Eddy Current (Proximity Probe) Transducer Installation: Part 1 Radial Vibration
Eddy Current (Proximity Probe) Transducer Installation: Part 1 Radial Vibration
Eddy Current Transducers (Proximity Probes) are
the vibration transducer of choice when installing vibrat |
Accelerometer Installation Guide
Accelerometer Installation Guide Table of Contents:
Section I :
Introduction
Section II :
Mounting Accessories
Installation Tools
Adhesives and Sealants
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Accelerometer Transducers and Installation
Accelerometer Transducers and Installation
Accelerometers have been a popular choice for
rotating machinery vibration monitoring. They are a rugged, compact, light weight
transducer wi |
Comparing Vibration Readings
Comparing Vibration Readings
Comparing vibration level readings taken by
different types of instruments and transducers can be very confusing and can lead to
mistrust of the systems involve |
Conventions
Conventions
This application note provides a set of
conventions to provide order and meaning to how transducers relate to their mounting and
the machine.
Motion Towards
Vibratio |
Cooling Tower Fans
Cooling Tower Fans
Cooling Tower Fans have
applications in all industries. They remove heat from other materials, usually water. A
cooling tower may consist of one cell or many individual cells |
Differential / Rotor Expansion
Differential / Rotor Expansion
Differential Expansion (DE) and/or Rotor
Expansion (RE) are very important measurements usually supplied by the Original Equipment
Manufacture (OEM) as part of a |
Eccentricity
Eccentricity
Shaft Eccentricity plays a very important role
as part of a Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) System on large steam turbines and
should be included in retro-fit p |
Field Service
Field Service
Proper installation is critical to the
performance, integrity and credibility of your Vibration Monitoring or Information System.
A proper installation is dependent on, qua |
Field Wiring
Field Wiring
There are a number of items to consider when installing a
permanently mounted vibration monitoring system. One of the most critical
considerations is the selection and insta |
Reciprocating Compressors
Reciprocating Compressors
Reciprocating
Compressors are utilized in all manufacturing industries. Because these machines
are capable of providing high pressure along with variable loading, |
Thrust Position
Thrust Position
Thrust Position Monitoring was one of the
earliest applications for Eddy Current Transducers. When utilized for this application, it
is one of the most important componen |
Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation: Shell or Case Expansion
Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation: Shell or Case Expansion
Shell or Case Expansion is a very important
measurement as part of a Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) System for la |
Velocity Transducer Installation
Velocity Transducer Installation
The velocity pickup is a very popular transducer
or sensor for monitoring the vibration of rotating machinery. This type of vibration
transducer installs |