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  1. Vibration Monitoring

Bently Nevada VB Series Condition Monitors

Portable single, dual & four channel models (VB5, VB6, VB7, & VB8), formerly known as Commtest VB Series.

Bently Nevada VB Series Condition Monitors
Bently Nevada VB Series Condition Monitors
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Overview

Features

  • Dual or four channel models
  • Measurement range (1,000 g, 25,000 mm/s, 2,500mm)
  • Tachometer input
  • 40 kHz Fmax (vb7) or 80 kHz Fmax (vb8)
  • 6,400 or 12,800 lines FFT resolution
  • Two-place balancing
  • ≥ 95 dB dynamic range
  • Spectrum and waveform recordings
  • 1GB memory and virtually unlimited spectra storage
  • Integration with System 1 Condition Monitoring and Diagnostic software

Description

The Bently Nevada VB Series Condition Monitors are built to robust professional standards, making them the first choice for numerous leading companies around the world. Featuring powerful, condition monitoring software, this tiered instrument range varies in features and price, enabling you to select the model with the set of features you require. The VB Series models are rated for CSA Class 1, Division 2.

The vb7 instrument is a portable dual channel vibration data collector, analyzer and balancer. You can use this device for onroute and off-route data collection, machine-side analysis and diagnosis as well as on-site dynamic balance correction. The vb7 is certified for Class 1Division 2 hazardous areas. It is ergonomically designed and lightweight for all day comfort. The vb7 provides recordings with up to 6,400 lines of resolution and up to 40 kHz Fmax. Our patented adaptive settling algorithm and 6Pack recording system offer quick, one-step data recording.

The vb8 instrument is a portable four-channel vibration data collector, analyzer and balancer. You can use this device for on route and off-route data collection, machine-side analysis and diagnosis as well as on-site dynamic balance correction. The vb8 is certified for Class 1Division 2 hazardous areas. It is ergonomically designed and lightweight for all day comfort. The vb8 provides recordings with up to 12,800 lines of resolution and up to 80 kHz Fmax. Our patented adaptive settling algorithm and 6 Pack recording system offer quick, one-step data recording.

Documents

Spec Sheets

  • Bently Nevada VB7 Condition Monitor Datasheet PDF (2.1 MB)
  • Bently Nevada VB8 Condition Monitor Datasheet PDF (493 KB)

Other

  • Bently Nevada VB Series Comparison PDF (82 KB)

Links

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Accessories

Cables

Bently Nevada Commtest Transducer Cable
Bently Nevada Commtest Transducer Cable

Replacement cable for use with Bently Nevada Commtest accelerometers.

In Stock
$418.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Cable
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Cable

5-meter laser tachometer cable for Bently Nevada vbSeries instruments.

In Stock
$354.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Triple BNC Cable
Bently Nevada Commtest Triple BNC Cable

Triple BNC to LEMO connector for use with the Bently Nevada 4 Channel vb6, vb8 and vbBalancer+ instruments.

$315.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Straight Cable (Green)
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Straight Cable (Green)

Replacement straight cable for areas where a coiled cable cannot be used or the 5m length is required .

In Stock
$273.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Straight Cable (Red)
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Straight Cable (Red)

Replacement straight cable for areas where a coiled cable cannot be used or the 5m length is required .

In Stock
$273.00

Batteries/Chargers

Bently Nevada vbX Battery Pack
Bently Nevada vbX Battery Pack

Lithium-ion battery pack for Bently Nevada vb series instruments. Replaces BATT0206.

In Stock
$315.00

Cases

Bently Nevada Commtest Carry Bag
Bently Nevada Commtest Carry Bag

Soft sided bag for transporting and storing Bently Nevada vbSeries and vbClassic instruments and accessories.

In Stock
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Accessories

Please consider these optional accessories.

Bently Nevada Commtest Keyphasor Tachometer Cable
Bently Nevada Commtest Keyphasor Tachometer Cable

Keyphasor tachometer cable with BNC to LEMO connectors for use with Bently Nevada vbSeries instruments.

In Stock
$261.00
Bently Nevada Commtest 4-Channel Balancing Kit
Bently Nevada Commtest 4-Channel Balancing Kit

4-channel balancing kit, compatible with current C1D2 vbX instruments.

$2,244.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer and Block
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer and Block

5-volt Class II laser tachometer and block for use with Commtest vbX instruments.

In Stock
$1,364.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Magnetic Base
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Magnetic Base

Allows you to position your laser tachometer in almost any position to get the readings you need.

$163.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Magnetic Base (Female)
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Magnetic Base (Female)

Strong, rare earth two pole magnet suitable for mounting accelerometer on a machine for portable instruments.

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Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Magnetic Base (Male)
Bently Nevada Commtest Accelerometer Magnetic Base (Male)

Strong, rare earth two pole magnet suitable for mounting accelerometer on a machine for portable instruments.

In Stock
$171.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Safety Rings
Bently Nevada Commtest Safety Rings

One pair of stainless steel rings to connect neck straps to a Bently Nevada vbSeries instrument.

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Bently Nevada Commtest 2-Channel Balancing Kit
Bently Nevada Commtest 2-Channel Balancing Kit

2-channel balancing kit, compatible with Commtest C1D2 vbX instruments.

$1,881.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer

Class II laser head and block for determining speed of a rotating component.

In Stock
$1,132.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Reflective Tape
Bently Nevada Commtest Laser Tachometer Reflective Tape

Helps laser tachometers see the rotation of the component.

$52.00
Bently Nevada Commtest 787A-IS Accelerometer
Bently Nevada Commtest 787A-IS Accelerometer

Intrinsically safe side exit sensor.

In Stock
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Bently Nevada Commtest Power Supply
Bently Nevada Commtest Power Supply

12 VDC 3A output AC charger and USA power cord, automatic switching to detect 110 or 220 volts.

$115.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Straight Accelerometer
Bently Nevada Commtest Straight Accelerometer

General purpose straight accelerometer for use with the Bently Nevada vbBalancer.

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Bently Nevada Commtest Right Angle Accelerometer
Bently Nevada Commtest Right Angle Accelerometer

General purpose right angle accelerometer for use with the Commtest vbBalancer.

$274.00
Bently Nevada Commtest Carry Bag for Balancing Kit
Bently Nevada Commtest Carry Bag for Balancing Kit

Black zippered polyester carry bag suitable for carrying your balancing accessories.

In Stock
$192.00
Bently Nevada System 1 Evolution Software
Bently Nevada System 1 Evolution Software

Condition monitoring and diagnostic software to aid operation and maintenance of industrial facilities.

Select options for pricing
Bently Nevada Commtest 100M5828 Hard Carrying Case
Bently Nevada Commtest 100M5828 Hard Carrying Case

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Bently Nevada Technical Training
Bently Nevada Technical Training

Training and consulting for applications involving all facets of power generation, mechanical drives, and petro-chemical industries.

Select options for pricing
Bently Nevada S1 Remote Training for Portables
Bently Nevada S1 Remote Training for Portables

Remote learning using System 1 scenarios on your own cloud-based virtual machine such as VB Analyzers.

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Bently Nevada Neck Strap
Bently Nevada Neck Strap

Anti-static neck strap with sensor keeper.

In Stock
$89.00

Applications

This product can be used in the following applications:

  • Machinery Health
  • Oil, Gas and Petrochemical

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