April 22, 2012 - The first wireless condition monitoring system of PRÜFTECHNIK accomplishes three things at the same time: low cost + quick and easy installation + self-contained operation. VIBCONNECT RF does away with cabling between the sensors and the base unit. Instead of that VIBCONNECT RF transfers data via radio signals over a distance of up to 300 meters. The system consists of a central processing unit as well as up to 50 sensor units positioned all over the plant and installed on the machines on site. Each sensor unit comes with a radio module and two sensors, recording not only the vibration signal but also the temperature at the measuring point.
Sensors and wireless module may be installed independently thus ensuring an optimized signal reception and most favourable measuring conditions. For the power supply of a sensor unit three options are available: a lithium battery with an approximately 4-year battery life, a 24-volt power supply, or an energy harvester transforming machine vibrations into electric energy. For wireless transmission the system uses the 868 MHz band in Europe and the 915 MHz band inNorth America which are ideal for any application without wireless long-term communication.
About PRÜFTECHNIK:
The PRÜFTECHNIK group, with subsidiaries and partners in more than 70 countries, is continuing to set new standards with path-breaking technical developments in the sectors of laser and vibration measurement technology for condition monitoring and availability optimization of machines and plants.
