BENTLY NEVADA 3500/22M 138607-01
System Communications Interface Module ⚙️
🌐 Product Overview
The Bently Nevada 3500/22M 138607-01 is a high-performance System Communications Interface (SCI) module designed for the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System. It serves as the central communication link between the 3500 rack and external monitoring or control networks, enabling seamless data transfer, configuration updates, and remote diagnostics. The 3500/22M provides enhanced communication flexibility with Ethernet connectivity, redundant network options, and real-time system monitoring capabilities.
Built with advanced digital processing and fault-tolerant architecture, this module ensures reliable operation in harsh industrial environments. Its modular design allows easy installation and replacement without disturbing other system components, supporting efficient system maintenance and minimizing downtime in critical operations such as power generation, oil & gas production, and turbine monitoring.
⚙️ Technical Datasheet
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 3500/22M |
| Part Number | 138607-01 |
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada (GE Measurement & Control) |
| Module Type | System Communications Interface Module |
| Communication Ports | Dual Ethernet 10/100Base-T, RS-232 serial |
| Protocol Support | Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, Proprietary Bently Protocol |
| Data Interface | Real-time system data, event logs, configuration access |
| Redundancy | Optional dual-module redundancy for high reliability |
| LED Indicators | Power, TX/RX activity, status, and fault indicators |
| Power Consumption | <6 W |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V DC (supplied from rack backplane) |
| Operating Temperature | –30°C to +65°C |
| Storage Temperature | –40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity Range | 0–95% non-condensing |
| Mounting | Slot-mounted in 3500 rack |
| Compliance | CE, UL, CSA, ATEX, IECEx |
| Dimensions | Standard 3500 half-height module |
| Weight | Approx. 0.35 kg |
🔧 Installation & Maintenance
The 3500/22M module installs directly into a designated slot within the 3500 rack, connecting automatically through the backplane interface. Each module is factory-calibrated, ensuring consistent accuracy across system replacements. For optimal reliability, users should verify network cable integrity and confirm that firmware versions match the rack’s configuration. Routine firmware updates and log monitoring are recommended to ensure optimal communication performance and system security.
Its rugged design minimizes internal component wear, and the lack of moving parts ensures maintenance-free operation under continuous industrial workloads.
🧭 Industrial Application
The 3500/22M 138607-01 plays a vital role in the turbomachinery protection ecosystem, providing continuous communication between machine condition monitoring subsystems and supervisory control systems. It is widely adopted in industries such as:
- Power generation (gas and steam turbines)
- Oil and gas extraction and refining
- Petrochemical production facilities
- Marine propulsion and compressor stations
- Pulp and paper manufacturing
By enabling real-time data access and alarm management, the 3500/22M ensures fast response to vibration anomalies, supporting predictive maintenance strategies and avoiding unplanned shutdowns.
📰 Industrial Insight
With the increasing adoption of Industry 4.0 principles, communication modules like the 3500/22M have become fundamental to the digital transformation of industrial maintenance systems. The shift from reactive to predictive analytics has accelerated the integration of vibration monitoring and diagnostic modules with centralized data networks.
Bently Nevada continues to lead in reliability engineering, with the 3500 platform recognized as a global benchmark for rotating machinery protection and condition monitoring. The growing demand for connected industrial assets highlights the importance of robust communication backbones such as the 3500/22M, which bridge real-time sensor data with enterprise-level analytics.
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