Bently Nevada 177230-01-01-RU Seismic Transmitter

Product Introduction

The Bently Nevada 177230-01-01-RU Seismic Transmitter is a high-performance monitoring device engineered to provide continuous and accurate seismic vibration measurements for critical rotating machinery and structural assets. As part of the renowned Bently Nevada machinery protection and condition monitoring family, this transmitter converts ground motion or casing vibration into a proportional electrical signal, enabling integration into control systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), or machinery protection systems.

This transmitter is specifically designed to withstand industrial environments and delivers precise vibration readings, ensuring operators can detect abnormal machinery conditions before they escalate into costly failures. Its compact form factor, rugged build quality, and compliance with international standards make it a preferred choice for power plants, petrochemical facilities, and heavy industrial applications.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

The Bently Nevada 177230-01-01-RU seismic transmitter finds broad use in industrial environments where accurate vibration monitoring is essential. Its key applications include:

• Rotating Machinery Monitoring – Provides absolute vibration data for turbines, compressors, pumps, and motors.

• Seismic and Structural Monitoring – Detects vibration in machine foundations, pipelines, and structural supports.

• Condition Monitoring Systems – Integrates into DCS/PLC systems to support predictive maintenance strategies.

• Power Generation Industry – Protects steam turbines, hydro turbines, and gas turbines from excessive vibration.

• Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Facilities – Ensures reliability of critical compressors and pumps in harsh environments.

• Industrial Automation – Enhances reliability of automated systems by providing real-time vibration diagnostics.

Product Advantages

• High Accuracy and Reliability – Delivers stable seismic vibration readings even in high-noise environments.

• Compact and Rugged Design – Engineered for durability in challenging industrial conditions.

• Seamless Integration – Standard 4-20 mA output allows easy connection to PLC, DCS, or protection systems.

• Early Fault Detection – Enables predictive maintenance by identifying abnormal vibration trends.

• Wide Operating Range – Suitable for diverse industries with broad temperature and frequency coverage.

• Global Standard Compliance – Designed in accordance with industrial safety and performance certifications.

FAQ

1. What is the primary measurement principle of the Bently Nevada 177230-01-01-RU?
   It measures seismic casing vibration by detecting structural acceleration or velocity and converting it into a proportional 4-20 mA signal.

2. How does this seismic transmitter integrate with control systems?
   It provides a standard 4-20 mA current output, which can be directly connected to DCS, PLC, or monitoring systems.

3. What type of machinery is best suited for this transmitter?
   It is ideal for turbines, compressors, pumps, and motors where casing or structural vibration needs to be monitored.

4. What is the frequency response range of this unit?
   The typical frequency response is from 0.5 Hz to 200 Hz, covering the critical range for seismic vibration detection.

5. How does it improve machinery protection compared to accelerometers?
   Unlike accelerometers, seismic transmitters directly measure casing vibration, reducing dependency on shaft proximity probes.

6. Can this device be used in hazardous or explosive environments?
   With appropriate housing and certifications, it can be deployed in hazardous zones, depending on the selected configuration.

7. What type of output signal does the transmitter provide?
   It provides a proportional 4-20 mA current output signal, representing measured vibration levels.

8. Does the transmitter require calibration?
   Yes, calibration is recommended during installation and periodically to ensure measurement accuracy.

9. What power supply range is required for operation?
   It requires a DC power supply ranging between 18 VDC and 32 VDC.

10. How does it support predictive maintenance strategies?
    By continuously tracking vibration data, it helps operators identify abnormal operating conditions early, preventing failures.

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FAQ

1. What is the primary measurement principle of the Bently Nevada 177230-01-01-RU?
   It measures seismic casing vibration by detecting structural acceleration or velocity and converting it into a proportional 4-20 mA signal.

2. How does this seismic transmitter integrate with control systems?
   It provides a standard 4-20 mA current output, which can be directly connected to DCS, PLC, or monitoring systems.

3. What type of machinery is best suited for this transmitter?
   It is ideal for turbines, compressors, pumps, and motors where casing or structural vibration needs to be monitored.

4. What is the frequency response range of this unit?
   The typical frequency response is from 0.5 Hz to 200 Hz, covering the critical range for seismic vibration detection.

5. How does it improve machinery protection compared to accelerometers?
   Unlike accelerometers, seismic transmitters directly measure casing vibration, reducing dependency on shaft proximity probes.

6. Can this device be used in hazardous or explosive environments?
   With appropriate housing and certifications, it can be deployed in hazardous zones, depending on the selected configuration.

7. What type of output signal does the transmitter provide?
   It provides a proportional 4-20 mA current output signal, representing measured vibration levels.

8. Does the transmitter require calibration?
   Yes, calibration is recommended during installation and periodically to ensure measurement accuracy.

9. What power supply range is required for operation?
   It requires a DC power supply ranging between 18 VDC and 32 VDC.

10. How does it support predictive maintenance strategies?
    By continuously tracking vibration data, it helps operators identify abnormal operating conditions early, preventing failures.

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