Bently Nevada 3500/05-02-01-00-00-00

Product Overview: The 3500/05-02-01-00-00-00 is a mini-size system rack within the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System. The part number decoding is as follows: “02” designates the 12-inch mini-rack with 7 available module slots; “01” designates the panel-mount installation option (installed in a rectangular cutout in a panel and secured with the clips provided with the rack). Wiring connections and I/O modules are accessed from the rear of the rack.

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Description

Bently Nevada 3500/05-02-01-00-00-00

Technical Specifications:

  • Rack Size: Mini, 12-inch form factor
  • Module Slots: 7 available slots
  • Mounting Option: Panel-mount (installed in a rectangular panel cutout, secured with provided clips)
  • Backplane Communication: Provides inter-module communication bus
  • Power Distribution: Distributes power from 3500/15 power supply modules
  • Software Requirement: Requires 3500/01 software version 2.70 or higher

Functional Features:

  • Compact form factor suitable for space-constrained installations
  • Panel-mount installation for integration into custom control panels
  • Backplane bus enables inter-module communication
  • Supports redundant power supply configuration
  • Compatible with System1 software for configuration and monitoring

Application Scenarios:

  • Compact machinery protection systems where rack space is limited
  • OEM equipment packages requiring integrated monitoring
  • Auxiliary machinery monitoring in power plants and process facilities
  • Retrofit installations in existing control panels

Performance Parameters:

  • Slot capacity: 7 module positions (2 dedicated for power supply and RIM, 5 available for monitor modules)
  • Backplane data bus supports real-time inter-module communication
  • Supports dual redundant 3500/15 power supplies

Material Composition:

  • Sheet metal enclosure with industrial-grade finish
  • Internal backplane PCB with edge connectors
  • Panel-mount clip hardware

Structural Features:

  • 12-inch compact form factor
  • Rear-access wiring and I/O connections
  • Panel-mount clip attachment system
  • Module guide rails for plug-in module installation

Working Principle:
Identical to the full-size 3500/05 rack — the mini-rack provides the mechanical enclosure, backplane power distribution, and inter-module communication bus for all installed 3500 modules.

Installation Requirements:

  • Cut a rectangular opening in the mounting panel per Bently Nevada dimensional specifications
  • Secure the rack using the clips provided with the rack
  • Ensure adequate rear clearance for wiring access
  • Install the 3500/15 power supply and 3500/20 RIM in the leftmost two slots
  • Verify that 3500/01 software version 2.70 or higher is used for configuration

Usage Notes:

  • The mini-rack does not support the wall-mount installation option
  • The 3500/93 System Display A01 front-panel mount option is not compatible with the mini-rack
  • The 3500/06 weatherproof enclosure is not compatible with the mini-rack partition-mount option
  • When installing the mini-rack inside a 19-inch EIA rack, use the 144863-01 adapter panel