The 136188-02 is a communication module for the 3500 series machine monitoring system, specifically an Ethernet/RS485 Modbus I/O module for the 3500/92 communication gateway module.
Modbus RTU Protocol
Modbus/TCP protocol
Proprietary Bently Nevada protocol
The Bently Nevada 3500/92 Communication Gateway module (utilizing the 136188-02 rear I/O module) provides extensive communication capabilities of all rack monitored values and statuses for integration with process control and other automation systems using both Ethernet TCP/IP and serial (RS485) communications capabilities. It also permits Ethernet communications with 3500 Rack Configuration Software and Data Acquisition Software.The 3500/92 supports the communication interfaces, communication protocols, and other features from the original 3500/90 with the exception of the primary value Modbus registers. The 3500/92 now has a Configurable Modbus Register Utility, which can provide the same functionality originally addressed by the primary value Modbus registers.
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description.
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description.
Oil & Gas
Used for condition monitoring of large water injection pumps and reciprocating compressors on offshore drilling platforms and onshore oilfields, ensuring continuous operation in remote, harsh environments.
Petrochemical & Oil
Uploads bearing temperature and vibration data of cracking gas compressor trains (the core of FCC units) to the DCS, avoiding massive economic losses from unplanned shutdowns.
Power Generation
Used to monitor shaft vibration and axial displacement of steam turbine-generator sets and gas turbines, preventing catastrophic equipment damage caused by unbalance or misalignment.
Nuclear Power
Used for strict safety monitoring of main feedwater pump trains and steam turbines in conventional islands, meeting the nuclear power plant's rigid requirements for high-speed, highly reliable data uploading.
Pulp & Paper
Monitors dryer section bearings and large pulpers on paper production lines, preventing drive chain breakages under continuous high-temperature, high-speed operations.
When installing and maintaining the module, the front 136180-01 main board must be powered down or removed first, hot-swapping the rear 136188-02 module alone while the main board is operational is strictly prohibited to prevent circuit damage. For wiring, the RS485 terminals must be properly shielded and grounded to suppress field electromagnetic interference, and network cables must be kept within official distance limits. During software configuration, ensure that you accurately match the actual hardware I/O type (select the correct Ethernet/RS485 option) in the 3500 software and verify that the Modbus register addresses align with the host DCS/PLC, otherwise communication failures will occur.
136188-02 is a Communication Gateway Ethernet I/O Module
What is the Bently Nevada 136188-02 Communication Gateway Ethernet I/O Module used for?
It is used to provide Ethernet-based communication between a machinery monitoring system and external control or information networks.
What communication protocol does the 136188-02 module support?
The module supports industrial Ethernet communication for reliable data exchange and system integration.
Which systems can integrate with the Bently Nevada 136188-02?
It is designed to integrate machinery protection and monitoring systems with plant control, DCS, or supervisory systems.
How to use the 136188-02 rear module combined with 3500/92 136180-01?
Users connect external Ethernet (RJ45) or serial cables to the rear 136188-02 interfaces. After configuring the protocols (e.g., Modbus) via 3500 software, it uploads rack vibration and position data to DCS or PLC.
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