{"product_id":"177230-00-01-05-bently-nevada-seismic-transmitter-4-20-ma-vibration-sensor","title":"177230-00-01-05 Bently Nevada Seismic Transmitter | 4-20 mA Vibration Sensor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada 177230-00-01-05 is a rugged, self-contained seismic vibration transmitter designed to provide a simple and cost-effective solution for machinery protection. This loop-powered device measures casing vibration velocity and converts it into a standardized 4-20 mA analog signal. By integrating the transducer and signal conditioning electronics into a single stainless steel housing, the 177230-00-01-05 eliminates the need for external proximitor sensors or rack-mounted monitors.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1515 citation-end-1515\"\u003eIt is specifically engineered to interface directly with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), or SCADA systems, making it an ideal choice for general-purpose machinery that requires continuous monitoring without the complexity of a full Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) rack.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Parameters and Key Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1514 citation-end-1514\"\u003eThe 177230 series is built for durability in demanding industrial zones, offering precise RMS velocity measurements and high resistance to environmental interference.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e177230-00-01-05\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0 to 12.7 mm\/s (0 to 0.5 in\/s) RMS velocity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10 Hz to 1,000 Hz (600 to 60,000 cpm) ± 10%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1513\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Signal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1513 citation-end-1513\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 to 20 mA DC (Proportional to full-scale velocity)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1512\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1512 citation-end-1512\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/4-28 UNF Stud Mount (Option -00)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1511\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgency Approvals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1511 citation-end-1511\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMulti-certification including ATEX, IECEx, and CSA for hazardous areas (Option -01)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1510\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1510 citation-end-1510\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3-pin MIL-C-5015 top-exit connector (Option -05)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcitation Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12 to 30 Vdc (Loop-powered)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1509\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasing Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1509 citation-end-1509\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e316L Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP66 \/ NEMA 4X (Weatherproof)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e500 Vrms isolation from case to internal electronics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Applications and Operational Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis seismic transmitter is a versatile tool for asset health management across various industrial sectors. It is primarily used to monitor absolute casing vibration on machines with rolling-element bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectric Motors and Pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContinuous monitoring of vibration levels to detect early signs of bearing failure, unbalance, or cavitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling Tower Fans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProviding real-time velocity data to prevent structural damage caused by fan blade pitch issues or gearbox mechanical looseness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Steam Turbines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMeasuring absolute vibration on the bearing housings to ensure operational safety during load changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentrifugal Air Compressors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProtecting auxiliary equipment where the high cost of a dedicated monitoring rack is not justified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Process Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUtilizing the -01 approval option for safe operation in refineries and chemical plants where explosive atmospheres are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518863433901,"sku":"177230-00-01-05","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-177230-00-01-05-seismic-transmitter-hxezxyamqmg.jpg?v=1766980435","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/177230-00-01-05-bently-nevada-seismic-transmitter-4-20-ma-vibration-sensor","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}