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SKU: 135813-01

Bently Nevada 135813-01 3500/94 Display Interface I/O Module

The Bently Nevada 135813-01 is the dedicated rear I/O interface for the 3500/94 display monitor. It provides the essential video and communication links for local machinery data visualization.

Technical Specification Overview

The Bently Nevada 135813-01 functions as the critical Rear I/O (Input/Output) Module for the 3500/94 VGA Display Monitor. This module facilitates the hardware connection between the 3500 Machinery Protection System backplane and the external display units used for local data visualization. By converting internal system data into standard video and communication signals, the 135813-01 enables operators to view real-time vibration, temperature, and status information directly at the machine deck or on the cabinet door without requiring a separate workstation.

Design and Functional Capabilities

Engineers designed the 135813-01 to support high-speed data transfer and clear video output within the electrically noisy environments of power plants and refineries. This module installs into the rear slot of the 3500 rack, specifically aligned with the 3500/94 monitor module located in the front. Furthermore, the unit features dedicated ports for video transmission and communication, ensuring that the local display remains synchronized with the rack’s internal protection logic.

  • Manufacturer: Bently Nevada
  • Model Number: 135813-01
  • Module Type: Display Interface I/O Module
  • Compatibility: 3500/94 VGA Display Monitor
  • Mounting: Rear slot of the 3500 Machinery Protection System rack
  • Ports: VGA Video Output and 3500 System Communication interfaces
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
  • Net Weight: 0.42 kg
  • Dimensions: 2.5 x 24.1 x 10.2 cm

Operational Impact and Industrial Applications

This I/O module actively supports plant safety by providing immediate local visibility into asset health. Consequently, technicians can perform on-site troubleshooting and verify alarm statuses without relying on the control room’s Distributed Control System (DCS). Because the 135813-01 drives the 3500/94 display, it plays a vital role in commissioning and maintenance phases where real-time bar graphs and event lists are essential for verifying sensor calibration and system logic.

Key applications include:

  • Local Monitoring: Driving cabinet-mounted displays for steam turbine and centrifugal compressor protection.
  • Diagnostics: Providing local access to 3500 system event logs and alarm history.
  • Redundant Protection: Ensuring data visualization is available even if the plant network or HMI experiences an outage.

Mechanical Integrity and Reliability

To ensure long-term durability, Bently Nevada utilizes industrial-grade materials that resist the effects of high-frequency mechanical vibration and corrosive atmospheres. The 135813-01 features gold-plated connectors to maintain low-resistance signal paths, which prevents video flickering or data dropouts. Additionally, the module’s hardware architecture is designed to handle the high thermal loads found inside enclosed instrumentation cabinets, ensuring that local monitoring remains active during peak summer operations or high-load events.