The VIBRO-METER MPC4 (200-510-064-019) is a critical component of the Meggitt Vibro-Meter VM600 Series Machinery Protection System (MPS). It is a highly versatile machinery protection card designed for continuous online monitoring of various rotating equipment.

Product Description

The MPC4 machinery protection card serves as the brain of the VM600 system, specifically for protection and real-time condition monitoring. The 200-510-064-019 part number indicates a specific configuration within the MPC4 series. This card is engineered to simultaneously measure and monitor up to four dynamic signal inputs (such as acceleration, velocity, and displacement from proximity probes) and up to two speed/tachometer inputs.

Using state-of-the-art Digital Signal Processing (DSP) techniques, the MPC4 card processes these raw signals to provide various physical parameter measurements. These include relative and absolute vibration, Smax, eccentricity, thrust position, absolute and differential housing expansion, and dynamic pressure. It supports programmable broad-band and narrow-band filters, as well as simultaneous amplitude and phase monitoring in order tracking mode. The card also features programmable Alert, Danger, and OK set points, with adaptive alarm levels, and is designed for high reliability and SIL 2 approval (Safety Integrity Level 2), making it suitable for critical applications where safety is paramount.

The MPC4 card requires an IOC4T (Input/Output Card) to form a card pair, with the IOC4T handling the sensor connections and external signal interfaces.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Meggitt (Vibro-Meter® product line)
• Model: VM600 MPC4 Machinery Protection Card
• Part Number: 200-510-064-019
• Inputs:
• Tacho range: 0.016 Hz to 50 kHz.
• DC range: 0 to ±20 V
• AC range: Max. ±10 V
• Frequency band: 0.1 Hz to 10 kHz (vibration), DC to 1 Hz (gap/position)
• Dynamic Signal Inputs: 4 channels per card, programmable for acceleration, velocity, or displacement (proximity) signals.
• Speed/Phase Reference Inputs: 2 channels, individually programmable.
• Processing Capabilities:
• Onboard multi-channel DSP for real-time measurements.
• Relative and absolute vibration, Smax, eccentricity, thrust position, etc.
• Programmable broad-band and narrow-band filters (constant Q filter: Q=28).
• Integration or differentiation, rectification (RMS, mean, true peak, true peak-to-peak).
• Order tracking (amplitude and phase).
• Alarm Programming: Fully programmable Alert and Danger set points, alarm time delay, hysteresis, and latching. Adaptive alarm levels.
• Outputs (via IOC4T card): Processed dynamic (vibration) and speed signals available as analog output signals (e.g., 0-10V or 4-20mA). Buffered (raw) dynamic signal outputs via BNC connectors on the IOC4T.
• Communication: VME bus (D16 / A24 slave mode) for communication within the VM600 rack, RS-232 port for configuration.
• Power Supply: Requires 5 VDC and ±12 VDC supply from the VM600 rack.
• Physical:
• Height: 6U (262 mm, 10.3 in)
• Width: 20 mm (0.8 in)
• Depth: 187 mm (7.4 in)
• Weight: Approximately 0.40 kg (0.88 lb)
• Environmental:
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F)
• Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing.
• Approvals: Designed for high-quality, high-reliability machinery protection, often with SIL 2 approval.

Product Application Cases

The VIBRO-METER MPC4 (200-510-064-019) is a critical component in safeguarding high-value rotating machinery across demanding industrial sectors. Its comprehensive monitoring capabilities make it ideal for:

• Power Generation: Essential for continuously monitoring steam turbines, gas turbines, hydro turbines, and large generators. It detects critical issues like rotor unbalance, misalignment, bearing wear, and shaft cracks, preventing catastrophic failures and ensuring grid stability.
• Oil and Gas Industry: Used on compressors (centrifugal and reciprocating), large pumps, and fans in refineries, pipelines, and offshore platforms. It provides crucial insights into machine health, helping to prevent costly downtime, optimize operations, and enhance safety in hazardous environments.
• Petrochemical and Chemical Processing: Applied to protect various rotating equipment such as reactors, mixers, and large pumps/compressors, ensuring continuous production and safety in complex chemical processes.
• Pulp and Paper Industry: Monitors dryer sections, refiners, and large motors in paper mills, where continuous and reliable operation is vital for product quality and throughput.
• Heavy Industrial Manufacturing: Utilized in steel mills, cement plants, and mining operations to monitor large motors, gearboxes, fans, and conveyor systems, helping to reduce maintenance costs and improve overall operational efficiency.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS • From the Vibro-Meter® product line • Continuously online machinery protection card • Real-time measurement and monitoring using state-of-the-art DSP techniques • 4 dynamic signal channels and 2 tachometer (speed) channels, all individually programmable • Programmable broad-band and narrow-band filters • Simultaneous amplitude and phase monitoring in order-tracking mode • Programmable Alert, Danger and OK set points • Adaptive Alert and Danger levels • Front-panel BNC connectors for easy analysis of buffered “raw” sensor signals • Front-panel LEDs indicate status and alarms KEY BENEFITS AND FEATURES (continued) • Integrated power supplies for sensors and signal conditioners such as IEPE accelerometers and proximity measurement systems • Live insertion and removal of cards (hot-swappable) • Available in “standard”, “separate circuits” and “safety” (SIL) versions APPLICATIONS • Machinery protection and/or basic condition monitoring

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DS_VM600_MPC4-en.pdf