Smart vibration switches

Series 686 Smart vibration switches are fully user and field programmable via a USB interface and offer a low cost drop-in replacement for most popular mechanical vibration switches. Smart vibration switches feature an embedded piezoelectric accelerometer for accuracy and monitor vibration velocity for more consistent results, which is said to lead to fewer false trips and more reliable measurement than can be provided by mechanical switches.

By meeting the new CTI vibration limits standards, Series 686 Smart vibration switches are suitable for use in air conditioning cooling tower fans and gearboxes to ensure equipment is effectively protected from excessive vibration should fault conditions arise. Additional applications include 24/7 machinery protection, fin fans, motors and pumps.

Product highlights include a solid-state relay for ultra-reliable operation, two-wire operation for use with existing switch systems, Remote Reset Anywhere for safety and convenience, Magnetically Adjustable Vibration Threshold (MAVT) for setting alarm threshold automatically and the availability of hazardous area approved models.