3300/01 Bently Nevada API 670 Compliant Monitor Module

Product Overview

The Bently Nevada 3300/01 serves as the central intelligence and interface module for the 3300 Series Machinery Monitoring System. It provides continuous online protection by collecting and processing real-time data from an array of transducers, including proximity probes, accelerometers, RTDs, and thermocouples. We offer this module as 100% Brand New and Original in Factory Packaging, ensuring critical machinery like turbines and compressors meet stringent API 670 safety and reliability standards.

Technical Specifications

Engineering Advantages

• Multi-Transducer Signal Fusion: The 3300/01 accepts diverse inputs simultaneously. It integrates vibration data from proximity probes with thermal data from RTDs, providing a holistic view of machine health. This multi-parameter monitoring identifies complex failure modes, such as thermal growth affecting shaft alignment.

• Instantaneous Alarm Logic: The module features user-configurable Alert and Danger thresholds. Upon detecting a violation, the internal high-speed relays trigger shutdown sequences or alert operators within milliseconds, preventing catastrophic mechanical failure and minimizing repair costs.

• Buffered Output Accessibility: Each 3300/01 module provides front-panel buffered outputs. This allows maintenance engineers to connect portable diagnostic equipment, such as the Bently Nevada ADRE system, without disconnecting the monitor or interrupting the machinery protection loop.

• Seamless Legacy Integration: Designed specifically for 3300/03 or 3300/15 chassis, this module ensures zero-downtime upgrades for existing installations. It maintains the physical footprint and wiring logic of the 3300 series while providing modern, reliable electronic components.

FAQs

1. Is the 3300/01 compatible with the newer 3500 Series racks?

No. The 3300/01 is designed exclusively for the 3300 Series backplane architecture (3300/03 or 3300/15 chassis). To upgrade to the 3500 series, you must replace the entire rack and I/O modules.

2. Does this module require a separate power supply?

The 3300/01 draws its 24 VDC power directly from the 3300 system rack power supply module. You do not need to wire an external power source directly to the 3300/01 card itself.

3. Can the 3300/01 monitor both axial position and radial vibration?

Yes. Depending on the specific firmware and configuration options selected at the time of order, the 3300/01 can process radial vibration from proximity probes or axial (thrust) position data to ensure the rotor remains within safety tolerances.

4. What maintenance is required for these modules?

Bently Nevada recommends a periodic loop verification. Use a function generator or a TK-3 calibrator to simulate sensor inputs and verify that the 3300/01 reports accurate values and trips the internal relays at the programmed setpoints.