Description
Bently Nevada 16710-08 Armored Interconnect Cable
Configured for vibration signal transmission in Bently Nevada 3500 and 3300 series machinery protection systems, the Bently Nevada 16710-08 (base model 16710) provides direct physical and electrical execution between accelerometers and monitoring racks. It carries conditioned dynamic signals from transducers to input modules without intermediate conversion.
Hardware Specifications
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Parameter
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Specification
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Brand
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Bently Nevada
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Model
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16710-08
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Origin
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United States
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Weight
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0.824 kg
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Dimensions
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2.4 m length
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Operating Temp
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-40 degC to 85 degC
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Power Consumption
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Passive component; no power draw
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Conductor Count
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3
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Wire Gauge
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22 AWG (0.5 mm²)
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Shielding
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Foil and braid
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Insulation Material
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PVC
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Operating Voltage
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600 V
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Current Rating
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10 A
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Eddy-Current Probe Scaling and Gap Voltage Validation
The 16710-08 supports eddy-current probe scaling by preserving linear signal amplitude over the full transducer operating range. When interfaced with proximity probes, it maintains stable gap voltage validation targets near -10 VDC, ensuring rotor dynamics measurements remain consistent under varying shaft displacement. Full shielding suppresses cross-talk between adjacent signal pairs in high-density machinery monitoring cabinets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the 16710-08 be hot-swapped while the monitoring system is powered?
A: No. Disconnect power from the associated monitoring module before connecting or disconnecting the cable to prevent transient surges.
Q: Is the armor electrically bonded to the shield?
A: Yes. The stainless-steel armor is bonded to the overall shield to ensure continuous EMI protection and ground reference integrity.
Q: What is the maximum continuous current rating for signal conductors?
A: Conductors are rated for up to 10 A, though typical vibration signal currents are well below this limit.
Field Installation Guidelines
Route the cable separately from high-voltage power conductors to minimize inductive coupling. Maintain minimum bend radius of 10× cable diameter. Terminate the shield at the monitoring rack end using the designated grounding point; do not ground at the transducer end to avoid ground loops. Verify connector seating by applying slight axial force after locking the 3-socket plug. Inspect armor continuity during annual preventive maintenance.
