72471-B
May 22, 2026

72471-B

Product Overview The Bentley 72471-B is a 7200 series TSI dual-channel shaft displacement / differential expansion monitoring module. It is the basic version of 72471-BC (without enclosure / without front panel), a discontinued original factory spare part, used for axial position and differential expansion monitoring protection of rotating machinery such as steam turbines, generators, compressors, etc. The module receives two electrical eddy current probe signals, processes the displacement data in real time, provides alarms, interlocks, and analog output, and is suitable for monitoring scenarios of aging critical equipment.

Description

Technical Specifications

Power Supply: -24VDC (range -17.5VDC to -26VDC)

Input: Compatible with 7200 series 5mm/8mm eddy current probes, dual-channel independent acquisition

Measurement Range: Standard 0–2mm (customizable), sensitivity 3.94V/mm (100mV/mil)

Output: 4–20mA analog quantity, two relays for alarm contacts (warning / danger)

Accuracy: Linear error ≤ ±5%, repeatability ≤ 0.1%

Environment: Working temperature **-20℃ to 60℃**, storage -40℃ to 85℃, dust-proof and shock-proof

Installation: Standard 35mm rail-mounted, installation in cabinet

Difference from 72471-BC

72471-B: Bare board module, without metal casing and front panel, requires a cabinet/frame for installation

72471-BC: With casing and front panel, can be directly rail-mounted, better protection, more intuitive debugging

Installation and Wiring

Installation: Snap onto the standard rail of the cabinet, away from strong electromagnetic interference sources such as frequency converters and high-power motors; separate the sensing wire and power wire, with a spacing of ≥300mm.

Wiring:

Power: Connect to the power supply terminals, reliable grounding.

Probe: Connect two eddy current probes to CH1 and CH2 signal terminals respectively, single-ended grounding of the shielding layer.

Output: Connect to the central control system for 4–20mA, alarm contacts connected to the interlock circuit.

Calibration: After power-on, calibrate the probe gap (standard 1.27mm, corresponding voltage 10V ± 0.2V), set the alarm / danger threshold.

Maintenance and Care

Daily: Check the casing for no damage, no dust accumulation, observe the display value stable, no abnormal fluctuations.

Regularly: Tighten the wiring terminals quarterly, check the insulation layer of the cables for no aging or damage; calibrate the measurement accuracy and alarm action reliability every six months.

Prohibited: Do not plug or unplug the probe cable while powered on, avoid static interference; do not operate in high-temperature and humid environments.

Storage: When idle, place in a dry and ventilated environment, temperature -40℃ to 85℃, moisture-proof and dust-proof. Fault diagnosis

No display / No signal: Check if the power supply is normal and if the fuse has blown; Investigate if the probe cable is broken, short-circuited or connected incorrectly; Replace the spare module to confirm if it is a hardware fault.

Value fluctuation / Large deviation: Check if the installation gap of the probe is compliant and if the fixation is loose; Investigate external electromagnetic interference, and check if the cable shielding and grounding are good.

Alarm malfunction / Inaction: Verify if the alarm threshold setting is correct; Check if the relay contacts are oxidized or stuck; Test the stability of the probe signal, and calibrate or replace the probe if necessary.


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