Flexible Relay Output Module for Reliable Machinery Protection
The Bently Nevada 3500/32-01-CN 4-Channel Relay Module is a dependable relay output module developed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System. Designed as a full-height module, it provides four independently programmable relay outputs that enable alarm annunciation, emergency shutdown functions, and process control actions based on real-time machinery conditions. With configurable Alarm Drive Logic, each relay can be programmed using AND/OR voting strategies that combine Alert, Danger, Not OK, and process variable conditions from multiple monitoring channels, delivering flexible protection for critical industrial assets.
The 3500/32-01-CN configuration features a 4-Channel Relay Output Module with the CN country-specific approval option, making it suitable for projects that require regional regulatory compliance, including applicable Chinese approval requirements. Its rugged construction, configurable logic, and seamless compatibility with the 3500 platform make it an excellent choice for power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and heavy industrial applications.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Model | 3500/32-01-CN |
| Product Type | 4-Channel Relay Module |
| Series | 3500 Machinery Protection System |
| Module Type | Full-Height Module |
| Relay Outputs | 4 Independent SPDT Relays |
| Output Module Option | 01 – 4-Channel Relay Output Module |
| Relay Logic | Programmable AND / OR Alarm Drive Logic |
| Relay Contact Type | Epoxy-Sealed SPDT |
| Configuration Software | 3500 Rack Configuration Software |
| Typical Power Consumption | Approximately 5.8 W |
| Approval Option | CN – Country-Specific Approval |
| Installation | Standard 3500 Rack |
| Module Dimensions | 241.3 × 24.4 × 241.8 mm |
| Module Weight | Approximately 0.74 kg |
Typical Applications
The 3500/32-01-CN is designed for industrial environments where reliable relay outputs are essential for machinery protection and automated control.
Typical applications include:
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Steam turbine protection systems
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Gas turbine monitoring
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Compressor shutdown systems
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Industrial generator protection
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Pump and motor control
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Refinery process protection
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Power generation facilities
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Oil and gas production platforms
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Petrochemical processing plants
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Heavy manufacturing automation
Why Choose This Module?
Built for continuous industrial service, the 3500/32-01-CN combines flexible relay programming with dependable output performance to improve plant safety and operational reliability.
Key advantages include:
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Four independently configurable relay outputs
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Advanced Alarm Drive Logic with programmable AND/OR voting
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Supports Alert, Danger, Not OK, and Process Variable inputs
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Fast relay response for critical shutdown applications
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High-reliability epoxy-sealed SPDT relay contacts
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Full compatibility with the Bently Nevada 3500 platform
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Country-specific approval option for regional compliance
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Easy configuration using 3500 Rack Configuration Software
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Rugged industrial design for long-term operation
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Helps reduce downtime and improve asset protection
Technical FAQs
1. What is the primary function of the 3500/32-01-CN?
The module provides four programmable relay outputs used to activate alarms, shutdown systems, or external control devices based on machinery monitoring conditions.
2. How many relay outputs are available?
The module includes four independent SPDT relay outputs, each configurable for different alarm or control functions.
3. What does the "01" output option represent?
The 01 configuration specifies the standard 4-Channel Relay Output Module for the 3500 Machinery Protection System.
4. What does the "CN" approval option indicate?
The CN option identifies a country-specific approval configuration, intended for installations requiring regional certifications, including applicable Chinese approval requirements.
5. Can each relay be configured independently?
Yes. Each relay can be individually programmed using the 3500 Rack Configuration Software to meet specific alarm, shutdown, or process control requirements.
6. What is Alarm Drive Logic?
Alarm Drive Logic allows users to create customized relay activation rules using programmable AND and OR logic based on Alert, Danger, Not OK, and process variable conditions from one or multiple monitoring channels.
7. Is this module compatible with all 3500 monitoring systems?
Yes. The 3500/32-01-CN integrates seamlessly with the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System and works alongside compatible monitoring modules throughout the rack.
8. What are the dimensions and weight?
The module measures approximately 241.3 × 24.4 × 241.8 mm and weighs approximately 0.74 kg, making it suitable for installation in a standard full-height 3500 rack slot.
9. What is the typical power consumption?
Typical operating power consumption is approximately 5.8 watts, ensuring efficient continuous operation within the 3500 rack.
10. Why choose the Bently Nevada 3500/32-01-CN?
Its programmable relay logic, dependable switching performance, country-specific approval option, and proven integration with the 3500 Machinery Protection System make it an ideal solution for protecting critical rotating equipment and improving plant reliability.
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