Configured for verifying the operational integrity of transducer systems, the Bently Nevada TK-3E 177313-02-01 (177313-02-01 Proximity System Test Kit) provides direct physical execution for static and dynamic transducer calibration.

Model Configuration Matrix

• 177313: Base Model (TK-3E Test Kit)
• 02: Metric configuration
• 01: American configuration (Combined support)

Hardware Specifications

TSI and Transducer Calibration Principles

The TK-3E test kit is designed to perform precise eddy-current probe scaling and system response verification. By utilizing a spindle micrometer and a rotating wobble plate, the kit allows technicians to map the gap voltage against physical displacement. This is necessary to validate -10 VDC gap voltage targets and ensure that the monitoring system correctly reports rotor dynamics data. The kit's ability to simulate dynamic shaft motion provides a reference for checking system frequency response and linearity, ensuring that cross-talk suppression and signal conditioning are functioning within established tolerances.

Ordering Info

• 1 x TK-3E Electric Driven Test Kit unit
• 1 x Metric and American component set
• 1 x AISI 4140 Alloy Steel target button and wobble plate assembly

Field Installation & Operational Guidelines

• Power Verification: Verify the AC input voltage matches the selector switch setting (95-125 VAC or 190-250 VAC) before connecting to a power source.
• Air Supply: Ensure compressed air is clean, dry, and regulated to a maximum of 6.2 bar to power the drive mechanism.
• Mounting: Secure the test kit on a level, stable surface to prevent vibration artifacts from influencing the calibration results.
• Grounding: Connect the chassis to a common instrument ground to maintain electrical safety and signal measurement integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary purpose of the wobble plate?

  The wobble plate creates a simulated rotor eccentricity, allowing the user to check the dynamic response and phase accuracy of the proximity monitoring system.

• Can the TK-3E calibrate non-Bently Nevada transducers?

  The kit provides a mechanical displacement reference and is compatible with any probe system that requires physical gap setting and signal verification within its displacement range.

• Is the unit intrinsically safe?

  No, the TK-3E is designed for use in non-hazardous industrial environments and is not rated for operation in explosive atmospheres.

• Why is the target button made of AISI 4140 steel?

  AISI 4140 is used because it provides a standard magnetic and electrical response that serves as the baseline for eddy-current probe calibration across industrial applications.

• How is the spindle micrometer accuracy maintained?

  The spindle is a precision mechanical device; keep it clean and free of debris. Avoid mechanical shock or forcing the micrometer beyond its 25.4 mm limit.

• What does "non-condensing" humidity mean for storage?

  The storage environment must remain below the dew point to prevent moisture from causing internal electrical shorts or corrosion on the precision mechanical components.

• Can the kit be used to simulate shaft radial vibration?

  Yes, the wobble plate assembly specifically enables the simulation of radial movement to test the vibration amplitude range of 50 um to 254 um.

• What is the duty cycle of the electric motor?

  The drive motor is intended for intermittent use during calibration procedures; avoid continuous operation for extended periods to prevent thermal overload.