{"product_id":"bently-nevada-3500-40m-176449-01-proximito-monitor","title":"Bently Nevada 3500\/72M 176449-08 Reciprocating Rod Position Monitor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada 3500\/72M (176449-08) is a four-channel Reciprocating Rod Position Monitor designed for critical machinery protection in reciprocating compressor applications. It adheres to API 618 standards, providing continuous monitoring of rod position, rod drop, and hyper-compressor parameters. By processing signals from proximity transducers, the module provides both dynamic and static position measurements, comparing these values against user-programmable alarm setpoints to ensure asset integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-channel monitoring capability for high-density rack configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable for Rod Position, Rod Drop, and Hyper-Compressor measurement functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides machinery protection through continuous parameter monitoring and alarm setpoint comparison.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes front-panel buffered transducer outputs for connection to external diagnostic and analysis equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible I\/O options including internal termination, external termination, or internal barrier configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReciprocating Compressors: Monitoring crosshead and rod behavior for wear, misalignment, and mechanical degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyper-Compressors: High-pressure monitoring with specialized alarms for transducer loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Pumps: Tracking piston and plunger position to ensure smooth operation and early fault detection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod Trajectory Analysis: Real-time tracking of lateral vibration and rod movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\/72M 176449-08\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kOhm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e510 Ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransducer Power Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-24 Vdc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGap Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-3 dB at 0.09 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage Piston Position (Fixed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Hz to 600 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.85 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 3500\/72M consists of a main module that plugs into the front of the 3500 rack and a corresponding I\/O module installed at the rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe module can be placed in any of the 14 available monitor slots in the 3500 rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the system is powered down before inserting or removing any module to prevent electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded cabling for all transducer inputs to minimize EMI interference in industrial environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle modules using ESD-safe practices to protect sensitive internal components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the I\/O module termination type (internal\/external\/barrier) matches your specific field wiring requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary purpose of the 3500\/72M?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 3500\/72M provides machinery protection for reciprocating compressors and pumps by continuously monitoring rod position and comparing inputs against configured alert and danger setpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat inputs does this monitor accept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt accepts inputs from proximity transducers to measure rod position, rod drop, and hyper-compressor parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the channels configurable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the 3500 Rack Configuration software allows each channel to be configured in pairs to perform specific functions such as Rod Position, Rod Drop, or Hyper-Compressor measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50646373269756,"sku":"176449-08","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_f0ac4190-dbcf-496d-9d3f-f342c1789dd5.jpg?v=1785027748","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/bently-nevada-3500-40m-176449-01-proximito-monitor","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}