VIBCONNECT® RFWireless Condition Monitoring

Catalog

PRÜFTECHNIK Condition Monitoringinfo@pruftechnik.com

Edition: 05-2012Oder No.: LIT 72.700.EN

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VIBCONNECT RF - Wireless Online Condition Monitoring

VIBCONNECT RF is a wireless online system for machine condition monitoring and diagnosis. It does away with costly cabling of the sensors and also saves time and mon-ey during operation. VIBCONNECT RF is fully automated and comes with a low-maintenance, self-contained pow-er source.

VIBCONNECT RF overview• Easy and quick installation without cabling• Low purchasing, installation and operating costs• Ideal to cover distant or difficult to reach locations• Free OMNITREND PC software for visualization, analy-

sis and configuration• Up to 50 Sensor Units communicate with each Bridge• Each Sensor Unit connects to two 3-in-1 sensors for

vibration, roller bearing condition and temperature• Separation of radio module and sensors for optimized

signal reception• Measures time waveform and temperature simulta-

neously• FFT spectrum and envelope spectrum (bearing condi-

tion)• Overall and narrow-band characteristic values• 3 power options: Long-life batteries, 24 VDC or Har-

vester*• Battery life approx. 4 years thanks to energy-efficient

sensor technology and intelligent power manage-ment

• Battery load monitoring• Radio frequency is ideal for applications without a

permanent radio communication• Maximum radio range: 300 meters• Upgradable with additional sensor units at any time

VIBCONNECT RF components

VIBCONNECT RF Bridge The bridge is the core unit of the radio cell, which receives the measurement signals from the sensor units and cal-culates the characteristic values, spectra and envelopes. The data is then transmitted via Ethernet to the OMNI-TREND software platform for further analysis, reporting and archiving. The sensor units are provided through the bridge with the measuring configurations programmed in the OMNITREND software.

VIBCONNECT RF Sensor Unit and sensorsThe sensor unit and the sensors are installed on the machine and connected to each other with short cables. These components can be positioned wherever the measuring signal is strongest and radio reception is best. Each sensor simultaneously records vibration, roller bearing condition and temperature, with minimum power consumption. Between the measuring cycles, the sensor unit is set to standby mode to ensure long battery life.

OMNITRENDThe OMNITREND analysis software ensures round-the-clock access to the machine condition data. The software comes with an intuitive interface for fast and user-friendly analysis and archiving of the measurements. Its report-ing functions highlight critical conditions and enable you to summarize all relevant information in properly format-ted reports. Configuration of the measuring functions is made easy as the software guides you through the various dialogs.

VIBCONNECT RF Bridge

VIBCONNECT RF Sensor Unit

VIBCONNECT RF Sensors

OMNITREND PC software

* Version is not available yet

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Technical data

PaRamETER Standard FCC

Gen

eral

Radio frequency 868 MHz (Europe) 916 MHz (America)

Ethernet, Data rate 10 / 100 MBit

Memory capacity 256 MB

Capacity up to 50 Sensor Units / Bridge

Power supply 100 ... 240 VAC / 50-60 Hz

Operating temp. -25°C … +60°C

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Relative humidity < 95%, non-condensed

Case material Steel sheet, powder coated

Weight approx. 1.8 kg

Protection class IP 66

Dimensions 200 x 200 x 135 mm (L x W x H)

PaRamETER Standard

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Sensor type Combined accelerometer / temperature sensor with low power consumption

Output 3.5 mV / ms-²

Max. meas. range 500 m/s² rms (± 10%)

Frequency range 4 Hz … 10 kHz (± 3 dB )

Temp. meas. range -40°C … +85°C (± 3°C)

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Cable length 2.9 m

Relative humidity < 95%, non-condensed

Chemical resistance, cable Highly resistant to acid, alkali, oil, fuel

Protection class IP 65

Dimensions 19 x 23 mm (DxH)

Battery 24V supply Energy harvester

PaRamETER Standard FCC Standard FCC Standard FCC

Mea

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t Radio frequency 868 MHz (Europa) 916 MHz (America) 868 MHz (Europe) 916 MHz (America) 868 MHz (Europe) 916 MHz (America)

Meas. channels Two synchronised channels. Each channel allows measurement of vibration and temperature.

Dynamic range 24 bit ADC

Radio range < 300 m, line of sight

Supp

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Power source 3.6 V lithium batteries, 2 pcs.(not included) 24 VDC Energy harvester*, optimized to vibration

frequency 50/60/100/120 Hz

Battery service life approx. 4 years, at one meas. sequence / 2h (2x vibration + 2x temperature at 20 °C) ---

Standby mode Yes

Gen

eral

Operating temp. -25°C … +80°C

Relative humidity < 95%, non-condensed

Case material ABS plastics, shock-proof

Weight approx. 450 g approx. 360 g

Protection class IP 65

Dimensions approx. 14 x 10 x 8 cm (LxWxH)

VIBCONNECT RF Sensor - VIB 7.205-2,9

VIBCONNECT RF Sensor Unit - VIB 7.200

VIBCONNECT RF Bridge - VIB 7.220

* Version is not available yet

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VIB 7.220 SET : VIBCONNECT RF Bridge Set

Order informationThis set consists of the Bridge unit, the OMNITREND PC software and the VIBCONNECT RF operating instructions.

The Bridge is available with two different radio frequen-cies. When ordering the following information is required:

• Order number: VIB 7.220 SET

• Radio frequency: 868 MHz (Standard, Europe), or 916 MHz (FCC, America)

Order example: VIB 7.220 SET / FCC

Radio frequency certification VIBCONNECT RF is certified for Europe (CE), the USA (FCC) and Canada (CSA). The FCC certification is valid for United States, but is accepted in many countries in Latin America.

VIB 8.970

LIT 72.200VIB 7.220

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VIB 7.200 SET : VIBCONNECT RF Sensor Unit Set

Order informationThis set consists of the Sensor Unit and two 3-in1 sensors for machine vibration, bearing condition and temperature measurements.

The Sensor Unit is available with three different power supply options, each with two different radio frequencies. When ordering the following information is required:

• Order number: VIB 7.200 SET

• Supply option: Battery, or 24 VDC, or Harvester*

• Radio frequency: 868 MHz (Standard, Europe), or 916 MHz (FCC, America)

Order example: VIB 7.200 SET / Battery / FCC

accessoriesIn the battery version no lithium batteries are included for security reasons. The batteries must be purchased locally.Recommended battery type:3.6V Lithium - Size C (e.g. Tadrian, Type: SL-2770)

The Harvester* required to power the Harvester version is available as an accessory.

Radio frequency certification VIBCONNECT RF is certified for Europe (CE), the USA (FCC) and Canada (CSA). The FCC certification is valid for United States, but is accepted in many countries in Latin America.

VIB 7.205-2,9VIB 7.200

VIB 7.205-2,9

* Version is not available yet

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