Description
The Bently Nevada 3500/05-01-02-00-00-01 is a full-size, 19-inch machinery protection system rack from the Bently Nevada 3500 series. The rack serves as the structural and electrical backbone for machinery monitoring systems, featuring an integrated backplane that enables peer-to-peer module communication and power distribution. This specific configuration is a 14-slot, rack-mountable unit certified for CE compliance, without specialized hazardous area agency approvals.
Commercial Availability & Procurement
| Lifecycle and Logistics | Status & Details |
| Product Condition | New Original (Factory Sealed / New Surplus) |
| Warranty | 12-month comprehensive warranty |
| Availability | In stock; typical global dispatch within 24 to 48 hours |
| Pricing Note | Price is subject to market supply conditions and component availability. Contact our sales engineering desk for a firm, itemized quote. |
Part Number Breakdown & Nomenclature
The structural and regulatory options of the 3500 system framework are explicitly defined by the ordering digits:
- 3500/05: Base Model number for the 3500 series System Rack.
- 01: Rack Size Option – Specifies a full-size 19-inch rack with 14 available instrumentation slots (excluding the mandatory left-hand power supply slots).
- 02: Mounting Option – Designates the Rack Mount configuration, which bolts directly onto standard 19-inch EIA electronic equipment racks.
- 00: Agency Approval Option – None (Standard industrial area application rating, no specific regional explosion-proof certifications such as North American Class 1 Div 2 or ATEX/IECEx Zone 2).
- 00: Reserved – Factory default option code.
- 01: European Compliance Option – CE Certified.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Value |
| Number of Usable Instrumentation Slots | 14 slots (Positions 1 and 2 are dedicated to the Power Supply and RIM) |
| Mounting Format | 19-inch EIA rack configuration (Rear access required for I/O and field wiring) |
| Backplane Data Bus | High-speed proprietary digital communication lines between monitors |
| Material Construction | High-durability anodized aluminum chassis with integrated card guides |
| Operating Temperature | −30 to +65 °C (−22 to +149 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C (−40 to +185 °F) |
| Relative Humidity | 95% non-condensing operating maximum |
| Physical Dimensions (W x H x D) | 482.6 mm x 265.9 mm x 349.2 mm (19.00 in x 10.47 in x 13.75 in) |
| Net Weight (Empty Chassis) | 4.50 kg (9.92 lbs) |
Field Integration & Slot Allocation Guidelines
When assembling or performing field migration on a 3500/05 chassis, system integrators must adhere strictly to the positional requirements of the architecture to avoid boot failures or hardware damage.
Structural Layout and Slot Assignment
- Power Supply Positions (Left Side): The primary and secondary (redundant) Rack Power Supplies (3500/15) must occupy the far-left positions of the physical chassis backplane.
- Rack Interface Module (RIM): The 3500/22M RIM must be positioned in the dedicated slot immediately adjacent to the power supplies (Slot 1). The RIM controls rack configuration settings and serves as the communication gateway for the system software.
- Instrumentation Slots (Slots 2 through 15): The remaining 14 positions can house any combination of machinery monitors, including proximity modules (3500/42M), aerodynamic/seismic cards, or relay modules (3500/32).
Critical Field Note: Do not force a module into a slot if you feel mechanical resistance. The 3500 series uses explicit keying blocks on the rear of the modules to prevent high-voltage or incompatible cards from mating with incorrect I/O connectors on the backplane. Forcing alignment can permanently damage the backplane pins.
Wiring and Rear Access
Because the -02 option indicates a standard rack-mount design, all physical I/O modules, transducer terminal blocks (Proximitor sensors, RTDs, accelerometers), and field relay wiring are located on and accessed from the rear of the rack. Ensure the enclosure layout provides a minimum of 200 mm of clearance behind the chassis for cable bend-radius tracking and technical maintenance accessibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can a 3500/05 rack with code “00” (No Agency Approvals) be upgraded in the field to Class 1 Div 2 or ATEX ratings?
No. The physical hardware chassis must be ordered from the factory with the respective compliance verification options (e.g., 01 or 02) to officially maintain regulatory compliance on the skid loop. Field modification cannot legally convert an uncertified rack into an explosion-proof or non-incendive assembly.
Q: What is the mechanical difference between Option 01 (Panel Mount) and Option 02 (Rack Mount)?
Option 01 (Panel Mount) is designed to slide into a rectangular cutout on an enclosure door or faceplate and is locked from behind using mechanical panel clamps. Option 02 (Rack Mount) has standard integrated ear-flanges on the front faceplate sides, enabling immediate installation onto commercial 19-inch cabinet rails using standard rack screws.
Q: Is this rack chassis backward compatible with older Bently Nevada 3300 series monitors?
No. The 3500/05 backplane uses a modern digital data architecture and completely different pin/form-factor allocations than the obsolete 3300 series. 3300 series monitoring cards cannot be inserted into a 3500 series system rack under any circumstances.
