Metrix MX2033 Installation Manual

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RECEIVING, INSPECTING AND HANDLING THE SYSTEM
Metrix ships the probe, extension cable, and driver as separate units that the user intercon-
nects at the installaon site. Carefully remove all equipment from the shipping containers
and inspect it for shipping damage. If you see shipping damage, le a claim with the carrier
and submit a copy to Metrix Instrument Co. Include part numbers and serial numbers on all
correspondence. If no damage is apparent and the equipment is not going to be used imme-
diately, return the equipment to the shipping containers and reseal unl ready for use. Store
the equipment in an environment that is free from potenally damaging condions such as
extreme temperature, excessive humidity, or a corrosive atmosphere.
OVERVIEW
The Metrix Digital Proximity System comes in two versions:
• MX2033 – 3-wire proximity driver
• MX2034 – 2-wire, loop-powered proximity transmier
The followings secons cover each of these in more detail.
MX2033 Three-Wire Proximity Driver
The MX2033 signal output is compable with industry-standard connuous-vibraon moni-
toring systems and is the format specied in API Standard 670. It uses -24VDC excitaon
and provides the output signal in mV/mm, typically 7.87 mV/mm (200mV/mil) for 5 mm and
8mm probes and 3.94 mV/mm (100 mV/mil) for 11 mm probes.
MX2034 Two-Wire Vibraon / Posion / Speed Transmier
The MX2034 signal format is for use when vibraon, axial posion, or rotaonal speed
measurements will be directly connected to a PLC, DCS, SCADA system, or other instrumen-
taon that accepts an ISA standard 4-20 mA signal, without the use of a separate monitor
system. It is powered by +24 VDC, supplied within the current loop. The device is user-pro-
grammable to funcon as either a radial vibraon transmier (where the 4-20 mA signal is
proporonal to peak-peak vibraon amplitude), as an axial posion transmier (where the
4-20 mA signal is proporonal to average probe gap) or as a rotaonal speed transmier
(where the 4-20mA signal is proporonal to sha speed). For convenience when connecng
to signal analyzers, portable data collectors, and test instrumentaon, the raw vibraon /
speed signal is available at a short-circuit protected BNC connector.
INSTALLATION
Probe Installaon
Mount the probe in a simple bracket, such as the Metrix Model 7646, in a tapped hole in
the bearing cap or by means of a Metrix Model 5499 Probe Housing. The laer arrangement
provides an easy means to adjust the probe air gap, especially where the target is some
distance from the outside surface of the machine.
When inserng the probe through the machine case or bearing cap, the signal voltage may
vary widely before the proper gap is obtained. Therefore, be sure the gap is within 0.07” (1.8
mm) of the target before aempng to set the gap electrically. If possible, set the probe gap
while the machine is shutdown, to avoid the danger of damaging the probe in the event that
it touches the sha.

Metrix MX2033 Specifications

General

Brand	Metrix
Model	MX2033
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English