Emerson SpeedVue 430 User manual

User Guide
MHM-97020, Rev 11
August 2018
Emerson 430 SpeedVue Laser Speed
Sensor
User Guide

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Disclaimer
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inclusive and cannot cover all unique situations.
Patents
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Contents
Emerson 430 SpeedVue overview .................5
Install the Emerson 430 SpeedVue ..............13
Use the Emerson 430 SpeedVue with the AMS
2140 Machinery Health Analyzer ................ 18
Technical specifications .............................. 24
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1 Emerson 430 SpeedVue overview
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Documentation conventions
•Technical support
•Safety
•Class 3B (IIIb) laser safety information
•Standard equipment
•Emerson 430 SpeedVue side view with labels
•Emerson 430 SpeedVue bottom view
•Connect the Emerson 430 SpeedVue to the analyzer
•Cleaning the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
The Emerson 430 SpeedVue is a high-performance speed sensor designed to
detect the turning speed of rotating equipment. Use the Emerson 430
SpeedVue either handheld (i.e., attached to the AMS 2140) or magnetically
mounted. The Emerson 430 SpeedVue is typically powered by the analyzer
and uses a short signal/power cable to keep the package convenient and neat
during operation.
The Emerson 430 SpeedVue uses laser light to detect rotational speed
without reflective tape. Using reflective tape may enhance the return signal,
but in ideal cases, the Emerson 430 SpeedVue does not require any tape or
paint marks and may function up to approximately 30 feet away from the
equipment.
The Emerson 430 SpeedVue may also be used to detect belts and pulleys and
display the result in feet per minute, if desired.
Automatically detect the speed
When used with supported vibration analyzers, the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
automatically detects, displays, and records the rotational speed without
leaving the route. The speed value displays below the plot.
Manually detect the speed
Locate the turning speed by simply marking the appropriate peak on a
spectrum plot after the data is collected. Use a cursor to mark the peak, and
the value displays below the plot.
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1.1 Documentation conventions
The following conventions are used throughout:
Note
A note paragraph contains special comments or instructions.
CAUTION!
A caution paragraph alerts you to actions that can have a major impact on
the equipment or stored data.
WARNING!
A warning paragraph alerts you to actions that can have extremely serious
consequences for equipment and/or personnel.
1.2 Technical support
The Emerson 430 is not user serviceable. Please contact the manufacturer for
any service or technical support.
To view toll free numbers for specific countries, visit
http://www.emersonprocess.com/technicalsupport.
1.3 Safety
Emerson 430 SpeedVue Sensor may not be compatible with the AMS 2140
labeled ATEX/IECEx Zone 2. The Emerson 430 is not permitted in hazardous
areas; and it may not function with the ATEX-certified AMS 2140 even in a
safe area.
WARNING!
Do not use the Emerson 430 SpeedVue in a hazardous location.
WARNING!
For proper use of the Emerson 430 SpeedVue with your analyzer, refer to the
analyzer’s approved installation drawing.
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WARNING!
•Laser radiation. Avoid direct eye contact. Avoid exposure to beam.
•Avoid exposure. Laser radiation is emitted from the aperture.
•Using controls, making adjustments, or performing procedures other
than specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
1.4 Class 3B (IIIb) laser safety information
What is a Class 3B Laser?
Class 3B lasers are hazardous for eye exposure. They can heat skin and
materials, but are not considered a burn hazard. For visible-light lasers, Class
3B lasers’ output power is between 5 and 499 milliwatts.
Note
The Emerson 430’s output power is <5mW. The IEC identifies the laser as
class 3B due to the duration of time the laser can be exposed during
operation.
Safe Use Guidelines
A Class 3B laser can cause eye injury. The more powerful the laser, the
greater the chance of injury.
Use of laser protective eyewear is suggested or recommended.
A Class 3B laser can be a distraction, and are a glare or flash blindness hazard
for users and coworkers.
Always be aware of the beam location. Keep it away from eyes and heads.
Watch out for reflected beams from glass and shiny surfaces.
ONLY ALLOW USE BY TRAINED/RESPONSIBLE PERSONS.
Class 3B Laser eye injury hazards
Class 3B visible-light lasers are hazardous for eye exposure. They can cause
burns to the retina. A person cannot turn away or blink fast enough to
prevent retinal eye injury from a nearby Class 3B laser.
At the low end, around 5 to 50 milliwatts, a Class 3B laser poses a moderate
risk of eye injury. It is unlikely that a handheld beam aimed from more than a
few dozen feet away would cause injury—laser light could not stay on one
spot on the retina long enough for heat to build up to injurious levels.
However, the risk is increased if the beam is held steady or if the laser is
relatively close to the eye.
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As the laser power increases, the risk of eye injury also increases. At the high
end, around 250 to 500 milliwatts, even a brief exposure could cause retinal
damage.
Avoid all eye exposure to beams from Class 3B lasers. This includes
unintentional or accidental exposures. Be careful to keep the beam away
from eyes and faces.
Also, remember that reflections off mirrors, glass, and shiny surfaces can be
just as hazardous as the direct beam. Avoid reflected Class 3B beams the
same way you would avoid the direct beam.
The Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance (NOHD) for a lower-powered 50 mW
Class 3B visible-beam laser with a tight beam (0.5 milliradian divergence) is
330ft (100 m).
If you are closer than the NOHD distance to the laser, there is a possibility of
retinal damage if the direct or reflected beam enters the eye. The closer you
are to the laser and the longer the beam is in the eye, the greater the chance
of injury.
Class 3B Laser skin injury hazards
A Class 3B laser is not normally considered a skin or materials burn hazard.
However, if the laser “dot” is kept motionless on skin at close range, heat can
be felt. The more powerful the Class 3B laser, the sooner the heat will build
up.
Do not deliberately attempt to burn skin. This can be very painful, can take
a long time to heal, and can leave a permanent scar.
Class 3B Laser protective eyewear
Laser glasses or goggles are suggested for lower-powered Class 3B lasers,
and are recommended for higher-powered Class 3Bs. They should be
selected to protect against the laser’s power and wavelength.
The eyewear should not block out all of the laser’s light. This is because it is
necessary to see where the laser “dot” is in order to safely work with the
laser. Because the eyewear is blocking some or perhaps all of the laser’s light
(for example, a hazardous reflection) you should still use caution even when
using the laser protective eyewear.
As you use the laser, any other persons in the area should also have the same
type of laser protective eyewear as you.
DO NOT USE SUNGLASSES FOR LASER PROTECTION.
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Sunglasses are NOT laser protective eyewear. They are not rated to ensure
light-attenuating protection. Most sunglasses will not block enough laser
light to significantly reduce hazardous exposures.
Markings
The Emerson 430 has a laser radiation label that warns users to avoid
exposure to the laser beam.
Laser warning iconFigure 1-1:
1.5 Standard equipment
Depending on what package is ordered, in addition to the Emerson 430
SpeedVue, it may include a signal/power cable, storage case, this user
manual, and a sensor holder for the AMS 2140.
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1.6 Emerson 430 SpeedVue side view with labels
Side view with example labelsFigure 1-2:
A. Laser aperture.
B. Beam attenuator.
C. Laser label.
D. Mounting hole (3/8-24 thread).
E. Identification and CE label.
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1.7 Emerson 430 SpeedVue bottom view
Bottom viewFigure 1-3:
A. Power on indicator.
B. Laser power on/off switch.
C. Signal/power connector.
1.8 Connect the Emerson 430 SpeedVue to the analyzer
1. Push the LEMO connector plug on the cable into the LEMO receptacle on
the Emerson 430 SpeedVue.
Note
Align the red marks, and push the plug straight into the receptacle.
WARNING!
Only trained personnel should have access to the Emerson 430 and cable.
The provided cable functions as a key. Without the proper installation of
the cable to the AMS 2140 and the Emerson 430, power will not be
provided to the Emerson 430. When the Emerson 430 is not in use, the
Emerson 430 and the cable should be disconnected from the AMS 2140
analyzer and should not be available to untrained users.
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2. To remove the plug, pull straight out by gripping the knurled portion of
the sliding outer sleeve on the plug.
3. Screw the connector onto the Volts/Tach input on the top of the analyzer.
1.9 Cleaning the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
To remove dirt and debris from the optical window, use a camera-type
blower and brush. Remove fingerprints and smudges by moistening cotton
swabs, and/or optical tissue with isopropyl alcohol and carefully wiping the
optical window. To avoid scratching the window, ensure all loose dirt and grit
are removed by the blower/brush before wet cleaning.
Note
Keep the beam attenuator (dust cap) closed when the Emerson 430
SpeedVue is not in use.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to clean the optical window if the laser is on. Turn off the
power and disconnect the power/signal cable from the Emerson 430
SpeedVue.
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2 Install the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Mounting methods
•Mount the Emerson 430 SpeedVue onto the AMS 2140
•Power the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
2.1 Mounting methods
You can mount the Emerson 430 SpeedVue in a variety of ways depending on
the application.
AMS 2140 sensor holder mount
You can mount the Emerson 430 SpeedVue onto either side of the AMS
2140. Use the two shoulder strap connectors on either side of the analyzer to
mount the sensor holder.
Note
An electrostatic discharge is possible when you clean the exterior of the
sensor holder. The Emerson 430 is not approved for use in a hazardous
location. Do not use any abrasive or corrosive chemicals or materials. Do not
use petroleum distillates and ketone solvents, for example, acetone, gasoline
and kerosene. Use a dry, lint-free towel or cloth dampened with a mild soap
and water solution.
3/8-24 thread mount
On the side of the Emerson 430 SpeedVue is a 3/8-24 threaded hole for use
with Emerson’s Magnetic Swivel Base (B404-BASE). The Magnetic Swivel Base
provides a strong magnetic mount for precise speed measurements and
unlimited positioning.
1/4-28 thread mount
On the other side of the Emerson 430 SpeedVue is a 1/4-28 thread for use
with Emerson’s rare earth magnets. Emerson offers a magnetic mounting kit
for this thread, which includes a rare earth magnet and a 2-pole magnet
base. The kit provides a strong magnetic mount in a convenient pocket size.
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Tripod mount
Emerson offers a tripod mounting kit, which includes a pocket-size tripod and
an adapter for the 3/8-24 threaded hole. The tripod mount is useful for
precise measurements in areas without a magnetic support.
2.2 Mount the Emerson 430 SpeedVue onto the AMS 2140
You can use a sensor holder to mount the Emerson 430 SpeedVue onto the
AMS 2140. Use the shoulder strap connectors on either side of the analyzer
to attach the sensor holder. You can use the shoulder strap while the
Emerson 430 SpeedVue is mounted onto the AMS 2140.
Procedure
1. To use the AMS 2140 shoulder strap with the Emerson 430 sensor holder,
rotate out the shoulder strap connector on the inside of the sensor
holder.
The sensor holder has two shoulder strap connectors that are located at
both ends of the holder, but you need to use only one to connect the
shoulder strap.
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Shoulder strap connector on the top of the sensor holderFigure 2-1:
A. Shoulder strap connector
2. To mount the sensor holder, press and hold the buttons on the sides of
the sensor holder, and insert the holder into the connectors on either side
of the AMS 2140.
3. Release the buttons to secure the sensor holder.
4. Slide the Emerson 430 SpeedVue into the clamp on the sensor holder
until secure.
Rotate the clamp 360 degrees to set the Emerson 430 SpeedVue laser
beam in the desired position.
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Emerson 430 SpeedVue mounted onto the AMS 2140Figure 2-2:
5. To remove the sensor holder from the AMS 2140, press and hold the two
buttons on the sensor holder, and then pull to remove the holder from
the analyzer.
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2.3 Power the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
The Emerson 430 SpeedVue is powered directly from the AMS 2140
Machinery Health Analyzer. In order to power the Emerson 430 SpeedVue
directly from the AMS 2140 Machinery Health Analyzer, the red power switch
on the front of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health Analyzer must be set to the
ON position. Also, the Tach Power setting must be turned on in the AMS
2140 Machinery Health Analyzer Tachometer Setup screen. See the AMS
2140 Machinery Health Analyzer User Guide for more information.
See Section 3.5 for more information about how to automatically turn off the
Emerson 430 SpeedVue after a measurement.
Procedure
1. Connect the analyzer and the Emerson 430 SpeedVue using the power
cable.
2. Flip the toggle switch on the bottom of the Emerson 430 SpeedVue to
the On position.
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3 Use the Emerson 430 SpeedVue with the AMS
2140 Machinery Health Analyzer
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Detect the machine speed for non-route equipment
•Plot options
•Detect turning speed for a variable-speed route point set up for FPM
•Detect turning speed for equipment set up for RPM
•Automatically turn off the Emerson 430 SpeedVue after a measurement
3.1 Detect the machine speed for non-route equipment
1. From the analyzer Home screen, press F7 Analyze.
2. Press F12 Laser Speed Detection on the Analyze main menu to activate the
Emerson 430 SpeedVue.
Analyze main menuFigure 3-1:
A help message appears to guide you through each step.
3. Press Start.
4. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the speed range, and press
Enter.
A help message appears and data collection begins.
5. Press Enter to view the data.
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The speed is automatically set and displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Laser Speed Detection Spectrum screenFigure 3-2:
3.2 Plot options
After you collect the data, the Route and Analyze programs display the
following keys to help you work with the data in the plot.
Option Description
F1 Set RPM (Analyze program only) Return to the Analyze main menu. It does not
store the RPM.
F2 Set Divisor Divide the original marked peak by the number entered, and then
mark the new peak.
F4 Full Screen View a full screen version of the plot.
F6 Switch Plot Type Select a spectrum or waveform plot.
F8 Start Select an estimated speed range and begin the measurement.
F10 Cursor Mark Mark a frequency and display the speed at that point on the screen.
F11 Expand X Axis Expand the axis on the data plot.
F12 Compress X Axis Compress the axis on the data plot.
3.3 Detect turning speed for a variable-speed route point set
up for FPM
1. From the analyzer Home screen, press F8 Route.
2. Activate a route.
3. From the Route Data Collection screen, press F12 Laser Speed Detection
from a variable-speed route point.
4. Press Enter.
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Route Data Collection screenFigure 3-3:
The Laser Speed Detection screen appears.
5. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the speed range, and press
Enter.
Note
The speed range menu from Route defaults to the measurement point
speed range.
6. Press Enter to view the data.
The detected speed is automatically marked on the spectrum and
displayed at the bottom of the screen. The correct speed transfers to the
Route Data Collection screen.
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