The Bently Nevada 161216-02 is a specialized I/O module engineered for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. This module facilitates fiber-optic Ethernet communication via the 100BASE-FX protocol, allowing the 3500 rack to interface reliably with external automation assets, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and SCADA networks. By utilizing fiber-optic transmission, the 161216-02 provides robust immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI), ensuring data integrity in challenging industrial environments such as power generation facilities and oil refineries.
This module is primarily deployed in critical machinery protection applications where long-distance data transmission or high levels of electrical noise make copper-based Ethernet impractical. It is widely used in:
| Model | 161216-02 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Series | 3500 |
| Communication Protocol | 100BASE-FX Ethernet (Fiber-optic) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 deg C |
| Power Input | 24 VDC (via 3500 rack) |
| Mounting | 3500 Rack-mounted |
No, the 161216-02 is specifically designed for 100BASE-FX fiber-optic communication and does not support standard copper RJ45 Ethernet cables.
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