Description
Detailed parameter table
| Parameter name | Parameter value |
| Product model | 3500/92 136188-02 |
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada |
| Product category | Machinery Protection System Enhanced Rack Interface Module |
| Core function | Advanced system configuration, diagnostics, and multi-rack synchronization |
| Communication interfaces | 3500 system backplane, 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet, USB-C, redundant Ethernet |
| Supported protocols | 3500 proprietary protocol, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA |
| Management capacity | Supports up to 32 modules per rack, scalable across 32 interconnected racks |
| Data processing | Real-time status monitoring, event logging, alarm aggregation, trend analysis |
| Operating voltage | 5 VDC, ±15 VDC (from 3500/15 133292-01 power supply) |
| Power consumption | 8 W typical, 10 W maximum |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to +70°C (-14°F to +158°F) |
| Form factor | 3500 system rack mount (1 slot width) |
| Dimensions | 133 mm (H) × 72 mm (W) × 229 mm (D) (5.2″ × 2.8″ × 9.0″) |
| Compatibility | 3500/33 149986-01 process monitors, all 3500 series modules, System 1 v6+ |
| Certification | UL, CE, RoHS compliant, IEC 61010-1, IEC 61850-3, ATEX approved |
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Product introduction
The 3500/92 136188-02 from Bently Nevada represents an enhanced generation of central rack interface modules, serving as the intelligent management hub for large-scale 3500 Machinery Protection Systems. This 1-slot rack-mounted module builds upon the capabilities of its predecessor (136180-01) with advanced connectivity, expanded management capacity, and improved diagnostic features, making it ideal for complex industrial monitoring environments requiring seamless coordination between diverse system components.
Unlike basic rack interfaces, 3500/92 136188-02 delivers enterprise-grade system management with multi-rack synchronization and enhanced protocol support, enabling it to serve as the backbone for integrated monitoring solutions that combine process variables from modules like 3500/33 149986-01 with vibration, position, and other mechanical health data. Its robust design and extended environmental tolerance make it suitable for deployment in harsh industrial settings where reliability and performance are critical.
In modern industrial architectures, 3500/92 136188-02 plays a transformative role in bridging operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems. By providing standardized data access to process and machinery health information, it enables advanced analytics, machine learning applications, and remote monitoring capabilities that drive predictive maintenance strategies across power generation, oil and gas, and manufacturing sectors.
Core advantages and technical highlights
Enhanced connectivity and scalability: 3500/92 136188-02 introduces Gigabit Ethernet and redundant network interfaces, significantly improving data throughput and system availability compared to previous models. It supports scalable management of up to 32 interconnected racks (vs. limited single-rack management in older versions), making it suitable for large facilities with distributed monitoring systems. This scalability ensures seamless integration of process data from multiple 3500/33 149986-01 modules across different plant areas.
Advanced protocol support: The module adds OPC UA and enhanced IEC 61850 compatibility to its protocol suite, facilitating secure, standardized data exchange with modern SCADA, DCS, and enterprise asset management systems. This advanced connectivity simplifies integration of machinery health and process data from modules like 3500/33 149986-01 into digital twin platforms and predictive analytics software, enabling more sophisticated condition monitoring strategies.
Improved diagnostic intelligence: Building on basic diagnostic capabilities, 3500/92 136188-02 incorporates advanced fault detection algorithms that identify intermittent issues, communication anomalies, and performance degradation in connected modules. It provides detailed diagnostic information for process monitors like 3500/33 149986-01, including sensor drift analysis, calibration status tracking, and signal quality metrics that enable predictive maintenance of the monitoring system itself.
Precision time synchronization: The module features IEEE 1588 PTP (Precision Time Protocol) support, enabling sub-millisecond synchronization across distributed racks. This precise timing ensures accurate correlation between process events captured by 3500/33 149986-01 modules and mechanical vibrations detected by vibration monitors, even across large plant areas. This capability is critical for root cause analysis of complex issues involving multiple interconnected systems.
Typical application scenarios
In large fossil fuel power plants with multiple generating units, 3500/92 136188-02 modules provide centralized management of distributed monitoring systems spread across turbine halls, boiler houses, and auxiliary equipment areas. Each rack interfaces with 3500/33 149986-01 process monitors tracking cooling water temperatures, fuel pressures, and lubrication system parameters. The interface module synchronizes data across all racks using PTP, enabling plant-wide correlation of process conditions with machinery health metrics. Its OPC UA interface feeds data to the plant’s digital twin platform, supporting advanced performance optimization and predictive maintenance.
Offshore oil and gas platforms utilize 3500/92 136188-02 in redundant configurations to manage critical equipment monitoring systems, including 3500/33 149986-01 modules monitoring separator pressures, pump discharge pressures, and bearing temperatures. The module’s redundant Ethernet interfaces ensure continuous data availability to onshore monitoring centers, while its extended temperature tolerance withstands harsh marine environments. Advanced diagnostics help identify sensor issues in remote locations before they affect monitoring reliability, reducing the need for costly offshore maintenance visits.
Integrated steel mills employ 3500/92 136188-02 to coordinate monitoring across rolling mills, furnaces, and material handling systems. The interface module aggregates process data from 3500/33 149986-01 modules tracking roll temperatures, hydraulic pressures, and cooling water flow with vibration data from rolling mill drives. Its multi-rack management capability enables centralized oversight of dozens of monitoring points, while IEC 61850 compliance facilitates integration with the mill’s smart grid systems, optimizing energy usage based on real-time machinery and process conditions.
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Related model recommendations
3500/33 149986-01: Process variable monitor whose data is managed and synchronized by this interface.
3500/15 133292-01: Power supply module providing stable power for optimal performance.
3500/40M 176449-01: Advanced vibration monitor integrated with this management system.
3500/60 163179-01: Display module receiving aggregated process and machinery data.
3500/53 133388-01: Ethernet communication module enhanced by this interface’s connectivity.
System 1 v6+ Software: Platform for advanced analytics using data from this interface.
3500/05-01-02-00-00-01: Serial communication module coordinated through this interface.
177230-01-01-05: Shielded extension cable supporting sensors in managed systems.
Installation, commissioning and maintenance instructions
Installation preparation: Before installing 3500/92 136188-02, verify the 3500 rack has an available slot (preferably the first slot) and that the 3500/15 133292-01 power supply is properly sized. Configure network parameters (IP addresses, subnet masks, PTP settings) to match plant network architecture. Use shielded Cat 6A Ethernet cables for Gigabit connections, ensuring proper grounding. For redundant configurations, connect primary and secondary networks to separate switches. Confirm the installation environment maintains temperatures within -10°C to +70°C with adequate ventilation.
Maintenance suggestions: Include 3500/92 136188-02 in monthly system health checks, reviewing diagnostic logs for communication errors or synchronization issues with connected modules like 3500/33 149986-01. Verify PTP synchronization status and network redundancy functionality quarterly. Perform firmware updates semi-annually to access new features and security enhancements, coordinating with updates for managed modules. Clean Ethernet ports annually with approved contact cleaner, inspecting for corrosion in harsh environments. Test failover between redundant networks annually by simulating primary path failures.
Service and guarantee commitment
Bently Nevada provides the 3500/92 136188-02 with a 36-month warranty covering manufacturing defects and performance issues under normal operating conditions, including enhanced management capabilities, connectivity features, and synchronization accuracy when used with compatible components like 3500/33 149986-01 and 3500/15 133292-01. Our technical support team offers specialized guidance on large-scale system architecture, network configuration, and advanced integration with IT/OT systems.
We offer comprehensive training on enterprise-level 3500 system management, including multi-rack synchronization, protocol integration, and advanced diagnostics specific to this enhanced interface. Beyond the warranty period, our service agreements include priority technical support, firmware updates, and performance validation services. Bently Nevada’s commitment to quality ensures reliable, scalable management of your machinery protection infrastructure, backed by our global network of experts dedicated to maximizing the performance and longevity of your critical monitoring systems.
