Bently Nevada 70M403 Triaxial Accelerometer Sensor

The Bently Nevada 70M403 is a wireless triaxial accelerometer integrated with a temperature sensor. It is designed for continuous condition monitoring of rotating machinery and is part of the Ranger Pro series. This sensor supports predictive maintenance in challenging, hazardous, or hard-to-access industrial environments, offering real-time monitoring for vibration and temperature.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: 70M403

• Sensor Type: Wireless triaxial accelerometer with integrated temperature sensor

• Acceleration Range: ±1 g to ±20 g

• Frequency Range:

• Acceleration: 0.1 Hz to 20 kHz

• Velocity: 5 Hz to 2000 Hz

• Temperature Range: −40°C to +125°C

• Wireless Protocol: ISA100

• Wireless Range: Up to 150 meters (line of sight)

• Battery Type: Replaceable lithium-thionyl chloride

• Battery Life: Up to 5 years (depending on sampling and transmission rate)

• Mounting Options: Direct mount or tethered for high-temperature zones

• Environmental Rating: IP67; CSA Class I, Division 1 certified

• Data Types:

• Acceleration, velocity, temperature, FFT spectra, PeakDemod spectrum

• Units Supported:

• g or m/s² (peak or RMS)

• Measurement Intervals: Configurable from 10 minutes to 6 hours

• Integration: Compatible with System 1 software and Modbus via gateway

Features:

• Triaxial Vibration Monitoring:
  Captures data across X, Y, and Z axes for full-spectrum diagnostics.

• Integrated Temperature Sensor:
  Enables simultaneous thermal monitoring alongside vibration measurements.

• Wireless Communication:
  ISA100 protocol ensures secure, reliable, and real-time data transmission.

• Long Battery Life:
  Up to 5 years of continuous operation, making it ideal for low-maintenance deployment.

• Hazardous Area Certification:
  Certified for use in explosive or hazardous industrial environments (CSA Class I, Division 1).

• Compact and Durable Design:
  Built with a rugged stainless steel housing, designed to withstand harsh operating conditions.

• Advanced Data Output:
  Supports multiple data types, including waveforms, FFT spectra, and PeakDemod analysis for advanced diagnostics.

• Flexible Mounting:
  Suitable for various applications such as motors, pumps, compressors, and gearboxes.

• System Integration:
  Seamlessly integrates with Bently Nevada’s System 1 platform for advanced predictive maintenance and analysis.

• Predictive Maintenance Ready:
  Enables early detection of faults, helping to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.