Description
The BENTLY 3500/33-SIL2-01-R0 is a 16-channel relay module designed for use within the Bently Nevada 3500 machinery protection system in industrial applications, likely targeting applications requiring a Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2 rating. Here’s a breakdown of what we can interpret based on publicly available information:
Core Function:
- Provides sixteen independent relay outputs for various control and protection strategies within a Bently Nevada 3500 system.
Key Characteristics:
- Sixteen configurable relay outputs: Each relay’s activation (energize or de-energize) can be programmed based on user configuration within the 3500 system software.
- Possible Voting Logic Capability: The 3500/33 series generally allows programming relay outputs to require a specific number of input channels to be in an alarm state for activation (e.g., triggering a relay only if 3 out of 16 channels are in alarm). This helps prevent unnecessary shutdowns due to single-point failures. Confirmation for this specific variant (3500/33-SIL2-01-R0) might be limited.
- Full-height module (likely): The absence of a height indicator in the suffix suggests a full-height module, occupying one entire slot within a Bently Nevada 3500 rack.
- SIL 2 Compliance (possible): The “SIL2” in the designation suggests this variant is designed to meet Safety Integrity Level 2 requirements. SIL is a globally recognized standard for safety systems in industries like process, power, and machinery automation. SIL 2 corresponds to a risk reduction level necessary for applications where a failure has a high probability of causing serious injury or fatality.
Understanding the “-01-R0” Suffix:
Due to limitations in publicly available information, the exact meaning of “-01-R0” is uncertain. Here are some possibilities:
- Internal Revision (possible): It could represent an internal revision within the 3500/33-SIL2 series, potentially with minor modifications not significantly impacting core functionalities.
- Revision R0 (possible): “R0” might indicate the initial revision of the SIL2-compliant variant (3500/33-SIL2-01).
Finding Detailed Specifications and User Manuals:
Obtaining a user manual specifically for the 3500/33-SIL2-01-R0 variant might be challenging due to its potential focus on safety-critical applications. Here’s how to find the closest resources:
- Bently Nevada Website: Search for “Bently Nevada 3500/33-SIL2-01-R0” under “Product Literature” or “Downloads” sections on the Bently Nevada website If a dedicated user manual isn’t available, try searching for “Bently Nevada 3500/33 SIL2 Relay Module” or explore the “3500 system manuals” for general relay module functionalities and configuration options.
