Bently Nevada 176449-02 Proximitor Seismic Monitor

The 176449-02 is a high-performance Proximitor Seismic Monitor developed by Bently Nevada, a division of Baker Hughes. It is engineered for precision monitoring of low-frequency vibration and seismic activity in industrial rotating machinery.

With modular construction and field-proven reliability, the 176449-02 delivers real-time diagnostic data for predictive maintenance and machine protection systems.

Technical Specifications

Key Features

• The 176449-02 is optimized for use with seismic sensors, offering accurate detection of low-frequency vibration in rotating assets.

• Its compact DIN-rail mountable housing enables easy integration in dense control cabinets or retrofitted installations.

• The module includes built-in filtering that reduces noise while maintaining signal clarity for high-resolution monitoring.

• Bently Nevada designed the 176449-02 with scalable outputs for compatibility with a wide range of PLCs and DCS systems.

• Its sturdy industrial casing ensures operational reliability in high-vibration or temperature-variable environments.

Applications

Engineers frequently install the 176449-02 in machinery skids, power generation systems, and process industry equipment. It supports early detection of imbalance, misalignment, bearing wear, and other structural vibration anomalies.

Combined with the Bently Nevada monitoring platform, the 176449-02 enhances both safety and reliability in mission-critical operations.