{"product_id":"172103-01-bently-nevada-3500-65-rtd-isolated-tip-tc-i-o-module","title":"172103-01 Bently Nevada 3500\/65 RTD\/Isolated Tip TC I\/O Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1197 citation-end-1197\"\u003eThe Bently Nevada 172103-01 is a high-density temperature monitoring interface designed specifically for the 3500\/65 Temperature Monitor assembly.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1196 citation-end-1196\"\u003eThis rear-mounted I\/O module serves as the primary connection point for up to 16 independent temperature channels, facilitating the intake of signals from both Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) and isolated tip thermocouples (TC).\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1195 citation-end-1195\"\u003eThe 172103-01 is engineered to condition these thermal inputs for real-time evaluation against user-defined alarm setpoints.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy centralizing temperature data from across the machinery train—including bearings, stator windings, and process fluids—this module ensures that thermal anomalies are identified instantly, allowing the 3500 system to initiate protective actions before mechanical integrity is compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Infrastructure and Hardware Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1194\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Channel Density\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1194 citation-end-1194\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16 independent temperature monitoring channels\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1193\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering Identifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1193 citation-end-1193\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e172103-01\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1192\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1192 citation-end-1192\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3-wire\/4-wire RTDs and Isolated Tip Thermocouples (TC)\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1191\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTermination Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1191 citation-end-1191\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInternal Terminations (Euro-style terminal blocks)\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1190\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1190 citation-end-1190\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eManaged via 3500 Rack Configuration Software\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1189\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1189 citation-end-1189\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) voting groups\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1188\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1188 citation-end-1188\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 99.1 mm\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1187\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Mass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1187 citation-end-1187\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.45 kg\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUSA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTariff Code (HS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8537101190\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control Strategy and Deployment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the power generation and petrochemical sectors, the 172103-01 is utilized to monitor the thermal health of large-scale rotating assets such as generators, gas turbines, and industrial compressors. The module’s 16-channel capacity allows for high-density monitoring within a single rack slot, which is critical for complex generator stator winding protection. When deployed in a Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) configuration, three 3500\/65 monitors work in parallel to verify temperature data through dual-voting mechanisms, virtually eliminating the risk of a single sensor failure causing a nuisance trip.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1186 citation-end-1186\"\u003eThe internal termination design of the 172103-01 provides a secure, compact wiring environment within the 3500 rack, ensuring signal integrity in the high-EMI (electromagnetic interference) conditions typical of industrial plant environments.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the benefit of the \"Isolated Tip\" thermocouple compatibility on the 172103-01?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Isolated tip thermocouples prevent ground loops and electrical interference from affecting the temperature reading. The 172103-01 is specifically designed to maintain this isolation while conditioning the signal for the 3500 monitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I mix 3-wire RTDs and Thermocouples on the same 172103-01 module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the 172103-01 is highly flexible.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1185 citation-end-1185\"\u003eThrough the 3500 Rack Configuration Software, you can define individual channels to accept either RTD or TC inputs based on your specific field sensor layout.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this module require a separate monitor to function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the 172103-01 is a rear-loading I\/O module. It must be paired with the front-loading 3500\/65 Temperature Monitor processor to translate the raw sensor data into digital information for the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the TMR voting mechanism work with this module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1184 citation-end-1184\"\u003eA: In a TMR setup, three 172103-01 modules receive inputs from three sets of sensors.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe system compares the data and only triggers a \"Danger\" or \"Alert\" status if at least two out of the three modules agree that a threshold has been breached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the 0.45 kg weight inclusive of the terminal blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the 0.45 kg weight represents the full I\/O module assembly, including the integrated terminal blocks where your field wiring is landed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45835592401069,"sku":"172103-01","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/Bently172103-01_1.jpg?v=1773971287","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/172103-01-bently-nevada-3500-65-rtd-isolated-tip-tc-i-o-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}