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Model 649A03 Bearing Fault Detector PLUS Installation and Operating Manual For assistance with the operation of this product, contact PCB Piezotronics, Inc. Toll-free: 800-959-4464 24-hour SensorLine: 716-684-0001 Fax: 716-684-3823 E-mail: imi@pcb.com Web: www.imi-sensors.com...
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Service, Repair, and Return Policies and Instructions The information contained in this document supersedes all similar information that may be found elsewhere in this manual. also good practice to recalibrate after Service – Due to the sophisticated exposure to any severe temperature nature of the sensors and associated extreme, shock,...
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Table of Contents Introduction ..............................Page 3 General Features Operating Principles ............................Page 4 Outputs Installation ................................ Page 7 Direct Adhesive Mount Standard Stud Mount Adhesive Stud Mount Magnetic Mount Wiring ................................Page 11 Programming Software ........................... Page12 Program Installation Running the Software Programming Sections Reading and Writing Parameters...
Introduction The (CS)649AX3-Series Bearing Fault Detector PLUS is a USB-programmable, loop-powered device with 4- 20mA output, all contained in typical vibration sensor housing. It is specifically designed to provide early warning of typical ball/rolling element bearing faults such as cracked races, spalling, brinelling and looseness. It has five modes of detection that are user-selectable by a simple software program through a PC’s USB port- RMS Acceleration, True Peak Acceleration, Compensated Peak Acceleration, Crest Factor and Crest Factor Plus.
Operating Principles Figure 1 – Block Diagram A block diagram is shown above. BFD+ includes an embedded piezoelectric sensor that generates a voltage output that is proportional to the sensed vibration. The output of the sensor is passed through a band-pass filter (250 Hz to 10+ kHz) and then an amplifier.
Outputs True Peak Acceleration Details: This is the highest acceleration value captured within the sampling window. The acceleration signal used for this output is high pass filtered at 250 Hz. Best Uses: This is the best and most commonly used method for early detection of bearing wear for fixed speed machinery.
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Crest Factor Plus Details: This is similar to Crest Factor Plus, but the output has been adjusted such that the value always increases as the bearing condition gets worse. This uses a sum of Crest Factor, RMS Acceleration, and True Peak Acceleration.
Installation When choosing a mounting method, consider closely the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. Typical mounting types are stud, direct adhesive, adhesive mounting base and magnetic mounting base. Stud mounting is highly recommended for the BFD+ since it has a frequency response upwards of 10 kHz and most of the output signals are directly related to high frequency energy.
Standard Stud Mount Procedure This mounting technique requires smooth, flat contact surfaces for proper operation and is recommended for permanent and/or secure installations. Stud mounting is also recommended when testing at high frequencies. Note: Do not attempt mounting on curved, rough or uneven surfaces, as the potential for misalignment and limited contact surface may significantly reduce the sensor’s upper operating frequency range.
Adhesive Stud Mount Procedure Adhesive mounting is often used for temporary installation or when the machine surface cannot be adequately prepared for stud mounting. Adhesives like hot glue or wax work well for temporary mounts; two-part epoxies and quick-bonding gels provide a more permanent mount. Note: Adhesively mounted sensors often exhibit a reduction in high-frequency range.
Magnetic Mount Procedure Magnetic mounting provides a convenient means for making portable measurements and is commonly used for machinery monitoring and other portable or trending applications. Note: The correct magnet choice and an adequately prepared mounting surface are critical for obtaining reliable measurements, especially at high frequencies.
Wiring BFD+ operates from a standard 2-wire, 4-20mA loop. If using a loop powered unit, attach the positive (+) input from the power supply to Pin A on the sensor and the negative (-) input from the power supply to Pin of the sensor.
Programming Software The BFD+ can be user-programmed with either of two optional programming kits, Model 600A21 (non-ROHS compliant) or Model 600A35 (ROHS compliant). Both kits include a USB programmer cable/dongle (Model 600A21 kit includes Model 070A89 cable; Model 600A35 kit includes Model 070A103 cable), software (Model EE225) and terminal block/integral cable adapter (Model 042M17).
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After the software completes, the USB driver installer will start automatically. The initial USB installer will look similar to the one below. Figure 15 – WinUSB Driver Installation Screen The drivers will now be properly installed and you should get the following screen. Click “Finish”. The software is now ready to use.
Running the Software Connect the USB programmer cable to a USB port on the PC and then run the software from the Start | All Programs | PCB EE225 Software menu item. Initially the screen will appear as in Error! Reference source not found. with a yellow bar and status indicating ‘Initializing…’...
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To select a device, click on the Device Select pull down menu and select the device you’d like to program. In this case, select 649A03. Figure 19 – Device Selection Once a product is selected, the software will prompt you to confirm connection of the sensor to the PC using the USB programmer cable.
Programming Sections The screen has three sections: 649A03 Sensor Data – This section displays the current vibration data in g’s peak, g’s RMS and HF g’s RMS (g’s RMS with 2.5 kHz high-pass filter applied) Actual 649A03 Settings – This section shows the settings currently programmed in the sensor.
Parameter Options There are several parameters that can be programmed to optimize performance of the Bearing Fault Detector Plus. At any point during the programming process, the values can be changed between imperial and metric measurements by clicking the Units dropdown in the top navigation menu and then selecting the appropriate measurement type.
Portable 4-20 mA Loop Calibrator The loop calibrator (Model 699A05) provides 24V loop power and displays the transmitters electrical current output. This can be used with the sensor for measuring baseline values. Visit www.pcb.com for more information on the loop calibrator. Figure 23 –...
Cable Ordering Information Listed below are some of the more popular cables for use with BFD+. For additional information on cable options, visit www.pcb.com and click on the “Cables & Connectors” tab or call IMI for assistance. IMI Part Number: 052 Cable Model Series Polyurethane, Shielded, Twisted Pair Armored Polyurethane, Shielded, Twisted Pair...
Warning 1 – ESD sensitivity The power supply/signal conditioner should not be opened by anyone other than qualified service personnel. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid injury. Warning 2 –...
Warranty IMI instrumentation is warranted against defective material and workmanship for 1 year unless otherwise expressly specified. Damage to instruments caused by incorrect power or misapplication, is not covered by warranty. If there are any questions regarding power, intended application, or general usage, please consult with your local sales contact or distributor.
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Model Number Revision: F BEARING FAULT DETECTOR PLUS 649A03 ECN #: 45941 Performance ENGLISH OPTIONAL VERSIONS Output(Loop power) 4-20 mA 4-20 mA Optional versions have identical specifications and accessories as listed for the standard model except where noted below. More than one option may be used.
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(716) 684-0001 E-MAIL: sales@pcb.com XXX ±.010 XX ± 0.25 OUTLINE DRAWING DWG. NO. ANGLES 2 DEGREES ANGLES 2 DEGREES MODEL (CS)649A03 CODE 45610 IDENT. NO. BEARING FAULT DETECTOR PLUS 52681 FILLETS AND RADII FILLETS AND RADII SCALE: FULL SHEET 1 OF 1 .003 - .005...