3500/92 136188-02 communication gateway module

The 3500/92 136188-02 is a communication gateway module developed by Bently Nevada, specifically designed for the 3500 Series machinery protection system. As a critical "data bridge" between the 3500 system and upper-level monitoring platforms (e.g., DCS, SCADA, or asset management software), it enables standardized data transmission, remote configuration, and system status monitoring. Below is its detailed information:

1. Basic Information

Brand: Bently Nevada
Model: 3500/92
Part Number: 136188-02
Product Type: Communication Gateway Module (for 3500 Series Machinery Protection System)
Form Factor: Half-height module (compatible with 3500 system frames, occupying 1 slot)
Core Role: Translates proprietary data from the 3500 system into industry-standard protocols, enabling seamless integration with external control and monitoring systems.

2. Core Functional Features

The module focuses on reliable data interaction and remote system management, with the following key capabilities:

Multi-Protocol Support: Integrates multiple industry-standard communication protocols to adapt to diverse industrial network environments:
- Ethernet/IP: Enables direct communication with Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley DCS/PLC systems (common in North American industrial sites).
- Modbus TCP/IP: A universal industrial Ethernet protocol, compatible with most DCS (e.g., Siemens, Emerson) and SCADA systems for real-time data reading (e.g., vibration amplitude, temperature) and alarm status transmission.
- Proprietary 3500 Bus Interface: Communicates with the 3500 system’s internal backplane bus to collect data from all monitor modules (e.g., 3500/33, 3500/42M) and upload configuration commands to the system.
Dual Ethernet Ports for Redundancy: Equipped with two independent 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (RJ45 interfaces) that support network redundancy (e.g., ring topology or dual-network backup). This design ensures uninterrupted data transmission even if one network port or cable fails, critical for high-reliability scenarios (e.g., power plant turbines).
Remote Configuration & Diagnostics: Allows engineers to remotely access the 3500 system via the module (using Bently Nevada’s System 1 software or third-party configuration tools). Functions include:
- Modifying alarm thresholds of monitor modules.
- Retrieving historical data (e.g., fault records, vibration trends).
- Performing module self-tests and diagnosing communication faults (e.g., identifying disconnected sensors or failed modules).