Description
1. At-A-Glance Executive Brief
- Model: 172103-01 (3500/65 I/O Module)
- Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes)
- Part Type: RTD / Isolated Tip TC I/O Module with Internal Terminations
- Lifecycle status: Active / Maintained Machinery Protection Support
- Weight: 0.45 kg
- System compatibility: Bently Nevada 3500 Monitoring System (3500/65 16-Channel Temperature Monitor)
2. Technical Introduction
Critical rotating machinery in power generation and oil & gas plants relies on continuous thermal tracking to prevent catastrophic bearing failures or overheating conditions. When signal degradation or hardware faults occur within temperature monitoring pathways, plant operators face reduced visibility into machine health. The Bently Nevada 172103-01 (paired with the 3500/65 monitor) handles up to 16 channels of RTD and isolated tip thermocouple inputs. Featuring internal terminations, it conditions field signals and maps them against programmable alarm setpoints to ensure reliable protection and condition monitoring.
3. Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes) |
| Part Number | 172103-01 |
| Series | 3500 / 65 Temperature Monitor System |
| Termination Type | Internal Terminations |
| Input Channel Capacity | 16 Channels (RTD or Isolated Tip TC) |
| Supported Inputs | 3-wire/4-wire RTD, Types E, J, K, T Thermocouples |
| Physical Dimensions | 241.3 mm x 24.4 mm x 99.1 mm (1 full-height rear slot) |
| Environmental Tolerance | Please refer to the OEM datasheet for complete environmental tolerances. |
4. Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
- Termination Style Verification: Because this module utilizes internal terminations (172103-01), field wiring connects directly to the rear connector plug of the I/O module. Ensure external termination blocks are not incorrectly specified for this part variation.
- TMR Configuration Alignment: When deploying this module inside Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) rack setups, ensure that all three adjacent monitor slots match revision levels and configuration parameters to maintain proper hardware voting logic.
5. Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Prior to distribution, each module undergoes rigorous testing on a specialized 3500 rack test simulator. We verify channel accuracy across multi-point temperature simulation ranges for both RTD and thermocouple inputs, check internal power bus stability, and validate rear connector pin integrity. Comprehensive quality inspection reports and functional test logs are available upon request.
6. Buyer’s FAQ
- Q: What warranty coverage is included with this I/O module?
A: All hardware purchases are backed by a standard 12-month replacement warranty covering structural and operational performance from the invoice date.
- Q: How is the component packaged for safe transit?
A: Every unit is securely sealed in anti-static shielding bags, surrounded by high-density protective foam, and packed inside a rigid corrugated container to prevent shipping damage.
- Q: Is this part supplied as new surplus or refurbished?
A: Inventory status is precisely designated as either New Surplus (NSFP) or fully tested factory-refurbished hardware; contact our sales team to verify current batch availability.
