 in x 2.16 in x 7.87 in) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.6 kg (1.3 lbs) |
Application Scenarios
The 3500/60 Temperature Monitor is critical in applications where overheating is a primary failure mode, providing essential protection for machine bearings and other critical components.
Bearing Temperature Monitoring:
Application: Turbines, Compressors, Large Pumps, and Motors.
Function: RTDs are embedded in bearing housings to directly monitor temperature. A rising temperature can indicate lubrication failure, oil film breakdown, or impending bearing wear. The module provides an early warning (Alert) and a critical shutdown (Danger) signal to prevent catastrophic bearing failure.
Motor Winding Temperature:
Application: High-voltage motors and generators.
Function: Monitors the temperature of stator windings using embedded RTDs. This protects the motor from insulation damage due to overheating caused by overloading, cooling system failure, or unbalanced voltages.
Process Temperature Monitoring:
Application: Lube oil, seal oil, and cooling water systems.
Function: Monitors the temperature of fluids critical to machine operation. For example, high lube oil temperature indicates reduced cooling efficiency or excessive friction, triggering corrective actions or alarms.
General Purpose Machine Protection:
Application: Any industrial rotating equipment where temperature is a key performance and health indicator.
Function: Serves as a primary protection device, ensuring operational reliability and preventing costly downtime by initiating shutdowns before
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