Hydro Stator End Winding

Accelerometer System
Bently Nevada™ Asset Condition Monitoring

Description
The hydro Stator End Winding Accelerometer (SEW Accel) system provides a cost
effective and reliable method for monitoring Stator End Winding vibration. This
product utilizes a dual axis MEMS capacitive accelerometer encapsulated in a
highly electrically insulated probe housing and mounting system. This unique
sensor system provides flexibility and simplicity of installation. The hydro SEW
Accel system is safe, reliable and durable for hydro applications.
The hydro SEW Accel system consists of two major components (Sold
Separately):
• 330446 Accelerometer Sensor
• 330447 Accelerometer Probe

The Bently Nevada hydro SEW Accel system provides vibration monitoring suited
for the high electric fields of hydro generators by being designed to resist
electrical tracking, corona damage, partial discharge, magnetic field interference
and electric field interference. The 330447 SEW Accelerometer probe is mounted
to the ground wall system using epoxy and glass roving.

The hydro SEW Accel system is designed to interface to the Bently Nevada 3500
monitoring system using the 46M Hydro monitor. The 3500/46M Hydro monitor
has been enhanced to provide Stator End Winding measurements and displays.
A key feature is the measurement of the Pole Passing Frequency (or Forcing
Frequency) amplitudes. Additionally, the 3500/46M will display the resultant
acceleration measurements for the combined X and Y-axis to provide a
complete vibration overview.

Monitoring of hydro stator end windings can prevent catastrophic failure and
help determine proper maintenance cycles if used properly. Defects caused by
prolonged exposure to electrical tracking and ozone will wear down stator end
winding insulation, which can lead to increased vibration. The hydro SEW Accel
system can monitor the vibration of select stator end windings in a hydro
generator. This data can be trended to aid in determining the integrity of the
hydro generator insulation as it ages.

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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 Resonant
Specifications Frequency:
Unless otherwise noted, the following specifications Greater than 1 kHz
apply to the hydro SEW Accel system which is a
Power
combination of the 330447 Accelerometer probe and
Consumption:
the 330446 Accelerometer Sensor.
24 ma or 0.58 W Maximum
Parameters are specified from +20 to +30 °C (+68 to
+86 °F), 100 Hz, and with a 10 kΩ load unless Electrical
otherwise indicated. Insulation:
48 kVac of dielectric strength
Electrical Output:
Sensitivity:
Single ended
10.19 mV/m/s2 (100 mV/g) ±5%
-11.6 Vdc bias voltage ±5%
10.19 mV/m/s2 (100 mV/g)
±3.5 Volts dynamic range
±10% 5ºF to +167ºF [-15ºC to
+75ºC] Broadband Noise
Floor:
Note: Accuracy calculated with 95% confidence factor. Please refer
to the Product Installation Manual for proper mounting instructions.
0.0082 m/s2 pk (0.08 g pk) Typical

Frequency CE Mark Directive

Response:
Radiated
DC to 360 Hz, -3 dB, minimum Emissions:
DC to 400 Hz, -3 dB, typical EN61000-6-4 (2007), Criteria A
DC to 440 Hz, -3 dB, maximum Electrostatic
Discharge:
DC to 130 Hz; -10%, minimum EN61000-4-2 (1995 w/A1: 98 & A2:
DC to 195 Hz, -10%, typical 01)

DC to 245 Hz; -10%, maximum EN61000-6-2 (2005), Criteria B

Typical Measured Radiated

Acceleration: Susceptibility:

±1.5% at 100 Hz at 1 g EN61000-4-3 (2002 w/A1: 02)

Acceleration EN61000-6-2 (2005), Criteria A

Range: Electrical Fast
±343 m/s2 pk (±35 g pk) Transients:

Nonlinearity: EN61000-4-4 (1995 w/A1 & A2: 01)

±2% to ±343 m/s2 pk (±35 g pk) EN61000-6-2 (2005), Criteria B

Transverse Surge Capability:

Sensitivity: EN61000-4-5 (1995 w/A1: 01)
< 5mV/g for vibration applied in the EN61000-6-2 (2005), Criteria B
orthogonal plane from the sensitive
axis

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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Conducted Physical
Susceptibility:
Field Wire
EN61000-4-5 (1996 w/A1: 01)
305 m [1000 ft] maximum with 80
EN61000-6-2 (2005), Criteria B nF maximum (between one
conductor and drain wire, with all
Environmental other conductors connected to
Note: Operation outside the specified limits may result in false drain wire)
readings or loss of machine monitoring. Note: See recommended field wire in Accessories. Using field wire
not similar to the recommended field wire may result in false
Temperature
readings or loss of machine monitoring.
Ranges:

330446 Component Materials

Accelerometer 330447 Housing,
Sensor Threaded Cap
Operating: and Mounting
Base
5ºF to +167ºF [-15ºC to +75ºC]
Polytron E102
Storage:
-40ºF to +185ºF [-40ºC to +85ºC]
330447 Integral
330447 Cable Outer
Accelerometer Jacket
Probe
Santoprene
Operating:
330447
5ºF to +203ºF [-15ºC to +95ºC] Grounding Strap
Storage: Outer Jacket
-40ºF to +203ºF [-40ºC to +95ºC] PVC
System Relative 330446 Housing
Humidity A380 Aluminum
Performance
Component Weights:
Less than 5% deviation in the
transducer sensitivity when tested 330446
in 93% humidity in accordance with Accelerometer
IEC standard 68-2-3 for up to 56 Sensor
days.
0.5 lbf [2.4 N]
330447 6-Meter
Assembly
0.8 lbf [3.6 N]
330447 10-Meter
Assembly
1.2 lbf [5.4 N]

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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330447
Accelerometer
Probe, Cap and 01 Panel Mount Hardware
Mounting Base
0.2 lbf [1 N]

Mechanical
Kinetic Impact
Resistance
(330447 Package) 02 Din Mount Hardware

Up to 5.5 Joules

Integral Cable
Pull Axial
Strength (At
C: Approvals
330446 SEW
Accelerometer 00 None (Default)
Probe)
60 lbf [267 N] 330447 SEW Accelerometer Probe
Integral Cable
330447-AXX-BXX
Bend Radius
A: Cable Length
1 inch [25.4 mm] 06 6-Meters [19.7ft] ± 0.15 [0.5]
10 10-Meters [32.8ft] ± 0.15 [0.5]
Threaded Cap
Torque
4-6 lb-ft [5-8 N-m]

Ordering Information
330446 SEW Accelerometer Sensor
330446 – AXX – BXX - CXX B: Approvals
00 No Approvals
A: Sensor Type
01 Standard SEW Accelerometer
Note: The 330447 includes one mounting base and
Sensor (Default)
one threaded cap per order. If extras are needed, they
can be ordered as spares.
B: Mounting Option
00 No Mounting Hardware

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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Mounting Epoxy and Glass Roving Safety
Proper installation is required to avoid hazardous
Important: Proper mounting of the 330447 SEW
conditions. Please refer to the Product Installation
Accelerometer Probe requires the use of epoxy and
glass roving material. Additionally, both are required Manual, before installing the hydro SEW Accel system.
to validate the warranty policy. Depending on the A multi purpose housing (175751/176467) should be
specific ground wall material, the type of epoxy and used to enclose the 330446 Accelerometer Sensor in
glass roving resin may vary from machine to machine. the rare case that a grounding fault should occur.
Plant personnel should qualify their own selection. For Plant personnel should pay close attention to the
convenience, Bently Nevada has identified the following:
following vendor and materials: • Mounting Location
• Mounting Procedure
Vendor Information:
• Cable Routing
Company: Astro Chemical Company • Earth Grounding

Website: [Link]

Recommended Vendor Products:

Mounting Base Epoxy:

P/N Barco Bond MB100X Kit

Glass Roving:

P/N Astro 7000R

Glass Roving Resin:

P/N Astro 6021 Quart Kit

Accessories

Note: Some accessories may have options. Please contact Bently Nevada for
assistance in ordering.

181789-01
Product Installation Manual
175751
3300 XL Multi-Purpose HSG 12"X12"X6"
SST
176467
3300 XL Multi-Purpose Hsg 12"X8"X6"
SST
181429-01
Spare, SEW Accel Threaded Cap
181430-01
Spare, SEW Accel Mounting Base
167276
RTV for Locking Threaded Cap
148168
Recommended SEW Field Wire

Specifications and Ordering Information

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Rev. A (11/08)

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Graphs and Dimensional Drawings

1 4
5

2 3

1. 2.4 [61.0] MAX

2. 2.0 [50.8]
3. 4X C’BORE Φ.290 [7.37] x .105 [2.67] DEEP. Φ .158 [4.01] THROUGH

4. 2.0 [50.8]
5. Field Wire Terminal Block Accepts Wire Sizes 16-24 AWG [0.2-1.5 sq. mm]
6. 3.2 [80.4] MAX

7. 2.5 [63.3] MAX

Figure 1: 330446 Accelerometer Sensor Panel Mount Dimensions

Specifications and Ordering Information

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Rev. A (11/08)

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 5

3 4

1. Field Wire Terminal Block Accepts Wire Sizes 16-24 AWG [0.2-1.5 sq. mm]
2. 1.2 [31.7] MAX

3. 3.5 [88.7] MAX

4. .12 [3.05] MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR MOVEMENT OF DIN CLIP TO ALLOW
REMOVAL OF 330446 ACCELEROMETER SENSOR FROM 35mm DIN RAIL
5. 2.8 [70.4] MAX

Figure 2: 330446 Accelerometer Sensor DIN Mount Dimensions

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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 4

1
1. SEW Accel Mounting Base (P/N 181430-01)
2. SEW Accelerometer
3. SEW Accel Threaded Cap (P/N 181429-01)
4. SEW Accelerometer Integral Cable

Figure 3: 330447 Accelerometer Bill of Materials

Specifications and Ordering Information

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Rev. A (11/08)

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 4
3

1. Cable Length Ordering Option (See Ordering Option For Dimensions).

2. Ground Strap Length is 24 in [609.6 mm] ± 2.0 in [50 mm]
3. Maximum Diameter with Heat Shrink over connector is .4 inches [10.2]

4. Maximum Outer Cable Diameter is 0.22 inches [5.6]

Figure 4: 330447 Accelerometer Cable Dimensions

Specifications and Ordering Information

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Rev. A (11/08)

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 +X
6

+Y
5

4 3

1. Max 3.01 [76.5]

2. Max 2.88 [73.2]

3. Max 1.32 [33.5]
4. Max 1.65 [41.9]
5. Notch on Top of 330447 Accelerometer Probe Housing Corresponds to +X Axis of
accelerometer
6. +Y Axis of accelerometer is 90 degrees counterclockwise from +X Axis when
displayed as shown in this figure

Figure 5: 330447 Accelerometer Probe Overall Dimensions and Sensitive Axes

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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 SEW Accel Freq Response

2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
dB

-10
-12
-14
-16
-18
-20
1 10 100 1000 10000
Frequency
Figure 6: Typical 330447 frequency response with upper and lower limits shown

Dimensions shown in inches [mm] except as noted

Bently Nevada is a trademark of General Electric Company.

Polytron is a trademark of Industrial Dielectrics, Inc.
Santoprene is a trademark of the Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Copyright 2008. Bently Nevada LLC.

1631 Bently Parkway South, Minden, Nevada USA 89423
Phone: 775.782.3611 Fax: 775.215.2873
[Link]/bently
All rights reserved.

Specifications and Ordering Information

Part Number 283388-01
Rev. A (11/08)

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