Accessories

Accessories allow the user of a vibration sensor to integrate them into their machine monitoring systems ensuring that:

The sensor mounting is correct
Connections and cables are right for the job and environment
Remote measuring points are convenient
Calibration of sensors and measuring systems can be confirmed in the field

Cables & Connectors
Cable Assemblies
Mounting Hardware
Tools
Power Supplies

Cables & Connectors

To maintain the best performance from the sensor, high quality cables and connectors are critical and must be selected to match the application. Economising by using low quality connection components is a false economy as performance, system lifetime and maintenance costs will suffer. Monitran uses a range of cables, connectors and factory-tested cable assemblies to maximise performance and extend service life.

Single-core overbraided cable

Used for smaller sized sensors where twin core is too large. Resistant to water, oils and most industrial chemicals with high temperature capability and an abrasion resistant outer stainless steel braid.

Cores: Single, ETFE coated, white
Shield: Braid, wraps around cores
Insulation: ETFE
Jacket: Stainless steel braid
Diameter: 2.5mm

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Twin-core overbraided cable

The most common sensor cable for use in harsh industrial environments. Resistant to water, oils and most industrial chemicals with high temperature capability and an abrasion resistant outer stainless steel braid. Excellent electrical interference rejection.

Cores: Two, ETFE coated, black/white
Shield: Foil, wraps around cores
Insulation: ETFE
Jacket: Stainless steel braid
Diameter: 4.6mm

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Three-core polyurethane cable

Employs a thick jacket of polyurethane to give heavy duty capability and long term stability in deep water. Three cores enable it to be used with a wide variety of sensor types. Excellent electrical interference rejection.

Cores: Three, ETFE coated, blue/red/yellow
Shield: Foil, wraps around cores
Jacket: Polyurethane
Diameter: 6.4mm

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Two-pin Military Style Socket

Monitran 2-pin socket To Military Spec C5015, matches the plug on two-pin connector sensors. Extremely robust, internal glass-to-metal seal ensures waterproof to IP67, threaded.

Pins: Two
Gender: Female
Material: Anodised aluminium alloy
Attachment: Thread

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Three-pin 62GB socket

Monitran 3-pin socket Matches the plug on three-pin connector sensors. Extremely robust and waterproof to IP66, bayonet fitting.

Pins: Three
Gender: Female
Material: Anodised aluminium alloy
Attachment: Bayonet

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Four-pin M12 socket

Monitran 4-pin socket Matches the plug on four-pin connector sensors. Extremely robust and waterproof to IP66, threaded. Screw terminals for field insulation.

Pins: Four
Gender: Female
Material: Anodised aluminium alloy
Attachment: Thread

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Cable Assemblies

Monitran provides tested cable assemblies to match any commercial vibration analysers and for other custom purposes. Here are just three of the most popular cable assemblies we provide. If you are interested in cable assemblies, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

MTN/CA284

MTN/CA284 - 2 pin socket to free ends, overbraided ETFE, 5 meters.

MTN/CA284-PU MTN/CA284

MTN/CA137

MTN/CA137 - 3 pin 62gb socket to free ends, overbraided ETFE, 5 meters.

MTN/CA137-1187 MTN/CA137-1186 MTN/CA137-1185

MTN/CA457

MTN/CA457 - 4 pin Lumberg connector c/w 2 core screened o/b cable to fly end.

MTN/CA457

Mounting Tools

Vibration sensors must be rigidly mounted to the machine to be monitored and several methods are available depending upon the application. These can be temporary or permanent mountings. See Installation and Maintenance.

Stud Adaptors

stud adaptor This permanent mounting affords the most rigid coupling and therefore maximises the response at high frequencies. Adaptors have ¼”-28UNF or 10-32 threads at one end to match the sensor base and a variety of threads at the other to match the machine. Preferred for integral connector sensors.

Base Thread: ¼” – 28 UNF or 10-32
Machine Thread: 10-32, ¼”-UNF, M6, M8, M10, M12 length same as diameter
Option: Flat base for attachment with epoxy resin

Quickfit Adaptors

quickfit adaptor An alternative type of permanent adaptor having a quick release thread on the machine end. Still has high rigidity but with reduced high-frequency response. Locates in the machine with less than one turn making them convenient for integral cable sensors that may need removal from time to time.

Base Thread: Quickfit
Machine Thread: 10-32, ¼”-UNF, M6, M8, M10, M12 length same as diameter
Option: Flat base for attachment with epoxy resin

Magnetic Adaptors

magnetic adaptor These temporary mounts can be moved from place to place on the machine allowing analysis to be performed at many locations with a single sensor and portable vibration analyser. The high-frequency response is reduced but remains generally more than adequate for everyday machine surveys.

Base Thread: 10-32, ¼”-28UNF, Quickfit
Magnet: Various diameters to match sensor dimensions

Tools

Our high tech and well designed tools help vibration measuring systems operate effectively and provide accurate results.

MTN/VC20

Vibration calibrator - MTN/VC20: Portable vibration calibrator, 10m/s², 159Hz. Rechargeable battery powered with charger, instructions and calibration certificate all in plastic carrying case.

MTN/VC20

MTN/8301

Accelerometer cable checker - MTN/8301: Accelerometer cable and bias checker. Connect at the analyser end to check that valid signals are reaching the analyser.

MTN/8301

MTN/8302

Accelerometer signal simulator - MTN/8302: Accelerometer signal simulator to check systems. Connect at accelerometer end to check that the electronics are calibrated correctly.

MTN/8302

MTN/MH010

Accelerometer Adhesive – MTN/MH010: Metal-filled mounting stud adhesive ensuring a permanent, electrically-conducting bond to the machine (1 tube secures approx. 25 studs).