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Vibration strobe Nova-Strobe vbx from Monarch Instrument

vbx Vibration Stroboscope Kit with NIST Traceable Certificate

PN: 6220-033

$2,195.00 Sale

Offering 3 kit variations! 

This vibration strobe is uniquely designed to provide precise, instantaneous synchronization to a number of data collectors and FFT analyzers triggered by an accelerometer. It has a flash range of 30 to 50,000 FPM (flashes/minute). Each vbx model comes with NIST Traceable Certificate.

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The vbx vibration strobe is uniquely designed to provide precise, instantaneous synchronization to a number of data collectors and FFT analyzers triggered by an accelerometer. Built for portable applications, the vbx is the perfect lightweight phase analysis tool. The vbx allows for the measurement of phase without stopping the machinery to install reflective tape. Phase analysis is quick and accurate using the Filter Bandwidth Selector and the Relative Phase Adjustment. Unique Tracking Filter maintains phase lock to the input pulse. The vbx can power and be triggered by accelerometers with or without data collectors. 

Monarch offers 3 kit variations: vbx Kit, vbx 2120 Kit, and vbx SKF Kit and each vbx includes NIST Traceable Certificate.

 

Features

  • Flash rates from 30 to 50,000 FPM (flashes/minute), adjustable in 1 FPM increments; the all-digital, crystal controlled microprocessor keeps readings rock steady 
  • Selectable tracking filter allows for solid-phase reading
  • Individual input and output TTL jacks for providing signals to remote data collectors from the accelerometer
  • Relative Phase Adjustment is user-selectable allowing reference mark to be positioned at a convenient visual location
  • Backlit alphanumeric LCD shows the flash rate in flashes/minute

 


      Specifications*

      vbx Vibration Strobe
      Flash Range (flashes/minute) 30-50,000 FPM, 0.5-830 FPS (Hz)
      Accuracy ± 0.004% of setting ± least significant digit
      Digital Adjustment Knob 36 detents per revolution and blinking decade selection
      Flash Rate Resolution (internal triggering) 0.01 to 1.0 FPM (menu selectable)
      Indicators Battery Level, On Target, Time, Auto, Alt, Tach, Lock, and EXT icons
      Operating Time 2 hours typical @1800 FPM  or continuous ac power
      Phase Delay  0.1 to 359.9°
      Tracking Filter Selectable wide and narrow bandwidths; filter may not lock below 100 FPM
      Time Delay 0.01 to 1000 msec
      Virtual RPM (slow motion) 0-200 VRPM
      Flash Energy (typical) 230 mJoule up to 3450 FPM
      Flash Duration (typical) 10-25 μsec (auto adjust)
      Average Power (Watts) 11 W @ 3000 FPM; >13 W @ 3450 FPM
      Tachometer Mode 5-250,000 RPM from external trigger
      External Input  Input pulse - 0.5 μsec min, TTL to 24 V max (1/8" phone plug)
      Trigger Output/Remote Sync (typical) 3.3 V TTL compatible 40 μsec pulse positive/negative
      Power Internal rechargeable NiMH batteries with ac power supply/recharger
      Weight 1.9 lbs. (0.852 kg) including batteries

      *Specifications are subject to change without notice.

      Here’s what you’ll receive upon delivery:

      vbx Vibration Strobe Kit - without interface cables (6220-033) includes:

      Strobe with PSC-PBXU power supply/recharge, 115/230 Vac, and a spare lamp with CA-4046-6 accelerometer cable

      • Ships in a deluxe watertight carry case with die-cut foam insert
      • Documentation: operation manual,  product registration card and NIST Traceable Certificate

      vbx Vibration Strobe CSI Kit – for 2120 model only (6220-031) includes:

      Strobe with PSC-PBXU power supply/recharge, 115/230 Vac, spare lamp, and CSI 2120 data collector interface cable with CA-4046-6 accelerometer cable

      • Ships in a deluxe watertight carry case with die-cut foam insert
      • Documentation: operation manual, product registration card and NIST Traceable Certificate

      vbx Vibration Strobe SKF Kit – for CMVA models only (6220-032) includes:

      Strobe with PSC-PBXU power supply/recharge, 115/230 Vac, spare lamp, and SKF CMVA data collector interface cable with CA-4046-6 accelerometer cable

      • Ships in a deluxe watertight carry case with die-cut foam insert
      • Documentation: operation manual, product registration card and NIST Traceable Certificate

      Shipping Codes for the Nova-Strobe vbx:

      Harmonized Tariff Code:  9029206000

      Country of Origin:  US

      Export Control Classification Number (ECCN):  EAR99

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