BENTLY 288055-01 Monitor Module

BENTLY NEVADA 288055-01 Monitor Module (3500/22M TDI Module)

 

 

The Bently Nevada 288055-01 is a 3500/22M Transient Data Interface (TDI) Module, used as the main communication and data interface module in the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection System.

Basic Information

• Part Number: 288055-01
• Brand: Bently Nevada (Baker Hughes / GE legacy)
• Series: 3500 System
• Type: Transient Data Interface (TDI) Module
• Function: System communication + data acquisition interface

Technical Specifications

• System Compatibility: Bently Nevada 3500 rack system
• Installation Slot: Slot 1 (next to power supply)
• Communication Ports:
  • 10/100Base-TX Ethernet
  • 100Base-FX Fiber Ethernet
  • USB front configuration port
• Function:
  • Collects steady-state data from monitor modules
  • Captures transient waveform data
  • Transfers data to System 1 / diagnostic software
• Power Consumption: ~10.5 W
• Operating Temperature: -30°C to +65°C
• Mounting: Plug-in rack module
• Hot Swap: Supported

Key Features

• Core communication bridge for 3500 monitoring system
• Supports real-time and transient data acquisition
• Enables connection to System 1 condition monitoring software
• High-speed Ethernet and fiber communication support
• Integrates rack management + data processing functions
• Stable operation in continuous industrial environments

Application Areas

• Power generation (steam & gas turbines)
• Oil & gas industry
• Petrochemical plants
• Compressors and pumps
• Refineries
• Heavy rotating machinery monitoring systems

System Role (Important)

The 288055-01 TDI module is the “brain communication gateway” of the 3500 rack:

• Collects data from all monitor modules
• Manages system configuration
• Sends diagnostic data to external software
• Provides rack-level communication control

Advantages

• Central communication module for full 3500 system
• Supports advanced condition monitoring
• High reliability for 24/7 operation
• Easy integration with industrial Ethernet systems
• Essential for predictive maintenance platforms

Precautions

• Must be installed in Slot 1 only (3500 rack requirement)
• Requires compatible 3500 monitor modules to function
• Do not confuse with relay or I/O modules (different function)
• Ensure proper firmware/software compatibility with System 1
• Handle carefully to avoid backplane connector damage