BRUEL & KJAER VIBROCONTROL 1800 Series User manual

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VIBROCONTROL 1800 Series
Four-channel vibration monitors
• VC-1850 Accelerometers
• VC-1860 Velocity sensors
• VC-1870 Vibration Displacement sensors
Extension modules
• VC-1801 Additional relays
• VC-1803/04 Communication and data storage

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Instruction VC-1800 Series, C106834.002 / V06, en, date of issue: 10/28/2021
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Table of Contents
1Applications 6
2VIBROCONTROL 18xx Types 7
2.1 VIBROCONTROL 18xx Structure 8
2.2 Terminal Configuration 9
2.3 VIBROCONTROL 1850 (Accelerometers CCS) 9
2.4 VIBROCONTROL 1860 (Vibration Speed Sensors) 10
2.5 VIBROCONTROL 1870 (Vibration Displacement Sensors) 10
3Tips for Safe Operation of VIBROCONTROL 18xx 11
4Setup and Configuration 14
4.1 Configuration of VIBROCONTROL 18xx with PC (Compact Setup Software) 14
4.2 Cable Connections 16
4.3 Powering and Starting up the Device 17
5Functionality 18
5.1 General for VIBROCONTROL 1850 18
5.2 Functions of VIBROCONTROL 1850 18
6Installation and Operation of VIBROCONTROL 18xx 21
6.1 General 21
6.2 "Monitor" View 22
6.3 Self-Test 22
6.4 Setting of the Outputs (Analog Output or Relay) 23
6.5 Sensors 25
6.6 VIBROCONTROL 18xx: Setting of Band-Pass Filter 1 27
6.7 VIBROCONTROL 1850: Setting of Band-Pass Filter 2 28
6.8 VIBROCONTROL 1850: Setting of the First and Second Envelope Detector 29
6.9 Bearing Damage Frequency Calculator 30
6.10 Crest Factor 33
6.11 Kurtosis 35
6.12 Process Input (with VC-1870 Input for Axial Position) 36
6.13 Rotational Speed Sensor (Tacho) Input 37
6.13.1 Rotational Speed Sensor Selection 40
6.14 Alert and Danger Alarms 40
6.15 System Error (OK) 42
6.16 Alarm Hang Time 43
6.17 Overload, Cable Short and Cable Break 43
6.18 Over Range 44

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6.19 Configuration of Analog Outputs 44
6.19.1 Relays 44
6.19.2 Analog Output 46
6.20 LEDs 47
6.21 Alarm Reset 48
6.22 Alarm Inhibit 48
7VIBROCONTROL 1870 - Vibration Measurement and Axial Position 49
7.1 VIBROCONTROL 1870 –4 Channels - Relative Shaft Vibration 50
7.2 VIBROCONTROL 1870 –Axial Shaft Position 53
8Extension Modules for VIBROCONTROL 1850/1860/70 55
8.1 VIBROCONTROL 1801 Relay Module - 12 Relays 55
8.1.1 General 55
8.1.2 VIBROCONTROL-1801 Relay Module 55
8.1.3 Make/Break Relays 56
8.1.4 Mounting 56
8.1.5 External Connections 57
8.1.6 Front Panel Status LEDs (OK) 58
8.1.7 Configuration of VC-1801 with the Compact Setup Software 58
8.1.8 Connecting a VIBROCONTROL 18xx and a VC-1801 59
8.1.9 Specifications of the VC-1801 Relay Module 60
8.2 VIBROCONTROL 1803/1804 Communication Module Ethernet Bridge 61
8.2.1 Network 61
8.2.2 Applications 62
8.2.3 Properties/Functions 62
8.2.4 Functionality 63
8.2.5 Configuration of VIBROCONTROL 1803/1804 65
8.2.6 VIBROCONTROL 1803/04 with Compact Setup Software 73
9Connecting the VIBROCONTROL 18xx to a PLC/PC 76
9.1 USB 2.0 Interface 76
9.1.1 Making Settings with the Software "Compact Setup" Software 77
9.2 RS-485 interface 79
9.3 VIBROCONTROL 1803/04 LAN interface 80
9.3.1 Example of Compact Setup Communication 83
9.4 Modbus Connection for VIBROCONTROL 18xx via VIBROCONTROL 1803/04 84
9.4.1 Example of Modbus TCP Communication 86
9.4.2 Modbus Addresses and Registers 87
9.5 OPC UA Interface 92

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10 Mounting/installation of VC-18xx 93
10.1 Assembly / Disassembly of the Device 93
10.2 Terminal Connections 94
10.3 Connection of Sensors, Outputs and Power Supply 96
10.3.1 VIBROCONTROL 1850 Terminals 96
10.3.2 VIBROCONTROL 1860 Terminals 97
10.3.3 Process Input (for VC-1850 & VC-1860) 97
10.3.4 VIBROCONTROL 1870 Terminals 98
10.3.5 Power Supply 100
10.4 Powering and Starting up the Device 100
10.5 Connection to Ethernet Bridge and / or Additional VC-18xx 101
10.6 AC -2114 Protective Housing with Viewing Window 102
11 Technical Data 103
12 Maintenance 105
12.1 Cleaning 105
13 Disposal 106
14 Appendix A: Backup Battery Data Sheet 107
15 CE Declaration 109

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1 Applications
The VIBROCONTROL 18xx vibration monitor is a maintenance-free device mounted in a DIN-rail
enclosure. It is used to monitor vibration parameters and protect machines like pumps, blowers,
ventilators, decanters, separators, centrifuges, cement mills and similar machines.
The VIBROCONTROL 18xx vibration monitor continuously monitors a maximum of four measuring
points in each of which an external sensor is positioned. A tachometer input is also available for
recording and synchronizing the machine speed. There is also a process input for measuring
pressure, temperature or other characteristic values.
Using a PC on which the Compact Setup software is installed, it is possible to read the different
vibration parameter levels and status information. In addition, this software can be used to carry out
a remote parameter setup of a device.
The VIBROCONTROL 18xx has direct access via a USB interface. The USB interface is used if the
device is not connected to a fieldbus, LAN or if the data transmission speed (= baud rate) with RS-
485 is too slow.
WARNING!
This symbol warns of dangerous situations, which can result from misuse of the product.
NOTE!
This symbol provides general and useful information for using the product.
WARNING!
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
The VIBROCONTROL 18xx complies with the
relevant requirements of the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU for
electromagnetic compatibility. EMC was
tested in accordance with EN 61326-1, with
the reduction of requirement for static
electricity (ESD).
When handling the VC-18xx, pay close
attention to protective measures against
electrostatic discharge. This applies in
particular to the area of the ventilation slots.
Electrostatic discharges in this area can lead to destruction of the device.

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2 VIBROCONTROL 18xx Types
VIBROCONTROL 1800xx monitoring devices enable cost effective protection for all critical rotating
equipment with rolling element bearings as well as sleeve bearings.
The following versions are available:
•VIBROCONTROL 1850
Accelerometers (CCS)
and
•VIBROCONTROL 1860
Velocity sensors
each with
○4 vibration measurement channels for case vibrations
○1 measurement channel for process variables
○1 measurement channel for rotational speed
•VIBROCONTROL 1870
Vibration Displacement sensors
○4 vibration measurement channels for relative shaft vibration (RSV)
○1 measurement channel for axial position (trust position)
○1 measurement channel for rotational speed
Extension modules:
•VIBROCONTROL 1801
Relay module (12 relays)
•VIBROCONTROL 1803 / 1804
Communication module / Ethernet Bridge / data storage

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2.1 VIBROCONTROL 18xx Structure
USB for data transfer
and configuration
RS-485 for Modbus
connection and data
transfer
Channel status:
•Green (below Alarm level)
•Yellow (Alert)
•Red (Danger)
System status:
•Green (OK)
•Red (NOK)
Terminal configuration
Terminals
Terminals

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2.2 Terminal Configuration
NOTE
The VC 18xx devices are equipped with resistors or diodes at the
connection input for sensors. If the inputs remain unused, the resistors
must remain in place. Before using the connections, remove the
resistors or diodes. In addition, disable any sensor channels not being
used with the setup software.
2.3 VIBROCONTROL 1850 (Accelerometers CCS)
Terminal configuration

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2.4 VIBROCONTROL 1860 (Vibration Velocity Sensors)
Terminal configuration
2.5 VIBROCONTROL 1870 (Vibration Displacement Sensors)
Terminal configuration
Please note: Sensor inputs "Displacement 1-4" are used to measure relative shaft vibration.
"Displacement 5" is used for axial position only.