{"product_id":"bently-nevada-3500-20-01-01-00-rack-interface-module","title":"Bently Nevada 3500\/20-01-01-00 Rack Interface Module","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBently Nevada 3500\/20-01-01-00 Rack Interface Module\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for rack-level data exchange and communication routing in Bently Nevada 3500 Series Machinery Protection System, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBently Nevada 3500\/20-01-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003e3500\/20-01-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRack Interface Module) provides the primary backplane-to-network interface for monitoring modules, enabling deterministic transfer of process variables, alarms, and configuration data to external systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3500\/20\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rack Interface Module (RIM) family designation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e01-01-00\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardware revision and configuration identifier (no functional breakdown provided in source data)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\/20-01-01-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBently Nevada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e241 mm × 24.4 mm × 163 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-30 deg C to +65 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 W typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet TCP\/IP, Modbus, OPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem 1 streaming, transient and steady-state acquisition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlot 1 (mandatory)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot-Swap Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBently Nevada Rack Communication Gateway and System 1 Data Routing Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3500\/20-01-01-00 implements rack-level communication arbitration between monitoring modules and external industrial networks. It operates as the deterministic gateway for alarm, status, and condition data aggregation within the 3500 backplane structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module supports transient capture routing and steady-state data streaming via Ethernet TCP\/IP, enabling synchronized data transfer to System 1 platforms and external OPC\/Modbus clients. Cross-module communication timing is managed through backplane scheduling logic to maintain consistent sampling alignment across vibration and position channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot-swap logic isolates backplane transactions during module insertion or removal, preserving rack configuration integrity while reinitializing network session state after reconnection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is the 3500\/20-01-01-00 required for system operation?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is mandatory and must be installed in slot 1 of every 3500 rack to enable communication and configuration services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does module replacement interrupt rack data acquisition?\u003cbr\u003eA: During hot-swap, backplane communication is temporarily suspended, and data streaming resumes after re-synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which protocols are used for external system integration?\u003cbr\u003eA: The module supports Ethernet TCP\/IP, Modbus, and OPC for external communication interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall only in slot 1 of the 3500 rack; incorrect slot placement prevents system initialization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure Ethernet cabling is isolated from high-noise power conductors to maintain signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify backplane connector alignment before full insertion to avoid pin damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigure IP addressing prior to commissioning for System 1 or OPC connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm OK and TX\/RX LED status after startup before enabling external data routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44306818826328,"sku":"3500\/20-01-01-00","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2039\/0488\/files\/3500203.jpg?v=1782981591","url":"https:\/\/www.industriaxplc.com\/products\/bently-nevada-3500-20-01-01-00-rack-interface-module","provider":"IndustriaX Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}