7203954-01
May 22, 2026

7203954-01

7203954-01 (Bently 3500 Series 4-channel displacement/vibration monitoring module, namely 3500/42M) 7203954-01 is a four-channel proximity/vibration monitoring module of the Bently Nevada 3500 series (3500/42M), which is a core card of the 3500-TSI system and is used for monitoring multiple parameters such as vibration, displacement, temperature difference, and eccentricity of rotating machinery. It is the main upgrade model of the 7200 series.

Description

I. Model Analysis

7203954: Original factory material code (order number) for 3500/42M module

‑01: Standard version (standard temperature range, standard firmware, no special customization)

Alias: 3500/42M (commonly used market model name)

II. Product Positioning and Usage

Function: Receives 4 channels of eddy current / magnetic sensor signals, each channel can be independently configured, capable of monitoring:

Radial vibration (shaft vibration)

Axial displacement (thrust)

Differential expansion (temperature difference)

Offset, acceleration, speed, etc.

Output: 4‑20mA analog output + alarm / dangerous relay, supports software configuration of alarm values.

Application: Key rotating machinery TSI systems such as steam turbines, gas turbines, compressors, fans, etc.

Companion: Compatible with 3300XL/7200 series probes (e.g., 330104, 72072‑01).

III. Core Technical Parameters

Channels: 4 channels (can be grouped in pairs, dual-function parallel)

Input: Eddy current / speed / acceleration sensors, -10 to +10VDC

Accuracy: ±0.2% FS (full scale)

Resolution: 0.366μA/bit

Power consumption: 7.7W (‑24VDC power supply)

Operating temperature: -40℃ to +85℃

Structure: Full-height card, 3500/05 rack installation, supports hot swapping

Configuration: 3500 rack software programming, independent alarms for channels (warning / danger)

IV. Comparison with 7200 Series (Upgrade Points)

Table

Item 7203954-01 (3500/42M) 72052-01 (7200 dual displacement card)

Number of channels 4 channels (multifunctional) 2 channels (only displacement)

Configuration Software flexible configuration, multiple parameters Hardware jumpers, fixed functions

Output 4‑20mA + relay Only relay

Compatibility Compatible with 3300/7200 probes Only 7200 probes

Status Active mainstream Outdated and discontinued

V. Alternatives and Compatibility

Direct replacement: 3500/42M (7203954-01), new / second-hand available.

Downward compatibility: Can directly replace old 72052-01, 72059-01R, etc., requires reconfiguration.

Upgrade suggestion: Upgrade the old 7200 system, prioritize **3500/42M + 3500/53 (overspeed)** combination.


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