Engineered for Continuous Machinery Protection

The Bently Nevada 3500/40-03-01 Proximitor Monitor is a sophisticated four-channel monitoring module designed to deliver accurate vibration and shaft position measurements for critical rotating equipment. Integrated within the 3500 Machinery Protection System, it accepts signals from compatible Bently Nevada proximity transducers, conditions those signals, and continuously compares operating values against programmable alarm thresholds to ensure dependable machinery protection and condition monitoring.

The 3500/40-03-01 configuration features an Internal Barrier Proximitor I/O Module with Internal Terminations (Option 03) and CSA/NRTL/C hazardous-area approvals (Option 01), making it well suited for industrial installations that require integrated intrinsic safety protection and certified operation in hazardous environments.

Technical Data Overview

Technical FAQs

1. What is the primary function of the 3500/40-03-01?

It continuously monitors vibration and shaft position signals to protect rotating machinery and provide early warning of developing mechanical issues.

2. How many monitoring channels are available?

The module provides four independent monitoring channels that can be configured in channel pairs for different monitoring functions.

3. What does the "-03" configuration represent?

It specifies an Internal Barrier Proximitor I/O Module with Internal Terminations, designed for applications requiring integrated intrinsic safety barriers.

4. What does the "-01" approval option indicate?

The Option 01 configuration includes CSA/NRTL/C hazardous-area approvals, supporting installation in approved hazardous industrial environments.

5. Which measurement functions are supported?

The monitor supports radial vibration, thrust position, differential expansion, eccentricity, and REBAM measurements.

6. Which transducers are compatible with this monitor?

It is compatible with Bently Nevada proximity probe and Proximitor transducer systems, including the widely used 3300 XL Series.

7. Can alarm limits be customized?

Yes. Users can configure Alert and Danger alarm thresholds using the 3500 Rack Configuration Software.

8. What are the module dimensions and weight?

The module measures 241.3 × 24.4 × 241.8 mm and has a typical weight of 0.91 kg (2.0 lb).

9. Which industries commonly use this monitor?

It is widely applied in power generation, petrochemical processing, oil and gas, marine, mining, pulp and paper, and other heavy industrial sectors.

10. Why choose the 3500/40-03-01?

Its certified hazardous-area design, precise monitoring capability, flexible configuration, and proven reliability make it an excellent choice for protecting valuable rotating equipment in demanding industrial applications.