BENTLY 3500/60

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BENTLY 3500/60

Product introduction

The Bently Nevada 3500/60 is a critical digital output module, designed to translate monitoring system alerts into actionable physical responses for machinery protection. As a bridge between the 3500 series’ monitoring capabilities and real-world control actions, it converts digital signals from modules like the 3500/33-1-00 vibration monitor into relay operations—triggering safety shutdowns, alarms, or maintenance alerts when predefined thresholds are exceeded.

This module operates as a key execution component in the 3500 ecosystem, receiving command signals via the backplane from system controllers or directly from monitoring modules. Its 8 Form C relays provide versatile switching options, making it suitable for applications ranging from activating warning lights to initiating emergency shutdowns of rotating equipment.

Powered by reliable supplies such as the 106M1079-01 or 3500/15 127610-01, the 3500/60 is built to withstand harsh industrial environments, ensuring dependable operation in power plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities. Its seamless integration with the 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 rack interface module allows for remote configuration and status monitoring, enhancing the overall safety and efficiency of machinery protection systems.

Core advantages and technical highlights

High-reliability relay outputs: The 3500/60 features 8 Form C relays (changeover contacts) rated for 5A at 250V AC, ensuring robust performance in demanding applications. With mechanical endurance exceeding 100,000 operations and electrical endurance of 10,000+ cycles, these relays provide long-term reliability for critical safety functions—such as tripping a turbine when vibration from the 3500/33-1-00 exceeds dangerous levels.

Rapid response time: With a relay actuation time of less than 10ms, the module ensures immediate action when critical alarms are triggered. For example, if the 3500/33-1-00 detects a catastrophic vibration spike in a compressor, the 3500/60 can shut down the equipment before damage occurs—far faster than manual intervention or slower electromechanical alternatives.

Seamless system integration: The 3500/60 communicates with the 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 rack interface module via the backplane, enabling remote configuration and status monitoring through 170180-01-00 software. This integration allows engineers to map specific relays to alarms from the 3500/33-1-00 or system faults from the 3500/04-01, creating a fully automated protection loop. The 3500/50 286566-02 operator interface displays relay status in real time, keeping operators informed of active protective actions.

Redundant design options: While the module itself is a single unit, it supports redundant configurations when paired with a second 3500/60 in the rack. This redundancy ensures that critical safety functions (e.g., emergency shutdowns) remain operational even if one module fails—a feature essential for SIL 2/3 safety integrity level applications in process industries.

Typical application scenarios

In a gas turbine power plant, the 3500/60 is integrated into the machinery protection system, with relays mapped to alarms from the 3500/33-1-00 vibration module. When bearing vibration exceeds the “Danger” threshold, the module’s first relay triggers a warning siren, the second activates a red light on the control panel, and the third sends a shutdown signal to the turbine controller. The 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 transmits relay status to the 3500/50 286566-02, allowing operators to acknowledge the event and investigate the cause.

At a chemical processing facility, the module is part of a 火气 protection system, with relays linked to both vibration alarms from the 3500/33-1-00 and fire detection sensors. If a pump’s vibration exceeds safe limits and a heat sensor is triggered, the 3500/60 activates a relay to isolate the pump and shut off fuel valves—preventing potential explosions. The 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 logs the relay action in encrypted form, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

In a paper mill, the 3500/60 controls maintenance alerts for a fleet of motors monitored by 85515-02 transmitters and 3500/33-1-00 modules. When a motor’s bearing temperature (via 85515-02) approaches the warning threshold, a relay activates a work order in the plant’s CMMS system via a PLC interface. The 3500/50 286566-02 displays the alert, allowing maintenance teams to schedule repairs during planned downtime—avoiding unplanned outages.

BENTLY 3500/60

Related model recommendations

3500/05-01-03-00-00-00: Rack interface module that enables remote monitoring and configuration of the 3500/60.

3500/33-1-00: Vibration monitoring module whose alarms trigger relay actions in the 3500/60.

3500/50 286566-02: Operator interface module that displays real-time relay status from the 3500/60.

106M1079-01: Power supply unit providing stable 24V DC to the 3500/60 in mid-sized systems.

3500/15 127610-01: Redundant power supply ensuring the 3500/60 operates during power fluctuations in critical applications.

170180-01-00 software (v6.0+): Tool for configuring relay mappings and monitoring 3500/60 status.

3500/04-01: System monitoring module whose fault alerts can trigger relays in the 3500/60.

Installation, commissioning and maintenance instructions

Installation preparation: Mount the 3500/60 in a single slot of the 3500 series rack, ensuring the system is powered off (via 106M1079-01 or 3500/15 127610-01) during installation. Secure the module with screws torqued to 0.6 Nm, verifying proper alignment with the backplane connector. Connect field wiring to the relay terminals, using color-coded conductors to distinguish between normally open (NO), normally closed (NC), and common (C) contacts. Label each relay channel clearly to avoid misconfiguration.

Commissioning steps: Power on the system and confirm the 3500/60 initializes (indicated by steady power and channel LEDs). Use 170180-01-00 software to map relays to specific alarms—for example, linking Relay 1 to “Danger” alerts from the 3500/33-1-00 Channel 1. Test each relay by simulating its trigger condition and verifying contact operation with a multimeter. Confirm that relay status updates in real time on the 3500/50 286566-02 interface, ensuring operators receive accurate feedback.

Maintenance suggestions: Inspect the 3500/60 quarterly, checking terminal connections for tightness and corrosion. Clean relay contacts annually using manufacturer-recommended procedures to prevent arcing-related degradation. Test relay operation semi-annually by triggering each channel and measuring response time with an oscilloscope (should remain <10ms). Review event logs via the 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 to identify frequent relay activations, which may indicate underlying machinery issues. Replace the module if relays fail to actuate or show excessive contact wear.

Service and guarantee commitment

The 3500/60 is backed by a 24-month warranty covering manufacturing defects, including relay failures, LED malfunctions, or backplane communication issues. During this period, Bently Nevada provides free repair or replacement, along with technical support for configuring relay mappings and integrating with components like the 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 and 106M1079-01.

Our global service team offers 24/7 assistance for troubleshooting relay operations, with remote diagnostics available via the 3500/05-01-03-00-00-00 to verify channel status and trigger conditions. Extended warranty options (up to 4 years) include annual relay contact testing and priority access to replacement modules. Built on Bently Nevada’s commitment to safety-critical performance, the 3500/60 is guaranteed to deliver reliable, rapid response to machinery protection alerts, safeguarding equipment and personnel in industrial environments.