Conventions
Conventions
This application note provides a set of
conventions to provide order and meaning to how transducers relate to their mounting and
the machine.
Motion Towards
Vibratio |
Eccentricity
Eccentricity
Shaft Eccentricity plays a very important role
as part of a Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) System on large steam turbines and
should be included in retro-fit p |
Eddy Current (Proximity Probe) Transducer Installation: Part 1 Radial Vibration
Eddy Current (Proximity Probe) Transducer Installation: Part 1 Radial Vibration
Eddy Current Transducers (Proximity Probes) are
the vibration transducer of choice when installing vibrat |
Field Wiring
Field Wiring
There are a number of items to consider when installing a
permanently mounted vibration monitoring system. One of the most critical
considerations is the selection and insta |
Reciprocating Compressors
Reciprocating Compressors
Reciprocating
Compressors are utilized in all manufacturing industries. Because these machines
are capable of providing high pressure along with variable loading, |
Thrust Position
Thrust Position
Thrust Position Monitoring was one of the
earliest applications for Eddy Current Transducers. When utilized for this application, it
is one of the most important componen |
Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation: Shell or Case Expansion
Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation: Shell or Case Expansion
Shell or Case Expansion is a very important
measurement as part of a Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI) System for la |
Valve Expansion
Valve Expansion
Valve position measurements are an important
aspect of a complete Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation system. Typically, the Main Steam
Control (or Throttle) Valve is |
Velocity Transducer Installation
Velocity Transducer Installation
The velocity pickup is a very popular transducer
or sensor for monitoring the vibration of rotating machinery. This type of vibration
transducer installs |