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    Vibration Monitors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Vibration Monitors. Vibration Monitors.
    These monitors are constructed entirely of stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance and are IP68 and IP69K rated for protection from temporary submersion and high-pressure washdowns. Connect to your data collector or programmable logic controller to monitor vibration. The 4-pole micro M12 plug connects to the included cable and socket to quickly connect and disconnect it.
    To view wiring diagrams, select a part number and click Product Detail.
    Housing
    Plug
    Power Cord
    Measures
    Vibration
    Speed Range, mm/s
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Output Analog
    Signal
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Mounting Stud
    Thread Size
    No. of
    Poles
    Connection
    Connection
    No. of
    Wires
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Includes
    Each
    Vibration0 to 2510 to 1,0004 mA to 20 mA9.6 to 322 1/2"7/8"-10 to 210M8
    4M12M12416IP68, IP69K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    ISO 10816One 1/4"-28 Male Adapter, One 1/4"-28 to M8 Male Adapter3738T10000000
    Vibration0 to 5010 to 1,0004 mA to 20 mA9.6 to 322 1/2"7/8"-10 to 210M8
    4M12M12416IP68, IP69K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    ISO 10816One 1/4"-28 Male Adapter, One 1/4"-28 to M8 Male Adapter3738T12000000
    Accessories for Vibration Monitors

    Acceleration Sensors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Monitors. Acceleration Sensors, Single-Axis Accelerometer.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Monitors. Acceleration Sensors, Three-Axis Accelerometer.

    Single-Axis

    Accelerometer

    Three-Axis

    Accelerometer

    Image of Specification. A-Code, 4-Pole Male. Front orientation. 4 Poles. Acceleration Sensors.

    A-Code,

    4-Pole

    Male

    Image of Specification. A-Code, 5-Pole Male. Front orientation. 5 Poles. Acceleration Sensors.

    A-Code,

    5-Pole

    Male

    Gauge your machine’s health with more precision than vibration monitors. These sensors measure acceleration, vibration, and frequency. Mount them to motors, fans, and gearboxes. Made entirely of stainless steel, they stand up to prolonged exposure to water and mild chemicals. These sensors use the IEPE communication protocol, so you can connect them to a vibration controller or edge device.
    All of these sensors are IP67 rated to block out dust and water if briefly submerged.
    Three-Axis Accelerometer—Three-axis sensors pick up motion in three directions—up and down, side to side, and back and forth—for a more comprehensive assessment than single-axis sensors.
    IP68 Enclosure Rating and IP69K Enclosure Rating—IP68 and IP69K rated sensors also stand up to spraying water during high-pressure washdowns.
    No.
    of
    Accel. Range,
    g
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Vibration Accel.
    Range, g
    Accuracy
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Cord
    Included
    Current Output,
    mA
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Mounting Fastener
    Thread Size
    Wires
    Poles
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Single-Axis Accelerometer
     
    M12 Connection
    -80 to 802 to 10,000-50 to 50±5%No0.5 to 810 to 12-65 to 2551/4"-28
    4IP67
    CE Marked
    6196N110000000
     
    Three-Axis Accelerometer
     
    M12 Connection
    -40 to 400 to 4,500-40 to 40±10%No4 to 611 to 16-20 to 185M5
    5IP67, IP68, IP69K
    UL Listed, CE Marked
    6196N13000000
     
    Wire Lead Connection
    -40 to 400 to 4,500-40 to 40±10%33Yes4 to 611 to 16-20 to 185M5
    5IP67, IP68, IP69K
    UL Listed, CE Marked
    6196N14000000
     
    Cords

    Vibration Meters

    Image of System. Meter with Probe (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Vibration Meters. Vibration Meters.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. LCD Display. Vibration Meters.

    Meter with Probe (Sold

    Separately)

    LCD

    Display

    In addition to vibration, these meters measure acceleration, frequency, speed, displacement, and temperature. Use them to gauge the health of your bearings and machines. Onscreen analytics allow you to instantly check the condition of your equipment. These meters store up to 3,500 readings in memory, and you can transfer them to your computer with a USB cord (not included) to track trends.
    Cannot Be Sold To—Import regulations restrict sales to the listed areas.
    Measures
    Vibration Freq.
    Range, vpm
    Accel. Range,
    g
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Speed Range,
    in/sec
    Displacement
    Range, mil
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Accuracy
    Max. Reading
    Display Time, min.
    Probe
    Lg.
    Batteries
    Included
    Container
    Type
    Digital Display
    Type
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    Vibration, Acceleration, Frequency, Displacement, Speed, Temperature600 to 60,0000.01 to 5010 to 1,0000.06 to 3071 to 4,8890 to 390±5%31/64"YesCaseLCDCanada8721T2000000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Vibration Meters

    Vibration Switches with Digital Display

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Switches. Vibration Switches with Digital Display.
    Image of Specification. Digital Display. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Vibration Switches. Vibration Switches with Digital Display.
    Image of Specification. 5-Pole M12 Electrical Connection. Front orientation. 5 Poles. Vibration Switches with Digital Display.
    Image of Specification. 4-Pole Nano M8 Socket. Front orientation. 4-Pole Electrical Socket. Vibration Switches with Digital Display.

    Digital Display

    5-Pole M12

    Electrical

    Connection

    4-Pole

    Nano

    M8

    Socket

    A built-in display makes it easy to view vibration levels, warnings, and the status of these switches. Use the push-buttons to set and adjust activation points for vibration as well as a start delay to avoid false triggering from start-up vibration. Memory storage captures readings at regular intervals, which lets you analyze your process. These switches have a 5-pole M12 plug that connects to cables with a socket (sold separately), so you can quickly connect and disconnect them. Switches meet American, Canadian, and European safety standards.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—They are IP67 rated for protection from dust and brief submersion.
    ISO 10816—They also meet ISO standards for vibration monitoring.
    Activation
    Point
    5-Pole Micro M12 Connection
    4-Pole Nano M8 Socket
    Housing
    No. of Activation
    Points
    Range,
    mm/s
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    No. of
    Poles
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Signal
    Type
    Output Analog
    Signal
    Electrical
    Socket No.of Poles
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Signal
    Type
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Mounting Stud
    Thread Size
    Includes
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    1 Off or 1 On Switch Starting Position
    20 to 5002 to 1,00059.6 to 30Analog, Digital4 mA to 20 mA45Digital1.42"1 1/2"2 1/2"-20 to 140M8
    One M5 × M8 Mounting AdapterIP67
    ISO 108165182N110000000
     
    Accessories for Vibration Switches

    Vibration Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Vibration Switches. Vibration Switches.
    Two easy-to-set dials allow you to adjust a set activation point for vibration as well as a time delay to avoid false triggering from start-up vibration. An LED alarm signals if the set activation point is exceeded. Plug the included cable into your data collector or programmable logic controller.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—These switches are IP67 rated for protection from dust and temporary submersion.
    Activation
    Point
    Housing
    Power Cord
    Range,
    in/sec
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Output Analog
    Signal
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Mounting Stud
    Thread Size
    Electrical
    Connection Type
    Connection
    No. of
    Wires
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Includes
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    1 On Switch Starting Position
     
    SPST-NC
    0 to 110 to 1,0004 mA to 20 mA18 to 322.9"1 1/16"-10 to 175M8
    Plug InM12416Plastic CoverIP67
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    ISO 108161161T110000000
    0 to 210 to 1,0004 mA to 20 mA18 to 322.9"1 1/16"-10 to 175M8
    Plug InM12416Plastic CoverIP67
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    ISO 108161161T12000000
     
    Accessories for Vibration Switches

    Hazardous Location Vibration Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Vibration Switches. Hazardous Location Vibration Switches.
    Get NEMA 4 and IP66 protection from dirt and water. These switches are rated for hazardous locations for Class I, Divisions 1 and 2, Groups C and D; and Class II, Divisions 1 and 2, Groups E, F, and G. If vibration or shock exceeds a set activation point, the contacts actuate to either shut down your machine or activate an alarm. Reset the switch with the push of a button. The activation point is adjustable between 0 to 5 gravity units (g) at 0 to 60 Hz.
    Activation
    Point
    Switching
    Housing
    Conduit
    Mounting
    Slot
    Range,
    g
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage, V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Trade
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Gender
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    1 Off or 1 On Switch Starting Position
     
    SPDT
    0 to 50 to 6015125
    480
    4.2"4 3/4"6"-40 to 1553/4
    NPT
    FemaleNo43/4"3/8"NEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    IP66
    NEMA 4
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified, CE Marked
    1188T310000000
     

    Pocket Vibration Meter Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Meters. Pocket Vibration Meter Sets.
    Image of Specification. Vibrating Reed. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Vibration Meters. Pocket Vibration Meter Sets.

    Vibrating

    Reed

    Diagnose imbalance, misalignment, and bearing wear across a wide range of rotating equipment. Each set includes two meters: one for low-speed vibration and one for higher speed. A flexible steel wire reed detects vibration, and the side scale reads in vibrations per minute (vpm). Because they require no batteries or electronics, these meters stay compact and reliable. Use them for quick spot checks where powered instruments aren't practical. A simple calculation determines motor speed in rpm for engines with multiple cycles.
    Measures
    Container
    Type
    Includes
    Each
    VibrationCaseOne Vibration Meter with 200 vpm-2000 vpm Vibration Range and ±15% Accuracy of Reading
    One Vibration Meter with 2000 vpm-21000 vpm Vibration Range and ±10% Accuracy of Reading
    1353T130000000

    Vibration Meters with Stethoscopes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Meters. Vibration Meters with Stethoscopes.
    In addition to measuring vibration, you can listen to and record machine performance. The magnetic base allows you to mount the probe on a machine for constant readings.
    Measures
    Vibration Freq.
    Range, vpm
    Accel. Range,
    g
    Freq. Range,
    Hz
    Speed Range,
    in/sec
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Accuracy
    Probe
    Lg.
    Batteries
    Included
    Container
    Type
    Digital Display
    Type
    Includes
    Each
    Vibration, Acceleration, Frequency, Speed600 to 600,0000.01 to 19.9910 to 10,0000.01 to 19.99-10 to 120±2%4 1/2"YesCaseLCDPadded Headphones8738T1000000000

    Pocket Vibration Meters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Meters. Pocket Vibration Meters, 200 vpm to 2,000 vpm Vibration Frequency Range.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Vibration Meters. Pocket Vibration Meters, 2,000 vpm to 21,000 vpm Vibration Frequency Range.
    Image of Specification. Vibrating Reed. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Vibration Meters. Pocket Vibration Meters.

    200 vpm

    to 2,000

    vpm

    Vibration

    Frequency

    Range

    2,000 vpm

    to 21,000

    vpm

    Vibration

    Frequency

    Range

    Vibrating

    Reed

    A flexible steel wire reed detects vibration while the scale on the side of the meter indicates the machine vibration in vibrations per minute (vpm). A simple calculation determines motor speed in rpm for engines with multiple cycles.
    Measures
    Vibration Freq.
    Range, vpm
    Accuracy
    Container
    Type
    Each
    Vibration200 to 2,000±15%Case1353T15000000
    Vibration2,000 to 21,000±10%Case1353T1100000
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