Configured for deterministic signal link execution in Bently Nevada machinery protection platforms, the Bently Nevada 16710-20 (16710 Armored Interconnect Cable) provides direct physical/electrical execution. This 20 ft assembly connects high-precision sensors, including the 330400 and 330425 accelerometers, directly to centralized monitoring equipment. The design utilizes a 3-conductor shielded architecture wrapped in interlocking stainless steel armor to preserve signal integrity against external noise and mechanical impact across critical rotating machinery protection loops.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 16710-20 |
| Brand | Bently Nevada |
| Origin | United States |
| Weight | 0.20 kg net (2.0 kg shipping) |
| Dimensions | 2.2 cm x 12.4 cm x 12.6 cm (Package) |
| Operating Temp | -40 deg C to +100 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive Component (N/A) |
| Cable Length | 20 ft (6.1 m) |
| Conductor Configuration | 3-Conductor Shielded, 22 AWG |
| Armor Type | Interlocking Stainless Steel |
| Shielding Type | Integrated EMI/RFI Braided Shield |
| Connector A | 3-Socket Plug |
| Connector B | Terminal Lugs |
| Compatible Transducers | 330400 and 330425 Accelerometers |
The 16710-20 interconnect cable maintains strict capacitance and resistance parameters required for accurate dynamic vibration measurements across Bently Nevada machinery monitoring loops. When interfacing accelerometers or proximity systems, line impedance stability prevents distortion in high-frequency acceleration signals and dynamic gap voltage readings. Proper gap voltage validation (-10 VDC targets) relies on uninterrupted shield continuity to eliminate ground loop offsets. Furthermore, the interlocking metal armor prevents mechanical cross-talk and crosstalk suppression issues caused by cable movement or close proximity to high-voltage power lines in harsh turbine deck installations.
Q: How does the interlocking armor affect ground loop prevention and shield isolation?
A: The interlocking stainless steel armor provides mechanical protection while an isolated internal braid handles electromagnetic shielding. To prevent ground loops, engineers must tie the shield braid to system common at the monitor end only, allowing the armor to remain electrically floating relative to sensor housing common where required by installation codes.
Q: Can the 16710-20 cable be modified or field-cut to shorter lengths?
A: Cutting the cable in the field requires specialized terminating tools to cut back the interlocking armor without damaging the internal 22 AWG conductors or braided shield. For standard installations, using factory-terminated lengths ensures optimal moisture sealing and preserves calibrated loop resistance parameters.
During field deployment, technicians must maintain a minimum bend radius of 50 mm (2.0 inches) along the armored run to prevent mechanical stress on internal 22 AWG conductors and preserve interlocking steel integrity. Secure the cable with coated stainless steel mounting clamps every 0.75 meters along structural supports, avoiding sharp metallic edges that could pinch the outer armor. Ensure the 3-socket plug connector engages the accelerometer threads smoothly, tightening the coupling nut to the specified hand-tight torque plus 1/8 turn. At the terminal block enclosure, strip back the armor clean, route the terminal lugs cleanly into the barrier strip, and anchor the drain wire directly to the designated shield busbar to maintain continuous low-impedance EMI/RFI shielding across the entire monitoring loop.
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