Bently Nevada 3500/05-02-04-01-00-00 3500 Series System Rack

Product Overview

The Bently Nevada 3500/05-02-04-01-00-00 provides the essential structural and electrical framework for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. This 14-slot system rack houses all monitoring modules and power supplies, facilitating high-speed communication across the digital backplane. It distributes power efficiently to each installed component, ensuring continuous health monitoring for critical rotating assets. We offer this rack in 100% brand new, original factory condition to maintain the highest safety standards for your industrial operations.

Part Number Breakdown: 3500/05-02-04-01-00-00

• 3500/05: System Rack Main Series.

• -02: Bulkhead Mount Option (Mounts against walls or panels without rear access).

• -04: Full-size 14-slot Rack (Maximum module capacity).

• -01: CSA/NRTL/C (Class 1, Division 2) Agency Approval.

• -00: No display option.

• -00: Standard configuration.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)

• Rack Type: Full-size 19-inch EIA compatible infrastructure

• Module Slots: 14 available slots for monitors and gateways

• Mounting Configuration: Bulkhead Mount (Front access only)

• Power Distribution: Integrated backplane for centralized DC power delivery

• Dimensions: 5.1 cm x 20.3 cm x 33.0 cm

• Weight: 5.95 kg (Approx. 13.1 lbs)

• Condition: 100% Brand New, Original Packaging

Engineering Advantages

The 3500/05-02-04-01-00-00 addresses complex installation challenges through specialized mechanical design:

• Front-Access Efficiency: The bulkhead mount design solves the "limited space" constraint. This configuration allows technicians to mount the rack directly against walls or solid panels. Since the module does not require rear access for wiring or maintenance, it fits perfectly in shallow enclosures or tight machine skids.

• High-Capacity Monitoring: The 14-slot backplane manages entire machinery trains—including turbines, compressors, and pumps—within a single footprint. This centralization simplifies the integration of vibration, thrust, and temperature data into your plant-wide DCS.

• Hazardous Area Safety: This rack carries the -01 CSA Class 1, Division 2 approval. It operates safely in environments where flammable vapors may exist, providing a robust solution for oil and gas or chemical processing facilities.

• Structural Resilience: Bently Nevada engineers the rack to neutralize the effects of industrial vibration. The secure bulkhead clamping system prevents mechanical resonance from affecting the electrical contact between the modules and the backplane connectors.

FAQs

• Can I install this rack in a standard 19-inch server rack?

  While this is a full-size rack, the "02" mounting option is specifically for Bulkhead mounting. For standard 19-inch rail mounting, you would typically select the "01" rack mount option. However, this bulkhead version provides the most flexibility for wall-mounting applications.

• Does the rack include the internal power supply?

  No. The 3500/05 provides the chassis and backplane. You must purchase 3500/15 power supply modules separately to distribute power to the monitoring cards.

• How does the bulkhead mount handle field wiring?

  The bulkhead version utilizes front-access wiring terminations. This ensures that all cable entries and module replacements occur from the front of the rack, eliminating the need to leave a gap between the rack and the mounting wall.

• Is this a genuine Bently Nevada product?

  Yes. We guarantee that every 3500/05-02-04-01-00-00 is 100% brand new and original. Each unit ships in its original manufacturer packaging and includes a full 1-year warranty.