{"product_id":"3500-61-163179-02-bently-nevada-temperature-monitor-3500-series","title":"3500\/61 163179-02 Bently Nevada Temperature Monitor 3500 Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 3500\/61 163179-02\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3500\/61\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemperature Monitor, operates as a dedicated hardware component for multi-channel temperature acquisition and alarm execution within 3500 series rack platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Configuration Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e163179-02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(3500\/61) is a 6-channel monitor module. This specific suffix designates a configuration featuring TC-isolation, providing channel-to-channel voltage isolation to mitigate common-mode interference in sensitive temperature measurement circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e163179-02 (3500\/61)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.8 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5 x 25.0 x 24.0 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-30 deg C to +65 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.2 W (Max)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanical Monitoring \u0026amp; TSI Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn mechanical monitoring applications, this module supports redundant signal processing for rotor dynamics assessment. When used in conjunction with vibration transducers, temperature data from the 3500\/61 provides essential context for rotor expansion and thermal drift calculations. The module maintains signal integrity through strict adherence to input impedance requirements, ensuring that thermocouple and RTD sensors operate within their linear response curves. Channel-to-channel isolation is mandatory in systems where cross-talk suppression is required to prevent ground loops that could otherwise skew temperature-based vibration compensation logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3500\/61 Temperature Monitor Module\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI\/O Module (compatible with TC-isolated inputs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfiguration software license\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Verify that the associated I\/O module supports the intended sensor type (RTD vs. Thermocouple)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Seating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Insert the module into the 3500 rack slot, ensuring the backplane pins are properly aligned. Secure the front panel latches to guarantee electrical continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Utilize shielded twisted-pair cabling for all sensor inputs. Terminate shields at the rack safety ground terminal to maintain effective electrical isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use the 3500 Rack Configuration Software to define alarm setpoints and channel type (RTD or TC) before enabling sensor inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Check\u003c\/strong\u003e: For the 163179-02 version, verify that the isolation barrier is not bypassed by accidental chassis contact during field wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the module support hot-swapping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 3500\/61 can be removed or inserted into the rack while the system is powered, provided the rack backplane supports active module insertion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow are alarm setpoints managed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlarm setpoints are programmed via the rack configuration software and stored in the module's non-volatile memory for execution at the module level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum isolation voltage for this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TC-isolated version provides 250 VDC channel-to-channel isolation, protecting input channels from transient voltage differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a single channel be configured for a different sensor type than others?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, individual channels can be independently configured for specific RTD or thermocouple types based on the module's supported input list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the module provide status indication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front panel includes LED indicators for \"OK,\" \"TX\/RX,\" and alarm states, providing local diagnostics without external software access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the recorder output analog or digital?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recorder output provides a proportional analog signal (typically 4-20 mA) for each channel to interface with external DCS or data recording equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the module synchronized with the rack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module communicates via the 3500 backplane bus to synchronize data timing and alarm status with other rack components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a \"Not OK\" status signify?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \"OK\" fault indicates a broken sensor wire, an out-of-range signal, or a failure in the module's internal circuitry that prevents accurate data acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45378086797485,"sku":"3500\/61 163179-02","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-3500-61-163179-02-temperature-monitor-xhteguywf4j.jpg?v=1764225452","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/3500-61-163179-02-bently-nevada-temperature-monitor-3500-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}