Description
Bently 163179-01
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 163179-01
- Module Type: 3500/61 Temperature Monitor
- Input Types: RTD (Pt100, Pt1000, Ni100, etc.) and Thermocouples (J, K, T, E, etc.)
Key Features
- Multi-Sensor Support: Software-configurable to accept virtually any standard industrial temperature sensor.
- High-Precision Conversion: Provides highly accurate temperature readings with excellent noise rejection.
- 4-20 mA Outputs: Includes buffered analog outputs for each channel for integration with plant DCS systems.
Application Scenarios
Used to monitor bearing metal temperatures, lube oil temperatures, and casing temperatures on turbines, compressors, and large motors to prevent thermal damage.
Performance Parameters
- Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale
- Update Rate: Continuous real-time monitoring
Material Composition
Industrial-grade analog front-end circuitry housed in a shielded, flame-retardant enclosure.
Structural Characteristics
Full-height module with front-panel terminal blocks for easy sensor wiring and individual channel status LEDs.
Working Principle
Excites the temperature sensor, measures the resulting resistance or millivolt signal, converts it to a digital temperature value, and compares it against user-defined thermal alarm setpoints.
Installation Requirements
Use properly shielded, twisted-pair extension wires for thermocouples to prevent EMI. Ensure RTD wiring is configured correctly (2-wire, 3-wire, or 4-wire) in the software.
Usage Precautions
Verify the exact sensor type and calibration curve matches the software configuration. Incorrect sensor typing will result in dangerously inaccurate temperature readings.
