3500/40M Proximitor Monitor (Bently Nevada)
June 02, 2026

3500/40M Proximitor Monitor (Bently Nevada)

Product Description The 3500/40M is a 4‑channel proximity transducer monitor for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. It conditions signals from Bently Nevada proximity probes to measure radial vibration, axial thrust, differential expansion, shaft eccentricity, and REBAM. It provides Alert/Danger alarms, buffered transducer outputs, and 4–20 mA analog signals for DCS/PLC integration.

Description

Model Interpretation

3500/40M‑XX‑XX(also written as 3500/40‑XX‑XX)

3500/40M: 4‑Channel Proximitor Monitor

1st XX (Configuration):

01: Standard (‑24 VDC transducer power, buffered outputs)

02: TMR (Triple Modular Redundancy) version

2nd XX (Certification/Options):

00: Standard

05: With 4–20 mA analog outputs

01: CSA/ATEX/IECEx (Zone 2)

Common P/N:

3500/40M‑01‑00 (126615‑01)

3500/40M‑01‑05 (with 4–20 mA)

Technical Parameters

Mechanical

Form Factor: Full‑height module (1 slot)

Dimensions (H×W×D): 241 mm × 24.4 mm × 242 mm

Weight: ~0.9 kg

Installation: Any slot in 3500 rack (powered via backplane)

Power Consumption: 7–7.7 W typical

Electrical – Inputs

Channels: 4 independent proximity transducer inputs

Transducer Type: Bently Nevada 3300/3500 series proximity probes

Input Impedance: 10 kΩ

Transducer Power: ‑24 VDC (supplied by module)

Frequency Response: 0–30 kHz

Electrical – Outputs & Alarms

Buffered Probe Outputs: 4 channels (for scope/analysis)

Analog Outputs (optional): 4–20 mA per channel (0–10 V selectable)

Alarm Thresholds: User‑programmable Alert/Danger per channel

Alarm Logic: Latching/non‑latching, voting with other modules

Front‑Panel LEDs: OK, TX/RX, Bypass, Channel Alarm

Environmental

Operating Temp: −30°C to +65°C

Storage Temp: −40°C to +85°C

Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non‑condensing

Certifications: SIL 2, CE, UL, CSA, ATEX/IECEx (Zone 2)

Compliance: API 670 (machinery protection standard)

Compatibility

Rack: 3500/05 (all slots)

Transducers: 3300 XL, 3500 XL proximity probes

Software: 3500 Rack Configuration Software (channel pairing, alarm setup)

System: All 3500 monitors (vibration, speed, temperature)

Core Functions

Multi‑Parameter Monitoring: Each channel pairs with another (1&2, 3&4) for dual functions (e.g., vibration + thrust).

Precision Signal Conditioning: High‑gain, low‑noise circuitry for accurate gap/ vibration measurements.

Flexible Alarm Configuration: Independent Alert/Danger setpoints; voting logic with other rack modules for shutdowns.

Diagnostics & Bypass: Self‑check, probe fault detection, and channel bypass for maintenance.

Industrial‑Grade Reliability: Epoxy‑coated, wide temperature range, hot‑swappable.

Applications

Power Generation: Steam/gas turbines, generators, BFP (boiler feed pump) shaft vibration/thrust monitoring.

Oil & Gas: Centrifugal compressors, pumps, turbines, refinery rotating equipment protection.

Heavy Industry: Large motors, gearboxes, fans, and process machinery condition monitoring.

TSI Systems: Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation for critical rotating assets.

Predictive Maintenance: Early fault detection (rubbing, misalignment, bearing wear) via continuous vibration/trend data.


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