Configured for absolute vibration measurement on bearing housings and machine casings in AMS 6500 Machinery Health System racks, the Emerson A6120 (A6120 Dual-Channel Absolute Vibration Monitor) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Model | A6120 |
| Brand | Emerson Automation Solutions (EPRO Division) |
| Origin | Germany |
| Weight | 1.0 kg maximum |
| Dimensions | Standard 3U plug-in module for AMS 6500 chassis |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 8 W maximum via AMS 6500 backplane |
| Input Channels | 2 independent isolated channels |
| Sensor Compatibility | Electrodynamic velocity sensors and Piezoelectric accelerometers |
| Signal Resolution | 16-bit analog-to-digital conversion architecture |
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz to 1 kHz (Velocity) / 10 Hz to 10 kHz (Acceleration) |
| Measurement Accuracy | Plus or minus 0.25% of full scale |
| Signal Outputs | Dual 0/4-20 mA proportional loops and isolated buffered dynamic outputs |
The module incorporates continuous channel-to-channel and channel-to-backplane galvanic isolation to suppress common-mode electrical noise in high-potentials industrial environments. Raw waveforms from connected accelerometers or moving-coil velocity transducers undergo internal signal conditioning to generate independent 0/4-20 mA current outputs proportional to calibrated RMS, peak, or peak-to-peak parameters. Dedicated diagnostic circuitry provides buffered dynamic signal outputs alongside the primary current loop paths, isolating external analysis hardware from the underlying machinery protection backplane and protecting core loop telemetry from circuit disruptions.
Q: Does the A6120 module accommodate hot-swap extraction and insertion procedures within a live rack environment?
A: Yes. The hardware is designed for insertion into an energized AMS 6500 rack chassis without affecting adjacent monitoring modules, provided the software bypass controls for associated protective relays are activated prior to card replacement.
Q: How does the module execute sensor validation and loop integrity checks?
A: The A6120 features integrated OK-circuit logic that continuously monitors the bias voltage of the inputs. Any open circuit, short circuit, or sensor component failure automatically triggers a fault indicator and prevents false trip conditions.
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