Bently Nevada 136188-02 Ethernet/RS485 Modbus I/O Module

• Ethernet TCP/IP Protocol: Connected to a 10Base-T star-configured Ethernet network via an RJ45 interface, supporting a transmission rate of 10Mbps and strictly complying with the IEEE 802.3 standard. This enables the module to quickly and stably exchange data with network-based control systems, easily realizing remote monitoring functions. For example, in the centralized monitoring system of a large factory, data from equipment distributed in various locations can be real-time aggregated to the central control center through Ethernet communication, facilitating managers to grasp production dynamics in a timely manner.

• RS485 Modbus Protocol: The RS485 interface has excellent anti-interference capability and can work stably in complex industrial electromagnetic environments. Through the Modbus RTU protocol supported by this interface, it can be conveniently integrated with various control devices such as PLC and DCS, as well as other automation systems. In the automated control of industrial production lines, data collected by sensors can be accurately transmitted to the PLC, which performs logical judgment and outputs control commands according to preset programs.

• Modbus/TCP Protocol: As a variant of the serial Modbus protocol for TCP/IP Ethernet communication, it combines the universality of the Modbus protocol with the high-speed characteristics of Ethernet communication, enabling efficient data transmission between different systems and providing strong support for building large and complex industrial automation networks. In industrial scenarios where cross-regional and multi-device collaborative work is required, the Modbus/TCP protocol can ensure the rapid flow of data between devices in different network segments, ensuring the smooth operation of production processes.

• BENTLY Proprietary Protocol: Used for communication with software packages of the 3500 series, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of data interaction within BENTLY's own system architecture. In the equipment health management system built based on the BENTLY 3500 series vibration monitoring system, with the help of this proprietary protocol, the 136188-02 module can closely cooperate with other modules in the system, providing detailed and reliable data basis for equipment operation status evaluation.

• 
  

• Analog Signal Processing: It can accurately process common analog signals such as 0-10VDC and 4-20mA DC, providing support for connecting analog sensors such as vibration sensors, pressure sensors, and temperature sensors. In the monitoring of generator sets in the power industry, by collecting analog signals output by vibration sensors, the module can real-time analyze the vibration status of the generator during operation and timely detect potential mechanical failure risks.

• Digital Signal Processing: It supports connecting digital sensors such as switch sensors and proximity switches to obtain digital information such as equipment switch status and position signals. In industrial automated production lines, the digital signal processing function can accurately determine the position of materials and the start-stop status of equipment, providing key status feedback information for the orderly advancement of automated production processes.

It is equipped with a large-capacity memory and has strong data storage and processing capabilities. In complex industrial automation systems, it can easily handle both a large amount of continuously collected equipment operation data and data that needs to be temporarily cached during data communication. For example, in the chemical production process, a large number of sensors collect real-time data such as temperature, pressure, and flow rate. The 136188-02 module can efficiently store these data and perform preliminary analysis and processing according to preset algorithms, providing valuable data support for subsequent production decisions.

• Redundancy Design: Redundancy technology is adopted in the hardware circuit design to ensure that the continuity of data collection and transmission is not affected when some circuits fail. This is crucial for industrial scenarios with extremely high requirements for equipment operation stability, such as aerospace engine monitoring and petrochemical key equipment monitoring, which can effectively avoid production interruptions and safety accidents caused by module failures.

• Durable Materials and Craftsmanship: High-quality, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant electronic components and shell materials are selected, and assembled through advanced manufacturing processes. This enables the module to adapt to harsh industrial environments, whether in high-temperature and high-humidity chemical workshops or dusty and strong electromagnetic interference metallurgical factories, it can operate stably, ensuring the normal conduct of data processing and communication work.

• Operating Voltage: Supports DC 5V or DC 24V power supply. Users can flexibly choose according to actual application scenarios and system power configurations, improving the module's applicability in different power environments.

• Input Voltage Range: Some data shows that its input voltage range can reach DC 10-50V, demonstrating good voltage adaptability, which can effectively cope with possible voltage fluctuations in industrial sites and ensure stable operation of the module.

• Output Power: The maximum output power can reach 300W, which can provide sufficient power support for connected sensors, actuators, and other equipment, meeting different load requirements.

• Contact Capacity: For the output of control signals, it has a certain contact capacity. For example, when controlling actuators such as relays and valves, it can ensure the reliability and stability of signal transmission, realizing precise control of equipment.

• 
  

• Dimensions: Compact design, with common dimensions of approximately 117mm x 32mm x 115mm. This small size allows for easy installation even when the internal space of the equipment is limited, without occupying too much valuable installation space.

• Weight: Approximately 0.2kg or 0.38kg-0.5kg (slight differences in different data). The light weight not only facilitates transportation but also reduces the difficulty of operation during equipment installation and maintenance, improving work efficiency.

• Protection Level: The protection level reaches IP67, which can effectively prevent dust and water. Even in dusty and humid harsh industrial environments, it can provide reliable protection for the electronic components inside the module, ensuring its stable operation.

• 
  

• Operating Temperature Range: The operating temperature range is wide, usually -40℃ to +70℃ or -40℃ to +85℃ (varies in different application environments). Whether in cold northern industrial areas, hot southern factory workshops, or even some high-temperature industrial production sites such as metallurgy and glass manufacturing, it can operate stably, ensuring uninterrupted data processing and communication.

• Storage Temperature Range: The storage temperature range is also relatively wide, and it can be safely stored in the temperature range of -55℃ to +125℃, meeting the environmental temperature requirements during long-term storage and transportation.

• Generator Set Monitoring: Connect various sensors such as vibration sensors and temperature sensors to real-time monitor parameters such as vibration, temperature, and speed of generator sets. Through accurate analysis of these parameters, problems such as imbalance, bearing failure, and overheating during unit operation can be timely detected, providing strong guarantee for the safe and stable operation of the unit and reducing the risk of power outages caused by equipment failures.

• Steam Turbine and Compressor Monitoring: During the operation of steam turbines and compressors, the 136188-02 module is used to collect signals such as vibration, pressure, and flow rate of the equipment, combined with advanced data analysis algorithms to realize real-time evaluation of the equipment operation status. Once an abnormality is found in the equipment, an alarm can be quickly issued and corresponding control measures can be taken to avoid equipment damage and ensure the continuity and stability of power production.

• 
  

• Pump and Compressor Monitoring: In the petrochemical production process, pumps and compressors are crucial equipment. The 136188-02 module can conduct comprehensive monitoring of the operation status of pumps and compressors, including parameters such as vibration, temperature, pressure, and flow rate. Through real-time monitoring and analysis of these parameters, potential faults such as equipment wear, leakage, and blockage can be timely found, maintenance plans can be arranged in advance, equipment downtime can be reduced, production efficiency can be improved, and production costs can be reduced.

• Monitoring of Key Equipment such as Reactors: For key equipment such as reactors in petrochemical production, the module can connect various sensors to real-time monitor parameters such as temperature, pressure, and liquid level in the reactor, as well as the operation status of the agitator. Through accurate collection and transmission of these data, precise control of the reaction process can be realized, ensuring the safety and stability of the production process, and improving product quality and production efficiency.

• 
  

• Mechanical Equipment Monitoring: During the operation of various mechanical equipment in the manufacturing industry, such as machine tools, injection molding machines, and packaging machines, the 136188-02 module can real-time collect parameters such as vibration, displacement, and speed of the equipment to monitor and evaluate the operation status of the equipment. By timely discovering potential equipment faults and conducting maintenance in advance, the service life of the equipment can be effectively extended, equipment maintenance costs can be reduced, and production efficiency and product quality can be improved.

• Automated Control of Production Processes: As an important part of the industrial automation control system, this module can work together with control equipment such as PLC and DCS to realize automated control of production processes. By collecting data from various sensors on the production line and accurately transmitting control commands to actuators, precise control of the production process can be realized, and the degree of automation and production efficiency can be improved.

• 
  

• Engine Monitoring: In the research, development, and operation of aerospace engines, it is necessary to real-time and accurately monitor parameters such as vibration, temperature, and pressure of the engine. With its high reliability and high-precision data collection and processing capabilities, the 136188-02 module can connect various sensors to conduct comprehensive monitoring of the engine's operation status, providing important data support for engine performance optimization, fault diagnosis, and maintenance, and ensuring aerospace flight safety.

• Transmission System Monitoring: The transmission system of aerospace vehicles is crucial for flight safety. By collecting parameters such as vibration, speed, and torque of the transmission system through the 136188-02 module, the operation status of the transmission system can be real-time evaluated, potential fault risks can be timely found, the stable operation of the transmission system can be ensured, and reliable guarantee for the safe flight of the vehicle can be provided.