interconnect cable, and interface module. It is intended for critical machinery
gear mesh monitoring.
Caution
If housing measurements are being made for overall protection of the
machine, thought should be given to the usefulness of the measurement for
each application. Most common machine malfunctions (imbalance,
misalignment, etc.) originate at the rotor and cause an increase (or at least a
change) in rotor vibration. In order for any housing measurement alone to be
effective for overall machine protection, a significant amount of rotor vibration
must be faithfully transmitted to the bearing housing or machine casing, or
more specifically, to the mounting location of the transducer.
In addition, care should be exercised in the physical installation of the
transducer. Improper installation can result in a decrease of the transducer
amplitude and frequency of the transducer amplitude and frequency
response and/or the generation of signals which do not represent actual
machine vibration.
Upon request, Bently Nevada can provide engineering services to determine
the appropriateness of housing measurements for the machine in question
and/or to provide installation assistance.
Note: For most applications, the newer 330400 or 330425 accelerometers represent a superior
choice, and are compatible with most installations where the 23732 would be used. See
Specifications and Ordering Information (p/n 141638-01), and consult your local Bently Nevada
Sales or Service Professional.
